Preamble and Principles
What does “We the People” represent in the Preamble?
The idea of popular sovereignty — government derives power from the people.
What is the main purpose of Article I?
Establishes the Legislative Branch (Congress).
Which amendment protects freedom of speech, press, and religion?
1st Amendment
Which amendment abolished slavery?
13th Amendment
A journalist is jailed for criticizing the President. Which amendment protects them?
1st Amendment (freedom of the press)
Name one purpose of the Constitution stated in the Preamble.
Examples: Establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, etc.
Article II establishes which branch?
The Executive Branch.
What does the 2nd Amendment protect?
The right to bear arms
What does the 14th Amendment guarantee to all citizens?
Equal protection and due process under the law
Police enter your house without a warrant. Which amendment is violated?
4th Amendment
Which democratic principle ensures no one branch becomes too powerful?
Checks and balances
Article III establishes what?
The Judicial Branch (Supreme Court).
Which amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures?
4th Amendment
The 15th Amendment guarantees voting rights regardless of what?
Race, color, or previous condition of servitude
You refuse to testify in court because it might incriminate you. Which amendment protects you?
5th Amendment
“To secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity” means what?
Protect freedom for current and future generations.
What does Article V describe?
The amendment process.
The right to a speedy and public trial is guaranteed by which amendment?
6th Amendment
What amendment gave women the right to vote?
19th Amendment
A protester is arrested for a peaceful demonstration. Which amendment protects them?
1st Amendment (freedom of assembly)
Which Enlightenment idea most influenced the Preamble’s goals?
Social contract theory (Locke/Rousseau).
What is the “Supremacy Clause,” and where is it found?
Found in Article VI, it establishes that the Constitution is the supreme law of the land.
Which amendment says powers not given to the federal government are reserved for the states?
10th Amendment
What amendment lowered the voting age to 18?
26th Amendment
A defendant cannot afford a lawyer. Which amendment ensures they get one?
6th Amendment