Pre-Constitution
This was our first government (Constitution) and it gave little power to the National Government
Articles of Confederation
What principle does "We the People" reflect in the Constitution
Popular sovereignty
We have a Bicameral legislature also known as Congress. What two houses make this up?
House of Reps and Senate
The primary duty of this branch is to ENFORCE the law?
Executive branch
This amendment protects against "cruel and unusual punishment"
8th
This Compromise would be based on a bicameral legislature with House based on population and Senate be based on equal representation
Connecticut Compromise
When the President vetoes something from Congress, this is known as which principle?
Checks and balances
The job of the House and Senate in regards to the laws is to do what?
Make laws
The President has duties that they must fulfill. One of those is being in charge of your nation's military. What is the title of this job called?
Commander in Chief
What are the five freedoms within the First Amendment?
Speech, press, religion, assembly, petition
This would replace the Articles of Confederation and was accomplished during the Constitution Convention
Constitution
When both the National and State governments consent to a proposed amendment - this is known as which principle?
Federalism
In this House you must be a least 25 years old, representation is based on population and the Speaker is in charge of it
House of Reps.
People who advise the President are called?
Cabinet
What amendment allows you to keep and bear arms?
2nd
This group of colonials did not favor ratification of the Constitution
Anti-Federalist
In the Constitution there are written powers expressly stated in the document that limit their power. Which principle is this
Limited Government
In this House you must be 30 years of age, representation is equal (2 each), and the VP is in charge of it
Senate
What are the qualifications to be US President?
1. 35 years old
2. Live in US for 14 years
3. US/native born
This amendment protects against unreasonable search and seizure?
4th
This acted as a compromise between the Federalist and Anti-Federalist and is known as the First 10 Amendments
Bill of Rights
When the three balances each have their own powers and functions this is known as which principle?
Separation of powers
If the President rejects a bill from Congress this is known as what?
Veto
This branch is responsible for interpreting the law. They can serve for life, and are chosen by the President. What branch?
Judicial Branch
This amendment includes the right to a "speedy and public trial"
6th