US Constitution
What is the Preamble of the Constitution?
We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.
Who was the first president?
George Washington
What is the 1st Amendment?
Congress make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting its free exercise
What do the Miranda Rights protect.
The right to remain silent, the right to counsel, and the right to answer questions.
Who discovered America?
Christopher Columbus
How many amendments are there to the US Constitution?
27
How long can a president be in office
4 years per term, 2 terms maximum
What is the 2nd amendment?
As an American citizen, you have the individual right to arm yourself
What are the Miranda Rights?
You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to talk to a lawyer for advice before we ask you any questions. You have the right to have a lawyer with you during questioning. If you cannot afford a lawyer, one will be appointed for you before any questioning if you wish. If you decide to answer questions now without a lawyer present, you have the right to stop answering at any time
What year did the US become states?
1776
Why was the Constitution written?
To create a government with enough power to act nationally, but without so much power, fundamental rights would be at risk.
Which was the only US President who served two separate Terms?
Grover Cleveland
What is the 3rd amendment?
Forbids the forcible housing of military personnel in a citizen's home during peacetime and requires the process to be “prescribed by law” in times of war.
When are the Miranda Rights read?
Upon Arrest and before questioning.
How many colonies were there in the birth of the US
13
When was the constitution written
1787
Who is the current President
Joe Biden
What is the 4th amendment?
protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government.
Which amendment protects our right to the freedom of speech?
The first amendment
What were the original 13 colonies?
Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, New York, New Hampshire.
When is constitution Day?
Sep 17
Which was the last president to die at the hands of an assassin.
President John F. Kennedy
What is the 5th amendment?
Protects people from the government abusing its power to prosecute them
Which amendment protects our right to bear arms?
The 2nd Amendment
The first Americans were who
Native Americans