Amendments
Federalism
Constitution
Principles of the Constitution
Branches of the Government
100

How many amendments are there?

27

100

What are the 3 levels of federalism?

National, state, and local governments

100
This document was ratified on September 17, 1787.
the U.S. Constitution
100

What is the Rule of Law?

American people and their government abide by a system of laws

100
What are the three branches?
Legislative Executive Judicial
200
The first 10 amendments are called this.
The Bill of Rights
200

What is one benefit of federalism?

Answers will vary.

200

What are the 3 parts of the Constitution? (the structure)

Preamble, the 7 Articles and the 27 amendments

200

How can we protect individual rights?

9th amendment, Bill of Rights, limited government, etc.

200

How does the Supreme Court relate to the Constitution?

They interpret laws

300
Name ALL of the rights protected by the 1st Amendment

People have freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly and the right to petition the Government.

300

Giving Drivers Licenses is an example of a ________ power.

Reserved (States)

300
How can the Constitution be changed?
Only by amendments
300

How is popular sovereignty different from authoritarian governments?

People are the source of government power vs. government/leader is the source of power

300

Who works for the judicial department?

judges

400

Which amendments protect your legal rights?

5th, 6th, and 7th Amendments

400

Give an example of a concurrent power.

Answers will vary.

400

The Necessary and Proper Clause is an example of __________ powers. 

Implied 

400

Why is it important we have an independent judiciary?

Judges make impartial decisions, Check to ensure government is not breaking laws, Protects rule of law, Etc.

400
Who makes up the executive branch?
The president and cabinet members
500

Which Amendment ensures the PEOPLE retain their rights that aren't listed in the Constitution/Bill of Rights?

9th Amendment

500

What is one way you can directly impact government at the local level?

Vote in local elections, call/message representatives, go to council meetings, etc.

500
The Constitutional Convention took place to write a document to replace which existing document?
The Articles of Confederation
500

How is separation of power different from checks and balances?

Separation of power: separating into different branches. Checks and balance: Each branch can "check" the others' power

500
Who makes up the Legislative Branch?
Senators & house of representitives (congress)
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