Structure of the Constitution
How is the Constitution organized?
Articles and Ammendments
What branch of government makes laws?
Legislative
Who leads the executive branch?
The president
What is an amendment?
A change to the Constitution
What does majority rule mean?
Most people decide
What introduction explains the goals of the Constitution?
The Preamble
What is the main job of Congress?
To make laws
What is the job of the executive branch?
Carry out laws
Which amendment protects freedom of religion and speech?
First Ammendment
What system prevents one branch from becoming too powerful?
Checks and balances
Why did the Framers write “We the People”?
Government power comes from the people
Why does each state have two senators?
To balance large and small states
What court is the highest in the land?
Supreme Court
Which amendment protects the right to a speedy trial?
Sixth Ammendment
What principle says power comes from the people?
Popular sovereignty
What principle divides power between national and state governments?
Federalism
What power allows Congress to remove a president?
Impeachment
What power allows the Supreme Court to declare laws unconstitutional?
Judicial review
Which amendment protects rights not listed in the Constitution?
Ninth Ammendment
Why is due process important?
It ensures fairness under the law
Explain one reason the Constitution divides power among branches.
To prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful
Name one way Congress checks the president.
Overrides vetoes / approves judges / impeachment
Explain how the judicial branch limits the other branches.
By declaring laws or actions unconstitutional
Why was the Bill of Rights added?
To protect individual freedoms and limit government power
Explain one way citizens participate in government.
Voting / political parties / interest groups