Branches of Government
Name all 3 branches of the US Federal government
Legislative, Executive and Judicial
The first 10 amendments to the Constitution are called what?
The Bill of Rights
Was the U.S stronger and more unified under the Articles of Confederation or the Constitution?
The Constitution
How long is a presidential term?
4 years
Who was the first head of the executive branch after the Constitution was established?
George Washington
How many members does the Senate have?
100
What amendment gives the freedom of religion, speech, press and assembly?
The 1st Amendment
How many states needed to ratify the Constitution in order for it to be adopted?
9
How many purposes of government are listed in the Preamble?
6
The beginning or introduction to the Constitution is called what?
The Preamble
Name the two houses or chambers of the legislative branch.
The Senate and House of Representatives
Which amendment says you have more rights than what is listed in the Constitution?
The 9th Amendment
How many states needed to approve an amendment the Articles of Confederation?
13
The Constitution is based on ___ key principles?
7
What were the two large states the nation needed to ratify the Constitution in order for it to be successful?
New York and Virginia
Which branch gets to interpret the laws made by the legislative branch?
The Judicial Branch
What amendment gave protection from unreasonable search and seizure?
The 4th Amendment
What was the major weakness under the Articles of Confederation that made it difficult for the federal government to operate successfully?
They could not tax the citizens.
In what year was the Constitution adopted?
1788
What is the process by which the government counts the population to determine the number of representatives for each state?
They take a census.
Which branch can appoint Supreme Court Justices?
The Executive Branch
What amendment gave the right to a speedy and public trial?
The 6th Amendment
Was it easier to pass laws under the Articles of Confederation or the Constitution?
The Constitution
What fraction of Congress must deem it necessary in order to propose an amendment to the Constitution?
2/3
What was the name of the compromise that was used to decide whether enslaved people should be counted when determining state representatives?
The 3/5th's Compromise