Amendments
What is an amendment?
a change made/added to the constitution
Wht kind of government do we have in the united states?
Representative Democrcy
The constitution is a document made for which country's government?
United States
What is the main purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution?
To explain why the Constitution was written
What is the 5th amendment?
Right to Remain Silent
What is the first part of the constitution called?
The Preamble
What phrase from the Preamble shows that the government gets its power from the people?
"We the People"
Define 'veto'
When the president rejects a law presented by congress
Which amendment protects your right to remain silent?
5th amendment
Is a goal listed by the preamble to form a more perfect union?
yes
The judicial department is made up of?
judges/supreme court
what is the 2nd amendment?
the right to bear arms
Which amendment protects your right to not be searched without a warrant?
4th amendment
Name the three parts of the constitution
premble, articles, and 27 amendments
Is a goal for the preamble to create political parties?
no
Who makes up the executive branch?
The president, vice president, and cabinet members
Which amendment prohibits soldiers from staying at your house?
3rd amendment
Which amendments prohibits cruel and unusual punishment?
8th amendment
Can the constitution be changed?
Only by adding an amendment
Is a goal listed by the preamble to 'establish justice'?
yes