Constitution Convention
What was the name of the document that gave the States too much power and not enough to the Central Government?
Articles of Confederation (AOC)
This Branch of Gov't is the 1st Article of the Constitution and this branch makes the laws
Legislative Branch
Freedom of Speech, Religion, Assembly, Petition and Press
1st Amendment
Right to bear arms
2nd Amendment
Who was known as the Father of the Constitution?
James Madison
Led by Revolutionary War Vets, as it protested against unfair taxes.
Shays' Rebellion
Electoral College
Search and Seizure
4th Amendment
Quartering of Soldiers
3rd Amendment
What is the age requirement for the House of Reps?
25
This plan favored smaller States as it called for equal representation for all states.
NJ Plan
This Branch of Gov't is article 2 and this Branch Carries out the laws
Executive Branch
Rights reserved to the states
10th Amendment
Rights reserved to the people
9th Amendment
What is the number you need to win the Electoral College?
270
This was the number of states needed to Ratify the Constitution
9
This Branch of Gov't is the 3rd Article of the Constitution and this branch evaluates laws
Judicial Branch
No cruel or unusual punishment
8th Amendment
Right to a speedy trial
6th Amendment
How long is a senators term last?
6 years
This is the city where the Constitution Convention was held.
Philadelphia
This branch of Gov't can declare war and can override the President
Legislative Branch
Ended Slavery
13th Amendment
Gave Rights to Women
19th Amendment
What two positions of Government are chosen by the popular vote?
Senate and House of Reps.