Preamble
How many promises are in the Preamble?
Six
What article gives "full faith and credit" to each of the states?
Article 4
Which amendment protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures?
The 4th Amendment
What is the idea where government has shared powers?
Federalism
What type of cake is the American government?
Layer Cake
How is the Preamble used in court?
To explain the Spirit of the Constitution.
What power lets the Judicial branch interpret the laws?
Judicial Review
How did most amendments get passed?
Proposed in Congress, ratified by State Legislatures
What are the three types Delegated powers?
Expressed, Implied, Inherent
Why did the Anti-feds want the Bill of Rights?
To protect the rights of the people
What is the idea that power comes from the people in the government?
Popular Sovereignty.
Which article tells us how to amend the constitution?
Article 5
Which amendment contains the power of Eminent Domain?
The 5th amendment
What are two Delegated powers?
Print money, Declare war, Regulate state commerce, Immigration, Acquire territory, build highways
What court case used Eminent Domain and the Preamble?
Ellis v. City of Grand Rapids
Why does the Preamble mention "[insuring] domestic tranquility?"
Shays' Rebellion
What article does the Supremacy Clause come from?
Article 6
Name two rights you have from the 6th amendment
Attorney, Speedy and Public trial, Impartial Jury, Confront accuser, Favorable witnesses
What are two Reserved Powers?
Schools, Licenses, Utilities, Marriage, Alcohol, First Responders
Where do Implied powers come from?
Article 1 section 8, the Necessary and Proper clause
What phrase establishes the idea of Popular Sovereignty in the Preamble?
We the People
What idea prevents a government from becoming a tyranny?
Separation of Powers
What three powers come from the 10th Amendment?
Delegated, Reserved, and Concurrent powers
What are three Concurrent powers?
Collect taxes, Establish courts, Regulate banks, Borrow Money, Punish Criminals, Provide for general welfare
How is America different from a Unitary State?
We elect the President, Have a local government, Checks and Balances