Branches of Government
Based on the Mapping the Constitution activity, which branch of government was the primary focus for the founding fathers?
The Legislative Branch
How many articles are there in the Constitution?
7
When was the Constitution signed?
1787
How many amendments are there in the Constitution?
27
The U.S. Government is based on a bicameral legislature. What are the 2 legislative bodies?
The Senate and the House of Representatives
What does impeachment mean, and which house of the government handles impeachment proceedings?
To accuse the President of wrongdoing; the Senate
Which article deals with the Executive Branch?
Article II
How many individuals signed the Constitution?
39
In what year was the most recent Amendment passed?
1992
Specifically, in which part of the Constitution are the powers of the federal government listed?
Article I, Section 8
Where can we find a list of the powers forbidden to Congress?
Article I, Section 9
What are four powers of the President listed in Article II?
Commander-in-Chief, grants reprieves and pardons for federal crimes, appoint cabinet officials, receive ambassadors, execute laws
What was the problem with the demographics of the founders?
They were all wealthy white men.
Which Amendment is the only one to be repealed?
the 18th Amendment
What are 3 of the "Six Big Ideas" of the Constitution?
limited government, checks and balances, separation of powers, popular sovereignty, federalism, judicial review
Name the 3 Constitutional qualifications to be a member of the House of Representatives.
25 years of age, citizen of the U.S. for a minimum of 7 years, a resident of the state he will represent
Which article deals with the Judicial Branch?
Article III
Who was the oldest member of the founders at age 81?
Benjamin Franklin
Which Amendment protects us from illegal search and seizure?
the 4th Amendment
Name 3 qualifications for being a U.S. Senator.
30 years of age, U.S. citizen for a minimum of 9 years, resident in the state he will be representing
Identify the branch of government addressed in the political cartoon and the meaning.
Executive; a celebration for the navy, recognizing its participation in multiple wars; full support of the government
Which article deals with the Legislative Branch?
Article I
Name one of the founding fathers (other than Benjamin Franklin) and one fact about him.
Too many to list. :) Mrs. Rogers will decide if you get credit for this question.
Which Amendment ended slavery in 1865?
the 13th Amendment
What does the phrase "full faith and credit" mean in Article IV?
Each state must recognize and enforce the public acts and judicial proceedings of every other state.