Founding Fathers
Why did the framers of the Constitution want a Bill of Rights?
To protect the rights of the people through a set of amendments.
What are the three branches of Government?
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
Amendment 1
Freedom of speech, religion and the press.
Amendment 6
Rights of the accused/ right to a speedy trial
Why did the founding fathers meet to write the U.S. Constitution?
to outline the powers of the government
Who is a part of the Legislative branch?
Congress: The Representatives of the House and the Senate: lawmakers
Amendment 2
right to bear arms, possess guns.
Amendment 7
Right to a trial by jury
What did the founding fathers believe was the purpose of government?
to protect the rights of the people.
Where does the Executive branch conduct their affairs?
The White House
Amendment 3
does not enforce you to house soldiers without your consent
Amendment 8
protection against excessive and cruel punishment before trial
Why was the separation of powers so important to the founding fathers?
They have personal experience with tyranny.
What is the job of the Judicial Branch?
To decides if laws are or are not constitutional.
Amendment 4
Right to search and seizure with a warrant
Bonus: What is the Capital of Delaware
Dover
Who were the original writers of the Constitution?
Ben Franklin, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams
Who runs the Judicial branch?
the Supreme Court, justices and judges
Amendment 5
protects the rights of an individual who is being prosecuted.
Bonus: In which region are the Rocky Mountains located?
Western region