Preamble
What is the preamble?
the introduction of the constitution
What are the 3 branches of government?
Judicial, Executive, Legislative
What are the bill of rights?
the amendments to the constitution or changes that have been made; its the first 10 changes made that identify the basic rights of the citizens
What is the importance of We The People?
represents the citizens of the United States as being those who created the new nation
What is the role of the Legislative Branch?
makes laws and approves president appointment of judges
What does the right to bare arms mean?
the right to own weapons
What does it mean to provide for the general welfare?
citizen basic needs will be met such as food and shelter
What is the role of the Executive Branch?
pass or veto laws and appoints supreme court judges
What does it mean to have reasonable search and seizure?
government can not search homes and take things without reason and without a warrant
What does it mean to provide for the common defense?
the nation will be protected by a military
What is the role of the Judicial Branch?
determines if laws are constitutional and makes sure presidential acts are constitutional
Why is it important to have right to fair and unbiased trial by jury?
to prevent innocent people from being charged of crimes and to convict the criminals; uses evidence and a jury
How does the preamble reflect the beliefs and values of the Founding Fathers?
Their main belief was that citizens should have basic needs met, be protected, and have rights that the government can not take away
Explain the importance of Separation of Power.
keeps one from being in control because jobs are equally shared and each branch has to work together
Why are the Bill of Rights important?
identifies and protects the main rights of citizens