Amendments
You have the right to own a gun
What is the Second Amendment
Freedom of speech, religion, press & assembly
What is the First Amendment
The ultimate source of governmental authority is the people.
What is popular sovereignty
Power is divided between central and regional bodies.
What is Federalism / Federal system
The phrase “You have the right to remain silent” reflects the provision in the Bill of Rights regarding
What is self-incrimination
You do not have to let soldiers live in your home during peace time
What is the 3rd Amendment
Right to a fair and speedy public trial
What is the 6th Amendment
Anti-federalists biggest want in ratifying the Constitution?
What is the Bill of Rights
example of constitutional checks and balances
what is Treaties require Senate approval.
According to the U.S. Constitution, the national government must guarantee that every state government
what is has a republican structure.
No cruel or unusual punishment, even if you are convicted of a crime
What is the 8th Amendment
You cannot be searched without your permission; a judge must issue a warrant
What is the 4th Amendment
The Preamble to the Constitution purpose
What is purpose to be served by the Contitution
plays the largest role in interpreting the Bill of Rights
What is the Supreme Court
unit of government that is most likely to regulate water systems, cemeteries, hospitals, sewers, fire protection services, and schools?
What is a special-purpose district
You do not have to say anything if you are put on trial Hint: “I plead the ____”
What is the 5th Amendment
The federal government only has the powers granted by the Constitution
10th Amendment
The Articles of Confederation reflected Americans’ fear of
What is a strong central government
flag burning is protected under what amendment
What is the 1st Amendment
The most common form of city government, combining democratic rule with professional expertise
What is council-manager
You have more rights than just those listed in the Constitution
What is the 9th Amendment
Right to a trial by jury to resolve disputes between people
What is the 7th Amendment
to keep any one group from gaining too much power
What is separation of powers
The Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth amendments protect
rights in the legal system.
Settled disagreements over the representation of states in Congress by creating a bicameral legislature, with representation based on both population and equal state representation.
What is the Great Compromise