What is the goal of government according to the Preamble
What is to protect the rights and freedoms of future generaltion
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Why did the Framers of the U.S. Constitution add a bill of rights?
Because the Anti-Federalists wouldn't support it otherwise.
100
If you are unhappy with the current political party you can express your opinion against them. This is an example of of which First Amendment Right?
Freedom of Speech
100
What is the significance of the Supreme Court ruling that words that create a 'clear and present danger' are not protected by the First Amendment?
The Constitution doesn't protect all rights.
200
"Either you are with us or with the terrorists. ... any nations that harbor terrorists will be dealt with as a hostile nation". What purpose from the Preamble is used to justify this speech?
What is 'provide for the common defense'
200
Who believed the Constitution needed a bill of rights, the states should have more power and the national government should have less power?
Anti-Federalists
200
If the police break in and search your home without permission this is a violation of which amendment?
Fourth Amendment - no unreasonable searches and sizures.
200
What type of law is used to resolve disputes between Congress and the President?
What is Constitutional Law
300
How is the Preamble reflected in the modern American political system?
What is voting for members of Congress.
300
What compromise was reached in the representation in Congress?
Two houses - one with representation based on population and the other house with equal representation.
300
Which rights listed in the Constitution protect us from the grievance in the Declaration of Independence - "for depriving us in many cases , of the benefits of Trial ..."
Due Process, right to confront witnesses and right to counsel (a lawyer)
300
What are examples of violations of Military Law
What is abandonment of post, conduct unbecoming an officer, and mutiny
400
What is the purpose of the Preamble to the Constitution?
What is outlining the goals of the U.S. Constitution.
400
CASE LAW - What practice was commonly accepted as a result of Marbury v. Madison?
Judicial Review - interpreting laws.
400
Which first amendment right is being practiced when parents sign a statement to build a new school?
What is Petition.
400
According to Tinker v. Des Moines what rights do students have in school?
They have first Amendment rights as long as they do not interfere with learning.
500
What does establish justice mean.
Make sure all our citizens are treated equally.
500
What was the purpose of the Federalist Papers?
To speak in favor of ratifying the Constitution.
500
Joe was arrest in August. In November he still didn't know why he had been arrested. What should his attorney ask for to protect his client.
What is a Writ of Habeas Corpus
500
Why did President Eisenhower have to send in troops to school after Brown v. Board of Education?
The Supreme Court does not have the power to enforce it's rulings.