D.o.I
Who was the primary author responsible for drafting the text of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
In what year was the U.S. Constitution written and originally signed by delegates at the Constitutional Convention?
1787
How many articles are there?
7 articles
What's the difference between the 1st & 2nd Amendment?
1-RAPPS
2-Bear Arms/Small militia
The phrase “You have the right to remain silent” reflects the provision in the Bill of Rights regarding
Self-Incrimination
In what year was the Declaration of Independence officially adopted by the Continental Congress?
1776
The Preamble to the Constitution lists which of the following?
Goals for the new gov't
Name the 3 branches of gov't
Legislative, Executive, and Judicial
What's the difference between the 3rd & 4th Amendment?
3. No quartering soldiers
4. No warrant/probable cause-no search
Which term refers to the principle that people accused of a crime must be granted fair legal rights?
Due Process
Which Enlightenment philosopher heavily influenced Thomas Jefferson's creation of the D.o.I?
John Locke
The first words of the Constitution indicate that power and authority in our system of government come from who?
"We the PEOPLE"
Explain each responsibility of the 3 branches of gov't
Legislative-create laws, Executive-enforce laws, and Judicial-interpret laws
What's the difference between the 6th & 7th Amendment?
6-attorney, impartial judge, due process, fair/speedy trial, criminal cases
7-jury trial, civil cases, valued case at least $20 to sue another person/company
Who is responsible for interpreting the Bill of Rights?
Supreme Court
What is the purpose of the D.o.I.?
Declare independence from Britain
Establish new gov't that represents democracy
What order was the Preamble written in the Constitution?
Beginning/Introduction
Which requirement for ratifying the original Constitution is established in Article VII?
Ratify in 9/13 states
What's the difference between the 5th & 8th Amendment?
5-Miranda rights
8-No cruel/unusual punishments & no excessive bail
The Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth amendments protect
Legal Rights
What phrase or saying is the D.o.I. most known for?
"all men are created equal"
Why did the framers of the Constitution create three separate branches of government?
Balance power in the Gov't
The Supremacy Clause of the Constitution indicates how to resolve conflicts between
state and federal laws.
What's the difference between the 9th & 10th Amendment?
9-peoples' rights can be argued beyond the Constitution
10-States can decide on an issue if there is not an existing law in the Constitution
Explain 1 MAJOR IDEA from each primary source:
1. Declaration of Independence
2. U.S. Constitution (Preamble & Articles)
3. Bill of Rights
1. Natural rights & reform gov't
2. Preamble-gov't should prioritize goals of equality/Articles-gov't should have powers and limits
3. Rights reserved to the people