Amendments
What is the 1st Amendment
Freedom of speech, religion, press, petition, and the right to assemble
Amendments
To change or add to the words in a written document
What year did the Constitution convention begin?
1787
Which Branch can override the president?
Legislative Branch
Why is the Bill of Rights considered important in the US?
It guarantees freedoms for the people in the United States
What is the 2nd Amendment?
Right to bear arms
Documents
A formal piece of writing
What year did congress pass the bill of rights?
1789
Which branch can declare war?
Legislative Branch
How many words does the constitution have?
A). 2,000
B). 2,400
C). 4,000
D). 4,400
D). 4,400
What is the 5th Amendment?
Right against self incrimination and double jeopardy
Debate
To argue a side
What year did the constitution get signed?
1787
Which branches create new laws?
Executive Branch and Legislative Branch
When is Constitution day?
September 17th
What is the 6th Amendment?
Gives people that have been accused of a crime the right to a speedy and public trial, face their accuser, and have an impartial jury
Representatives
Delegates or agents acting on behalf of others
What year were the bill of rights ratified?
1791
Which Branch can declare law unconstitutional?
Judicial Branch
How many times has the constitution been amended?A). 27 times
B). 10 times
C). 12 times
A). 27 times
What is the 8th Amendment?
Bars excessive bails, fine, cruel and unusual punishment
Economy
The money made in an area and how it is spent
1789
Which branch pardons people who have committed crimes?
Executive Branch
How many men signed the constitution
7