Bill of Rights
Which amendment protects freedom of speech and religion?
1st
Which amendment abolished slavery?
13th
Police search your backpack without a warrant. Which amendment protects you?
4th
Who can veto a bill passed by Congress?
President — Executive Branch
The authority/power of a court to hear a case
Jurisdiction
Which amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures?
4th
Which amendment granted citizenship to all people born in the U.S.?
14th
You refuse to answer questions in court so you don’t incriminate yourself. Which amendment protects you?
5th
Who can override a veto, and with what fraction of votes?
Congress — 2/3 vote in both houses
The principle that no one is above the law.
Rule of law
Which amendment gives the right to a speedy and public trial?
6th
Which amendment gave African American men the right to vote?
15th
You are tried twice for the same crime. Which amendment is violated?
5th
Which branch decides if laws are constitutional?
Judicial Branch — Supreme Court
The supreme power of a nation to govern itself.
Sovereignty
Which amendment prevents cruel and unusual punishment?
8th
Which amendment gave women the right to vote?
19th
You demand a jury trial in a civil case worth more than $20. Which amendment gives you this right?
7th
Congress can remove a president or federal judge from office. What is this process called?
Impeachment
Serving on a jury and paying taxes are examples of this
Civic Duty
Which amendment says you don’t have to house soldiers in your home?
3rd
Which amendment guarantees “equal protection of the laws”?
14th
You are punished with excessive bail for a minor crime. Which amendment protects you?
8th
Why did the Framers design the government with checks and balances?
o prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful
A legal decision used as a model for future cases.
Precedent