History
What was the first version of the American Constitution called?
The Articles of Confederation
This Amendment grants citizens the freedom of speech, religion, press, radio and film. It also gives citizens the right to assemble peacefully
First Amendment
This branch of government is responsible for making laws
The Legislative Branch
The first 10 Amendments of the Constitution are known as
The Bill of Rights
One of our most sacred responsibilities as a US Citizen is exercising our right to
Vote
This person is credited for writing the Bill of Rights, also known as the ¨Father of the Constitution¨
James Madison
This Amendment abolished slavery
Thirteenth Amendement
This system prevents any single branch of government from becoming too powerful
Checks and Balances
Mrs. SixSeven told her class that they were taking a moment to bow their heads and say the lords prayer. The students were told they would be written up and serve a detention if they did not pray with her. This is a violation of what Amendment?
First Amendment / Freedom of religion
The US Constitution was signed in this city and state in 1787 after the Constitutional Convention
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Federal Government only has rights granted by the Constitution, all other powers are given to what?
The States (the people)
This branch includes the Cabinet, Vice President, President and others. They enforce the laws.
Executive Branch
section of the Constitution that begins with ¨We the People¨
Preamble
Mr. Skibbidy owns a 4 bedroom home in Chicago and since his kids have moved out and it is only him and his wife, there are 3 bedrooms they do not use. Mr. Skibbidy has received notification that the military is short of housing and since he has extra bedrooms, he must allow the soldiers to reside in his home until they open their new housing facility. This is a violation of what Amendment?
Third Amendment
The group who feared that a strong central government would threaten individual rights and state sovereignty.
The Anti Federalists.
This Amendment protects those accused of a crime by giving them the right to due process, prevents double jeopardy, and prohibits the government from forcing you to testify against yourself.
Fifth Amendment
This is the highest court in the United States and consists of 9 Justices who are appointed by the President.
The Supreme Court
To prohibit or block a certain law or action from going into effect
Example: Mrs. Simpson is tried for murder. Based on the evidence, the jury finds her “not guilty”. One week later, the murder weapon with her fingerprints on it is found. The District Attorney wants to put her on trial again with the new evidence
5th Amendment / double jeopardy
Who was responsible for Shay´s Rebellion and the downfall of the Articles of Confederation?
Dennis Shay
This Amendment granted women the right to vote
Nineteenth Amendment
The President of the United States
Rights that cannot be taken away from US citizens are known as these rights
Unalienable Rights
Tiana was arrested for stealing a purse from the Gucci store. Tiana was provided an attorney, given a fair and speedy trial, but ended up being found guilty. At her sentencing, the judge ordered that Tiana be locked in a room with disease carrying mostquitos for 1 month. This violates what Amendment?
Eighth Amendment / cruel and unusual punishment