Bill of Rights
Which amendment gives us the freedom of expression, speech, and religion?
First Amendment
Which amendment states that you have the right to bear arms?
Second Amendment
The group of people who wrote the Constitution were called ____________.
The Framers
How many branches of government do we have in the United States?
Three
How often do we vote for President?
The sixth amendment gives you the right to a public and speedy _______.
Trial
The twnety-sixth Amendment say that you can vote ______.
At age 18
The beginning of the Constitution is called the ___________.
Preamble
The branch that makes the laws is called?
Legislative
What is the paper that you fill out to cast your vote?
Ballot
The sixth amendment says that a person will be tried by a group of people who listen to evidence, make findings, and reach a decision on a case. What is this group called?
Jury
The fifth amendment says that you cannot be tried for the same crime twice. That is called ___________.
Double Jeopardy
What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution called?
The Bill of Rights
How many members of the Senate does each state get?
Two
An event where a public official or candidate addresses an audience by answering their questions is called a __________.
Town Hall
Which amendment outlaws slavery?
Thirteenth Amendment
The fourteenth amendment says that everyone is ______ under the law.
Equal
The Constitution was signed on September 17, 1787 in _______.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
What is the term of a supreme court justice?
They are appointed for life.
What are the symbols for the two main political parties in the U.S.?
Donkey - Democrat
Elephant - Republican
The fourth amendment states that an officer must have a valid ______ to search your property.
Warrant
Which amendment makes sure that you have the right to not have soldiers live in your house?
Third Amendment
The first words of the Constitution are ___________.
"We the people"
How many people make up the Executive branch?
Over 3 million.
The day that the new President takes the oath of office is called _________.
Inauguration Day