Constitution
What is the beginning of the Constitution called?
The Preamble
What 5 freedoms are in the first amendment?
Freedom of Speech, religion, press, assembly, right to petition.
State Powers
Three Branches of government?
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
In a Christmas Story, What present does Ralphie want more than anything for Christmas?
A Red Rider BB gun
What are two plans that consisted of the Great Compromise?
The Virginia Plan and New Jersey Plan
The 5th amendment guarantees what?
Right to a fair trial and protection from testifying against oneself under oath.
Admit New States
National Powers
Who has the power to declare war?
In Home Alone, What is the nickname of the pair of burglars that tries to break into the McCallisters’ home?
The “Wet Bandits”
Federalists wanted what?
a strong central government
What is the third amendment?
prevents the government from placing troops in private homes.
Both
This branch can Veto laws to check on the legislative Branch?
Executive Branch
In ELF, Which toy does Buddy not like?
Jack-in-the-Box
The constitution replaced this previous constitution?
The Articles of Confederation
This amendment prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishments.
8th Amendment
Providing for public welfare
Both
Which branch can declare acts of congress unconstitutional on the legislative branch?
Judicial Branch
In the Grinch, What time is the Grinch set to have dinner with himself (and he can’t cancel it again)?
6:30 p.m.
How many articles are in the constitution?
7 Articles
What year were the bill of rights passed into the constitution?
1791
Making copyright and patent laws
National Powers
This branch can create lower federal courts by checking on the judicial branch?
Legislative branch
In It's A Wonderful Life, What event caused George to lose hearing in his left ear?
He saved Harry from drowning.