Establishing the Constitution
Why did the Constitutional Convention not reflect the diverse U.S. Population at that time
Native Americans, African Americans, and women were not recognized as citizens and were not invited to attend
What is the main power of the judicial branch?
To interpret the U. S. Constitution
What protections does the Eighth Amendment provide for people accused of crimes?
Allows for bail, prevents courts from setting unfairly high bail, bans cruel and unusual punishments
In what ways can citizens participate in the election process?
vote, campaign for candidates, work with interest groups
Which plan appealed to the smaller states?
New Jersey Plan
Which branch of government do you feel is most important?
Executive, Legislative, or Judicial
What is the purpose of the final two amendments in the Bill of Rights?
Protect citizens rights and balance power between federal and state governments
How are citizens able to influence their government?
through voting, campaigning for candidates, political action committees, interest groups, and writing letters to government representatives
Under the Three-Fifths compromise, what was decided about how each state’s population would be counted
By counting the total of the free population plus three-fifths of the slave population
What are three of the powers granted to the president?
issue executive orders, or grant pardons
Why is the freedom of the press an important right?
Americans may use the media to criticize the government or policies without fear.
What are the three ways a person can become a U.S. citizen
born in the U.S. or a U.S. territory, have at least one parent who is a citizen, or become a naturalized citizen
What is popular sovereignty?
The idea that political authority is in the hands of the people who express their power through voting.
What is a delegated power?
Delegated Powers-powers granted to federal government
What is one basic right protected by the First Amendment?
Freedom of Religion
What is one of the three duties required of U.S. citizens?
pay taxes
How does volunteerism benefit the community?
It reduces the strain on government to provide social services
What are reserved and concurrent powers?
Reserved Powers-powers kept by the state
Concurrent Power-powers shared by state and federal governments
What are the four basic rights that are protected by the First Amendment?
speech, press, assembly, and right to petition
What are the duties that are required of U.S. citizens?
obey laws, register for military draft, serve on juries
Who was the first female Supreme Court justice?