Constitution
This document was ratified on September 17, 1787.
The U.S. Constitution
Name the three branches of government.
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
Checks and balances give the 3 branches _______ but ___________ powers.
equal, different
He was the leader of the Constitutional Convention and the first president.
George Washington
Ratified in 1971, the 26th Amendment lowered the voting age to _____.
18
What are the first three words of the Constitution?
We the people
What does separation of powers mean?
Divides the authority of the government into 3 equally powerful branches.
Which branch can override a veto?
Legislative
The oldest attendee, who was considered "the wisest man in America".
Ben Franklin
How many amendments are there in total?
27
What is the bill of rights?
The first ten amendments, rights such as the freedoms of speech, assembly, and worship.
Who is in the Legislative Branch?
Congress (House of Representatives & Senate)
Which branch of government can impeach the President?
Legislative
Thought we needed a strong, central government and he fixed the nation's troubled finances...
Alexander Hamilton
What did the 13th Amendment do?
Abolish slavery
The Constitutional Convention took place to write a document to replace which existing document?
The Articles of Confederation
What is the name of the body of judges in the Judicial Branch?
Supreme Court (justices)
Which branch can appoint judges?
Executive
This man didn't attend the Convention, but had an influence due to his desire for a Bill of Rights.
Thomas Jefferson
What did the 19th Amendment do?
Give women the right to vote.
What's the preamble?
It's an introductory statement that states the document's purpose.
Who is in the Executive Branch?
President, Vice President, the Cabinet
Which branch can impeach judges?
Legislative
He was the master builder of the constitution and believed the federal government should control trade and protect people's rights...
James Madison
What year was the Bill of Rights ratified?
1791