This served as a model for the Bill of Rights for the Constitution of the United States
What is the Virginia Declaration of Rights
100
The right to keep and bear arms
What is the Second Amendment
100
_____ amendments to the Constitution
What is 27
100
Responsible for interpreting the Constitution
What is the Judicial Branch
100
Volunteering and helping to make the community a better place are examples of
What are ways for citizens to participate in community service
200
They guaranteed rights of Englishmen to the colonists
Who are the charters of the Virginia Company of London
200
The right to freedom of religion, press, petition, speech, and assembly
What is the First Amendment
200
Means of obtaining citizenship
What is birth and naturalization
200
This branch of Government can override the President's veto with a majority vote.
What is the Legislative Branch
200
The people are the source of any and all governmental power
What is consent of the governed?
300
Stated grievance against colonies of Great Britain and affirmed the belief in life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
What is the Declaration of Independence
300
Right of search and seizure
What is the Fourth Amendment
300
a person must demonstrate knowledge of American history and principles and the ability to read, speak, and write words in ordinary usage in the English language in order to
What is become a citizen through naturalization
300
Having two houses
What is bicameral
300
Government is not all-powerful and may do only those things the people have given it the power to do.
What is limited government
400
This was the colonies first attempt at a national government. This gave most of the power to the states.
What is The Articles of Confederation.
400
Provisions concerning prosecution
What is the Fifth Amendment
400
"Obey laws Pay taxes Serve in the armed forces, if called Serve on a jury or as a witness in court, when summoned" are examples of
What is duties of citizens
400
This branch can declare a law unconstitutional
What is the Judicial Branch
400
form a more perfect union To establish justice To ensure domestic tranquility To provide for the common defense To promote the general welfare To secure the blessings of liberty
What is the Preamble to the Constitution of the United States
500
This was written after the Articles of Confederation and the beginning of this document is known as the preamble.
What is the United States Constitution
500
Right to a speedy trial
What is the Sixth Amendment
500
"Register and vote Hold elective office Communicate with government officials to influence government actions Serve in voluntary, appointed government positions Participate in political campaigns. Keep informed regarding current issues Respect others’ right to an equal voice in government" are examples of
What are responsibilities of citizens
500
This branch of government can appoint federal judges, including supreme court judges
What is the Executive Branch?
500
Respect for the law Patriotism Participation in the school and/or local community Participation in elections as an informed voter