Executive Branch
Under the AOC who held most of the power
The states
How many amendments are in the bill of rights?
10
What does the legislative branch do
Make the laws
What document replaced the AOC
THe Constitution
Which freedoms are guaranteed by the First Amendment?
freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition
The executive branch (president) _________ the laws? 1.makes the laws
2. enforces the laws
3. interprets the laws
enforces the laws
What was the great comprmies
Make 2 houses, one based on population, and one based on number of states
Could the federal Government resolve state disputes under the AOC
No, they had no power to intervene with states
What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?
To protect individual rights and limit the power of the federal government.
How much of congress is needed to amend the constituion
2/3 majority of BOTH houses
When considering checks and balances, what does the Judicial branch have the power to do
Declare laws against the Constitution
What was the name of the rebellion of farmers in Massachusetts due to an increase in taxes
Shay's rebellion
What rights do people accused of crimes have under the Fifth and Sixth Amendments?
Right to due process, protection from self-incrimination and double jeopardy, and the right to a fair and speedy trial
The President has what power over the Legislative branch
He can veto laws passed by congress
House of Representatives
What does the 1st amendment protect
Basic rights such as freedom of religion, press, assembly etc.
Who had the power to levy Taxes under the AOC
Why is the Tenth Amendment important for the balance of power in government?
It reserves powers not given to the federal government to the states or the people