Declaration of Independence
Who fought in the French and Indian War?
The British fought the French and Native Americans
What group opposed ratifying the U.S. Constitution?
Anti-Federalists
The jury
What amendment forbids cruel and unusual punishment?
Eighth
Lobbyists
What did Parliament pass after the Boston Tea Party?
The Intolerable Acts
What purpose described in the preamble involves the U.S. Military?
What are the four levels of courts in Florida
County, Circuit, District and Supreme Court
What amendment gives reserved powers to the States
10th
What do lobbyists do?
Convince lawmakers to support laws that help their interest group
How did the Sons of Liberty dress at the Boston Tea Party
Mohawk Indians or Native Americans
What vote is required in Congress to override a Presidential veto?
2/3 in both Houses
How many people are on a jury?
Twelve
Name the five freedoms in the First Amendment?
Speech, Press, Religion, Assembly, Petition
Interest groups form these to help candidates get elected that support their cause.
PACs (political action committees)
What was the first battle of the American Revolution?
Lexington and Concord
What is the Supreme Law of the Land
The U.S. Constitution
The term that the law treats everyone fairly
Due Process
Name the two steps in the amendment process
Step 1 Proposal - 2/3 of both houses
Step 2 Ratification - 3/4 of both houses
What role does the media play with our government?
Watchdogs
What are the natural rights listed in the Declaration of Independence?
Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness
Popular Sovereignty
What is the jury's decision called?
Verdict
Who demanded the Bill of Rights be added to the Constituion?
Anti-Federalists
What do you call political communication that is extremely biased?
Propaganda