Bill of Rights
Which Amendment talks about freedom of speech?
the 1st Amendment.
Each Branch of Government Can Limit the powers of the other Branches
Checks and Balances
Who makes up Congress?
House of Representatives and Senate
What are the 3 branches of government?
Legislative, Executive, and Judicial
This type of law deals with crimes such as robbery, assault, and murder, where the government prosecutes the accused.
What is criminal law?
Which Amendment repeals or cancels the 18th Amendment?
21st Amdendment
The government is divided into branches. Each Branch has distinct powers.
Separation of Powers
How are the House of Representatives voted into Congress?
The people vote them in.
Who enforces the laws?
Executive
This area of law resolves disputes between individuals or organizations over issues like contracts, property, or personal injuries rather than crimes.
What is civil law?
Which amendment do people use when they plead the _____? Hint: they don't want to talk
5th Amendment
A government's power is limited by the Constitution to protect individual rights.
Limited Government
How many senators per state are there?
2
Which branch of government makes laws?
Legislative
This branch of law protects inventions, logos, brand names, and creative works from unauthorized use.
What is intellectual property law?
This Amendment is for the right to bear arms.
2nd Amendment
A form of government where citizens are represented by elected officials.
Republicanism
How many terms can a president serve, and how long is a term?
2 terms and 4 years per term
Which Branch interprets the laws?
Judicial
This type of law governs insurance policies, claims, coverage disputes, and the obligations of insurers and policyholders.
What is insurance law?
Which amendment outlaws slavery?
13th Amendment
The government's power comes from the consent of the people.
Popular Sovereignty
How are senators voted into Congress?
They are voted in by the House of Representatives.
Who can VETO laws made by Congress?
President (aka Executive)
A company sues another business for using a logo so similar that consumers are likely to confuse the two brands. The lawsuit primarily falls under this specific area of law.
What is trademark law?