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
This is the process of becoming a citizen of another country.
Naturalization
How long is a presidential term?
4 years
Who was the first head of the executive branch after the Constitution was established?
George Washington
Name the two houses or chambers of the legislative branch.
The Senate and House of Representatives
What amendment gives the freedom of religion, speech, press and assembly?
The 1st Amendment
These are the legal rules and procedures the government must follow for anyone accused of a crime.
Due Process
How many purposes of government are listed in the Preamble?
6
The beginning or introduction to the Constitution is called what?
The Preamble
How many members does the Senate have?
100
Which amendment says you have more rights than what is listed in the Constitution?
The 9th Amendment
These are powers specifically given to Congress in the Constitution.
Enumerated Powers
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
This branch of the government gets to determine if laws are constitutional.
The Judicial Branch
What amendment gives protection from unreasonable search and seizure?
The 4th Amendment
These are powers shared by the state and federal governments.
Concurrent Powers
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, count the population, or Enumeration
Which branch can appoint Supreme Court Justices?
The Executive Branch
What amendment gives the right to a speedy and public trial?
The 6th Amendment
These are powers not specifically listed in the Constitution but suggested in its language.
Implied Powers
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 for representation and taxation?
The 3/5 Compromise