Bill of Rights
What are the five basic freedoms in the first amendment?
Speech
Assembly
Religion
Petition
Press
This article discusses the Legislative branch
Article 1
What two amendments deal with alcohol?
18 and 21
In the case New York Times vs. United States in 1971, President Nixon was trying to use prior restraint to stop the publishing of the Pentagon Papers. What right did this violate?
Freedom of the Press
Olivia Pope decides she wants to campaign for an open Senate seat. What qualifications must she have in order to be eligible to run?
Be at least 30 years old, been a citizen for at least 9 years, live in the state she is representing
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
2nd Amendment
What are the qualifications to be a Representative?
Must be at least 25, been a citizen for at least 7 years, live in the state they are representing
List the Civil War Amendment and what they did.
13: outlawed slavery
14: guaranteed all rights and due process for everyone
15:gave the right to vote to all races
Bilbo Baggins was arrested and confessed to a crime, but he wasn't informed of his Miranda Rights, so his confession couldn't be used in the trial. What rule says that the evidence can't be used
Fourth Amendment: Exclusionary Clause
Ronald McDonald is accused of a crime and flees his home state of Florida to avoid arrest. He is found hiding out in Kentucky with Colonel Sanders. The Governor of Florida demands his return to the state. Which article deals with rights and immunities of citizens in all states?
Article 4
Trial by peers where the crime took place
6th Amendment
Natural born citizen, lived in the US for at least 14 consecutive years, and be at least 35 years old are the qualifications for what?
The President/Presidency
What was the only Amendment ratified by State Conventions?
21st
Thorin Oakenshield was put on trial for assault in a middle class neighborhood, but his trial took place in an upperclass neighborhood with a jury made up of only elves. What right/amendment does this violate?
Sixth Amendment: Trial by peers where crime took place.
Hobbiton territory has declared itself a state and part of the United States without approval from the federal government. Which article says who can admit states into the nation?
Article 4 Section 3: New States may be admitted by the Congress into this Union
Which amendment guarantees: grand jury, double jeopardy, eminent domain, due process, and self-incrimination?
5th Amendment
What is the Supremacy Clause?
Article 6: the Constitution, and all laws,treaties, and orders created by the federal government are above/supreme to the states laws.
What Amendment discusses foreigners suing states?
11th
I loaned Stephanie $25. She said she would pay me back, but it's been two months and I desperately need money for shoes. I decide to take her to court, am I allowed to do this? Why?
Yes, the 7th Amendment guarantees a right to a civil trial by jury in cases involving at least $20.
Ohio was invaded by Canada for stealing their maple syrup. Ohio pleads to the federal government for protection. What article talks about protection from invasion?
Article 4 Section 4: The United States shall guarantee to every State in this Union a Republican Form of Government, and shall protect each of them against Invasion
What are the criminal rights(Due Process) amendments?
4-8 OR 5
In what ways can an amendment be added to the Constitution? (Article 5)
The 2/3 of Congress passes it, 3/4 of the states ratify it.
2/3 of the states propose it, 3/4 of the states ratify it.
What prompted the passing of the 21st Amendment?
The Depression: Legalizing Alcohol would create jobs.
Prohibition became associated with organized crime and increased violence.
It wasn't working: people were still making alcohol.
People were getting sick and dying from poisoned alcohol
The state government wants to build a new road. My house was in the way, so they bulldozed it, but I wasn't given any money for my house or the loss of it. What right does this violate?
5th Amendment: Eminent Domain
The president is unsure of his authority, which article can he reference to learn about his duties?
Article 2
States Rights/Reserved Power
10th Amendment
"The Unites States shall guarantee to every state in this Union a _______ form of government"
Republican
What led to the creation of the 26th amendment?
18 year old men could be drafted into the Vietnam war and die, but had no say in the process that led to war or choosing those who represented them.
Scrooge McDuck has been President for 10 years. How is it possible for him to serve 10 years when a term is only 4 years? What Amendment addresses this?
If the Vice President becomes the president in the middle of a term, he can still serve for two terms after finishing out the term where he inherited the office.
22nd Amendment.
California wants to ratify an amendment to the Constitution. How many states does it need to succed?
Supermajority; 3/4
Which amendment creates non-enumerated rights (rights not written down)?
9th amendment.
Unstated rights, meaning that people have more rights than what is listed in the Bill of Rights.
Which article creates the Judicial Branch?
Article 3
What amendment marries the VP and the President together? Makes them a package deal?
Amendment 12
What Amendment gets rid of Poll Taxes? Why did Poll Taxes exist?
24th Amendment
It was designed to restrict the voting rights of African Americans by making the taxes too high for them to achieve but also without burdening white people.
A newly elected Congressmen is not sure about his duties as a representative and what Congress can actually do. Where can he find a list of Congressional powers?
Article 1 Section 8: lists the delegated powers of Congress
What is an exception to freedom of speech AND freedom of religion?
if your speech incites or promotes violence
If your religious practice breaks the law
How many of the 13 original states ratified the Constitution? What was the last state to do so?
All 13 ratified it
Rhode Island
What does the 23rd amendment do?
The 23rd Amendment gave DC 3 electoral votes.
The president had heart surgery and was instructed by his doctor to reduce his stress and not work while he was recovering for 3-6 months. How can there be an effective president if he is told not to work?
25th Amendment can be used to place the VP as acting president until the president is recovered and can return to office.
Meredith Grey just got her license and is going to visit her grandparents two states away but is concerned that her license will not be valid in the other states. What article addresses people's rights in different states? what is it called?
Article 4 Section 1: Privilege's and Immunities