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How does the Tenth Amendment reinforce federalism?
Reserved powers to the states
Which goal of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution states that the government should make laws and establish a system of courts that is fair to all?
establish justice
The ability of one branch to limit power of the others is called _______________.
Checks and Balances
Which amendment, ratified in 1920, guaranteed women’s suffrage?
19th
Suffrage=Voting rights
The Supreme Court ruled in ________that “executive privilege” is only extended when connected to national security.
USA v Nixon
This UN agency promotes worldwide health to combat the spread of diseases.
World Health Organization (WHO)
Describe the principle of due process of law.
a system of justice according to established rules and principles; based on the principle in the Fifth Amendment that a person cannot be deprived of life, liberty, or property without appropriate legal procedures and protections
Which goal of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution states that the government should work to safeguard the freedom of the people?
secure the blessings of liberty to our posterity
What is the purpose of checks and balances and separation of powers in the Constitution?
So all government functions are not in one place to limit power So one branch does not abuse power or become too powerful
Which amendment outlawed the use of poll taxes as a requirement for voting?
24th
What Landmark Supreme Court case ruled that the Supreme Court could overrule a state court’s decisions on state laws (in regards to Election 2000)?
Bush v Gore
Which UN agency promotes international trade among nations?
World Trade Organization (WTO)
How does the Bill of Rights help ensure that the U.S. remains a democracy?
the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, establishing rights and protections for American citizens
Which goal of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution states that the government should work to protect the country from its enemies?
provide for the common defense
What is the “highest law of land” in the U.S?
The United States Constitution
In the wake of the Vietnam War, which amendment was added to lower the voting age of U.S. citizens to 18?
26th
When evaluating candidates for office, what are examples of things that might influence your decision?
Education
Background
Family
Voting record (incumbent)
Stance on Issues
What court is known as the “World Court”?
United Nation’s International Court of Justice
What are the two methods of proposing constitutional amendments?
2/3 of congress
2/3 of States call Constitutional conventions
Which goal of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution states that the government should preserve peace within the country?
insure domestic tranquility
___________law refers to the body of law that governs relationships between individuals and settles disputes.
Civil Law
What Landmark Supreme Court case resulted in the principle of Judicial Review?
Marbury v Madison
All policies dealing with issues within the United States are considered ____________policy.
Domestic Policy
This term describes a way in which the US can enter into an agreement with other nations to resolve conflicts or further relationships.
Treaty (Diplomacy)
55. In order for an amendment to be added to the Constitution, it must be ____________ by at least ¾ of the states.
Ratified by state legislatures
What is a lobbyist?
Representative of an interest group who contacts legislators to directly influence government policy
___________law refers to the body of law that regulates the conduct of individuals.
Criminal Law
What Landmark Supreme Court case justified segregation and the principle of “separate but equal”?
Plessy v Ferguson
. _______________is the government’s plan for interacting with other countries of the world.
Foreign Policy
The United States has used this mechanism to punish nations that violate human rights or otherwise threaten the interests of the United States.
Sanctions
What is the lawmaking branch of Government?
Legislative Branch
Identify the current major political parties?
Democrats
Republicans
Third Parties
___________law is based on the Constitution and on Supreme Court decisions.
Constitutional Law
What Landmark Supreme Court case overturned the Plessy v. Ferguson decision by ruling that separate facilities were not equal and ended segregation in schools?
Brown v Board of Education
The policy of _________the income of U.S. citizens to fund government programs for the good of society is an example of domestic policy.
Taxing
In a federal system, ___________________ powers are shared between the states and the national government.
Governmental
Which Article in the U.S. Constitution identifies the powers of the president?
Article II
In what founding U.S. document is the principle of “consent of the governed” expressed?
The Declaration of Independence
“…that to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed.”
__________law governs the behavior of men and women in all branches of the armed forces.
Military Law
What Landmark Supreme Court case required states to provide an attorney to those who could not afford representation in court?
Gideon v Wainwright
Providing monetary aid, military assistance or food to nations in need in order to promote peace is an example of ______________policy.
Foreign Policy
The ability to protect borders is best performed by which level of government.
Federal
Which branch of government is composed of district courts, circuit courts, appellate courts, and other federal courts?
Judicial Branch
Federal- District, Appeals, Supreme
State- County, Circuit, Appeals, Supreme
What is the meaning of “We the People” as written in the Preamble to the US Constitution?
Government gets its power from the people and exists to serve them
POPULAR SOVEREIGNTY
Which amendment abolished slavery in the U.S?
13th Amendment
What Landmark Supreme Court case ruled that juveniles accused of crimes receive the same due process as adults?
In re Gault
This organization is an international assembly of nations to discuss and act on important global issues.
United Nations (UN) Foster international peace
The service of maintaining public libraries is best performed by which level of government.
Local
Which goal of the Preamble states that the government should work to protect the country from its enemies?
Provide for the common defense
Give examples of how a person’s constitutional rights can be limited?
Slander- speaking lies
Libel- publishing lies Can’t yell fire in a theatre
Convicted felons may lose some rights
Which amendment guaranteed due process, equal protection under the law and granted rights of citizenship to African Americans?
14th Amendment
What Landmark Supreme Court case expanded interpretation of the First Amendment right to free speech in schools to also include freedom of expression?
Tinker v Des Moines
This “security alliance” between the United States and many European countries was originally formed to establish a united front against Soviet aggression during the Cold War and now engages in joint security and peacekeeping operations.
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
Create a graphic organizer that depicts the levels and functions of the judicial branch at the state level.
County->Circuit->Appeals->Supreme
Which goal of the Preamble to U.S. Constitution states that the government should be a better union of states than the one created under the Articles of Confederation?
form a more perfect union
The division of powers between three branches of government is called _________________.
Separation of Powers
Which amendment guaranteed the right of suffrage regardless of previous condition of servitude?
15th
What Landmark Supreme Court case limited freedom of press in school publications?
Hazelwood v Kulhmeier
This volunteer program provides technical assistance and cultural understanding between the United States and other nations.
Peace Corps
List the obligations and services provided by the local level of government.
Provide