Amendments
Which amendment protects freedom of speech, religion, and the press?
1st Amenment
"What are the three branches of the U.S. government?"
"Legislative, Executive, Judicial"
How does Executive Branch checks the Legislative Branch?
The president can veto legislation passed by congress.
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
27
Democracy:
A form of government where power is held by the people, directly or through elected representatives.
Which amendment sets voting age to 18?
26th Amendment
"What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress?"
"Senate and House of Representatives"
What is the primary purpose of checks and balances?
To ensure no one acts without restraint, promoting cooperation and limiting power.
Who is the "Father of the Constitution"?
James Madison.
Rule of Law:
The concept that everyone, including leaders, must follow the law.
Which amendment ended slavery?
13th Amendment
what are the two parts of congress
Senate and House of Representatives
How can the President check the power of Congress?
Legislative
What are the first ten amendments called?
The Bill of Rights.
Separation of Powers:
Division of government into branches (legislative, executive, judicial).
Which amendment prohibited the manufacture, sale, or transportation of intoxicating liquors (Prohibition).
18th Amendment
What is the main job of the executive branch?
Enforcing laws
How does the Legislative branch check the Executive?
Congress can override a veto with a 2/3 vote, approve appointments, approve treaties, and impeach the President.
What is the preamble?
The opening statement ("We the People") that defines the purpose of the Constitution.
Popular Sovereignty:
The principle that government authority lies with the people.
Which amendment guards against unreasonable searches and seizures. A "search" occurs when a government employee or agent violates an individual's reasonable expectation of privacy.
4th Amendment
How can the President limit the power of Congress?
By vetoing legislation
What is the purpose of these checks?
To prevent a single branch from dominating, ensuring a "three-legged stool" of balanced
What power does the Supreme Court have?
To review laws and declare them unconstitutional.
How does the government protect rights?
Through the Bill of Rights and the judicial system.