The Three Branches
What are the three branches of government?
The Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches?
What are the first three words on the Constitution?
We the people . . .
What does "checks and balances" mean?
a system that ensures no one branch of government becomes too powerful
Who were the Federalists
Supporters of the Constitution and a strong central government
How many amendments are in the Bill of Rights
10
Which branch of government makes the laws?
What is the Legislative branch?
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
27
Which branch can veto legislation
The Executive Branch
What did Anti-Federalists want?
a weaker central government and more power for the states
What does the Bill of Rights protect
Individual rights and freedoms of the American people
Who is in charge of the Executive branch?
The President
Explain why the Constitution is called "a living document"
Because it can be amended to adapt to changing times
Which branch has the power to impeach the President?
The Legislative branch
Name one prominent Federalist.
Alexander Hamilton
Which amendment protects freedom of speech?
1st Amendment
What is the role of the Judicial branch?
To interpret the laws and ensure they are applied fairly?
Which amendment abolished slavery?
the 13th amendment
Who can declare laws unconstitutional?
The Judicial Branch
What document did Federalists write to support the Constitution?
What are The Federalist Papers?
This amendment projects someone from incriminating themselves.
What is the 5th amendment?
This branch can declare war.
The Legislative Branch
What is the purpose of the Preamble to the Constitution?
to outline the goals of the government
How does the Senate check the power of the President?
What is by confirming or rejecting presidential appointments?
By Overriding a Veto with a 2/3rd majority vote
By impeaching the President
What was a major concern of the Anti-Federalists about the Constitution
The Lack of a Bill of Rights
"A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed."
The Second Amendment