A
27
how many amendments are there?
it prevents any single branch of government from becoming too powerful by dividing governmental responsibilities into distinct branches
Why is the Separation of Powers important?
Constitution
What document was ratified on September 17, 1787.
Hamilton, Jay, Madison
Who wrote the Federalist Papers
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
What are the 3 branches of government?
The Bill of Rights
What are the first 10 amendments called?
6 years
How long do senators serve per term?
Preamble, the 7 Articles and the 27 amendments
How many parts of the Constitution are there?
The Federalists
Who wanted a strong central government?
Make laws
What is the job of Congress?
People have freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly and the right to petition the Government.
What does the first amendment cover?
Lifetime appoointment
How long does a Supreme Court justice serve?
Introduction
What is the Preamble about?
James Madison
Who authored the Constitution?
Uphold the laws
What is the job of the judicial branch?
to approve or enact a legally binding act that would not otherwise be binding in the absence of such approval
Ratify
What are amendments?
a formal change to a document, such as a contract, statute, or legislative bill
One part of the government can’t become too powerful
Why are "checks and balances" important?
Anti-Federalists
Who wanted the states and individuals have more power?
Nine
How many judges are there on the Supreme Court?
Constitution
What is the supreme law of the land?
3/5 Slave Clause
What is the part of the Constitution that allowed the South to sign and count slaves as part of their population?
2
How many terms can a President serve?
Senate and House of Representatives
What are the two parts of the Legislative branch?