Bill of Rights
What does *quartering* mean?
The assigment of quarters to soldiers in a person's home
What is the name of the place where the President of the United States lives?
The name is the White House.
what was the grat compromise
the great compromise estabilished a bicameral legislature whit the senate having equal representation
What does "bail" mean?
money or property give to ensure accused shows to court
How many senators must a state have?
2 senators per state
what was the 3/5 compromise
the 3/5 compromise dictated that each slave would
a person for rep purpose
what is a warrant?
it is the legal authority to search or seize property
How many members are there in the House of Representatives?
435 voting members
what is 'self-incrimination'?
you cannot be forced to give evidence that would convict you of a crime
How many members of the Supreme Court interpret the laws?
9 members
What is a grand jury indictment?
the desicion by a group of 12-23 citizens who believe there is enought evidence to hold a trial
How many senators are there in the 50 states of the United States?
100 senators in total