Amendments
What was the 13 amendment?
Abolish slavery
How old do the Representatives must be?
at least 25 years old
The most powerful and important court.
The Supreme Court
In the United states, who is the executive power given to?
The president
What is the name of the amendment that allows 18 year olds to vote?
Amendment 26
How many years do they have to be a citizen in the United states?
7 years old
The way in which the location of the trial will be decided.
The trial will take place in the state in which the alleged crime was committed.
How do you become the vice president?
The person who got the second most votes in the presidential election
What is the main idea of the amendments 11-27
Changes that needed to be made?
Give an example of what type of case a judge might hear.
Cases between citizens, cases between citizens of the same state, ect. (Refer to Article III, Section 2)
What 5 things would the president get advice about for the army and navy?
Defense, farming, money, trade, and health
Compare and contrast amendment 26 and 19.
Both allow the right to vote, but one is for age and one is for women.
Explain the role of the Supreme Court.
The Supreme Court is the most powerful court, and has final say over lower courts.
What were the requirements of running for president according to Article II and are they the same or different to modern day?
Be 35 yrs old and live in the US for at least 14 years. They are the same as modern day
What conclusions can be drawn from amendment 21?
The ban on alcohol was repealed
Do you think that lifetime term limits of judges may lead to issues? Why or why not?
Answers will vary
Who would be removed from office if found guilty of treason or crimes that could hurt the country.
The president, vice president, or any government leaders in the US