Legislative Branch
The Article in the Constitution that established the Legislative Branch
Article I
This article in the Constitution outlines the structure, function, and powers of the executive branch and specifically the roles and authority of the President
Article II
This article of the Constitution establishes the judicial branch
Article III
The Bill of Rights has this many amendments
10
What are the duties of a citizen?
Pay taxes, serve on a jury, follow the law, register for selective service
The chamber of Congress that in based on each state’s population
House of Representatives
The President acts as this when he is working with leaders of other countries
Chief Diplomat
The highest court in the U.S.
The Supreme Court
This amendment protects the right to free speech
1st
This amendment guaranteed voting rights for African American men
15th
The chamber of Congress that has equal representation per state (2 people per state)
Senate
The President acts as this when he enforces the laws passed by Congress
Chief Executive
9
This amendment protects the right to bear arms.
2nd
This amendment granted voting rights for women
19th
The branch that can VETO a bill
Executive (president)
The President acts as this when he leads the military
Commander-in-Chief
The main job of the courts - to settle disputes and make sure laws are constitutional
Judicial review
This amendment ensures due process, prohibits self-incrimination, and double jeopardy
5th
You have to be this old to vote in the U.S.
18
Executive Branch
The President acts as this when he proposes ideas for new laws and signs or vetoes bills
Chief Legislator
The landmark case that led to the development of judicial review
Marbury v Madison
This amendment prohibits excessive bail and cruel/unusual punishment.
8th
This "college" elects the president and vice president of the U.S.
Electoral College