Road to Revolution
During what event did the British troops kill 5 colonist citizens?
Boston Massacre
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We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect _________________
union
What is the introduction to the Constitution called?
Preamble
Congress bans all handguns in the city of Washington D.C. People are not allowed to carry guns or keep them in their homes for self defense.
Which amendment is violated?
2nd amendment
The study of the rights and duties of citizens
Civics
What document did the colonists construct to tell England they were tired of being badly treated and paying taxes without representation?
Declaration of Independence
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We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect _________________, establish__________________,
union, justice
Which document is an addition to the Constitution designed to protect the rights of citizens from the government?
Bill of Rights
The student council of a public high school decides to have a schoolwide prayer each morning. The students take turns saying a non-denominational prayer during the school announcements. Some students object because they are not religious.
What Amendment is being violated?
1st- freedom of speech
Why should we study civics?
better appreciate and use freedoms granted to us
What organization of people tried to compromise with Britain and started training armies?
First Continental Congress
We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect _________________, establish__________________, ensure domestic _____________________
union, justice, tranquility
What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?
protect the people from the government
The police knock on Mason’s door and tell him that he is suspected of a crime. They want to search his house. He politely tells them no. The police arrest Mason and search his house without a warrant.
Which amendment is being violated?
4th amendment
Why did the colonists throw tea into Boston Harbor?
protest tea tax
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We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect _________________, establish__________________, ensure domestic _____________________, provide for the common ____________________
union, justice, tranquility, defense
Which amendment protects people from having to say anything if they are put on trial (Hint: I plead the ___________)
5th amendment
A group of teachers gather at their state’s capitol building to peacefully protest. Their signs and chants explain that they want higher salaries and better school funding. The teachers are arrested and lose their jobs.
What amendment is being violated?
1st- right to protest
Why did England put so many taxes on the colonies?
They were in a lot of debt after the French and Indian War
What does the Preamble do?
outlines 6 reasons for new government
Which amendment states that you do not have to let soldiers live in your home during peace time?
3rd Amendment
What are 3 things that are included in the 1st amendment?
Freedom of speech, press, religion, protest, assembly