Preamble
What is tranquility mean
Peace
What is the first amendment
Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly and petition
What is legislative branch
explains the powers and duties of the Congress
Why was the bill of rights added
Anti-Federalists were hesitant to ratify the new Constitution without the Bill of Rights
do ordain and establish this ______ for the United States of America.
Constitution
What is the 5th amendment
You have the right to remain silent (I Plead the FIFTH)
You cannot be tried for the same crime TWICE (No Double Jeopardy)
Executive Branch (President)- explains the
explains the powers and duties of the President
3rd Amendment
You can’t be forced to house a soldier
in Order to form a more perfect ____, establish______
Union, establish Justice
What are two things that happen in the 6th amendment
Right to a speedy and fair trial, with a jury
Right to an attorney
Judicial Branch (Courts)-
explains the powers and duties of the courts
4th amendment
a search warrant is needed to be able to search you or your property
secure the ______ of _______ to ourselves and our Posterity,
Blessings of liberty
$20
Supremacy Clause-
Constitution is the SUPREME law of the land
8th Amendment:
8th Amendment: No cruel or unusual punishment, punishment must fit the crime!
domestic _______, provide for the common ______, promote the general ______
domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare
What is the 10th amendment
Reserved powers...any power that does not belong to the national governments, is reserved for the states
Amending Process- (Percentages)
66% of the House >>> 66% of the Senate >>> 75% of the States
9th amendment
Our rights go beyond the ones listed in the Constitution, our rights are not limited to just these rights