Events Leading to Const. Conv.
What event was considered the start to the American revolution?
Shot heard Round the World/Battle of Lexington and Concord
The second amendment provided the right to what?
Bear Arms
This amendment gave women the right to vote.
What is the 19th.
What amendment established presidential term limits?
22nd
What article established the legislative branch?
Article 1
What was the first system of government in the US?
Article of Confederation
Which amendment is known to protect the right of unreasonable searches and seizures?
4th
This amendment states that the right to vote can not be denied based on race.
What is the 15th.
Which amendment deals with congressional compensation?
27th
What article established the judicial branch?
Article 3
What document formally separated the colonies from KG3 (King George III)?
Declaration of Independence
What amendment protects against self-incrimination?
5th
Which amendment allows 18 year olds to vote?
26th
Which amendment banned slavery?
13th
What article established the executive branch?
Article 2
What event dealt with farmers in Massachusetts?
Shays Rebellion
The Supreme Court Case Gideon v Wainwright interpreted which amendment?
6th
What are the principles of the constitution? (Hint: 5)
Judicial Review, Popular Sovereignty, Federalism, Checks and Balances, Separation of Powers
Which amendment moved inauguration day to January 20th?
20th
This article outlines the amendment process.
Article 5
Who was considered the father of the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution? (Hint: Two different people)(Hint 2: Must get them both right)
DOI: Thomas Jefferson
CON: James Madison
What are the five freedoms outlines by the first amendment?
Speech, Religion, Press, Petition, and Peaceful Assembly
Prior to the 26th amendment, what was the minimum voting age?
21 years old
Which amendment outlines presidential succession?
25th
Article 7 outlines the ratification process for the constitution. How many states were needed to ratify the US Constitution?
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