Fundamental Principles
Identify an example of a democracy.
a King Charles I presently rules over Great Britain
b Kim Jong-un is currently the supreme leader of North Korea
c President Joe Biden is currently the elected leader of the United States
c
The Magna Carta was signed by King John and established which fundamental principle?
Rule of Law, or Limited Government
Which goal of the Constitution is fulfilled when the Governors of Virginia and West Virginia work together to solve common problems?
To form a more perfect union
What is a change or addition to the U.S. Constitution called?
An Amendment
Which amendment abolished slavery?
13
The government is not all powerful.
Rule of Law
Limited Gov't
Democracy
Limited Government
This document served as our first form of Government but failed because it gave too much power to the States.
Articles of Confederation
Which goal of the Constitution is represented when Congress decides to spend more money on the military?
Provide for the common defense
How many amendments does our Constitution currently have?
27
Which Amendment gave women the right to vote?
19
The congressman from your district is caught driving while under the influence of alcohol. He is arrested and goes to court. This is an example of what basic principle?
Rule of Law
Limited Gov't
Democracy
Rule of Law
Which document listed grievances against the King of England?
Declaration of Independence
Public schools, hospitals, and fire departments are examples of what purpose of government?
Promote the general welfare
What is the first step in the U.S. Amendment Process?
Proposed by Congress
Which amendment contains your freedom of speech, press, assembly, petition, and religion?
1
People are the source of all government power. The government must ask for our permission.
Consent of the Governed
Which document served as a model for the Bill of Rights?
VA Declaration of Rights
Where can the Bill of Rights be found in the U.S. Constitution?
The first 10 Amendments
What is the first step in the STATE amendment process?
Proposed by General Assembly
Who signed the Magna Carta?
King John
Citizens elect officials to do government work for us.
Representative Government
Which document grated the rights of Englishmen to the colonists?
Charters of the VA Company of London
Which goal of the Preamble is achieved when the federal government solves a state line dispute?
ensure Domestic Tranquility
What is the second step in the U.S. Amendment process?
Ratified by the States
What was Virginias first colony called?
Jamestown
Define the word Fundamental
Foundation, base, basic idea.
This document establishes the structure of our current U.S. Government
U.S. Constitution
What are the first 3 words of the Preamble?
"We the People"
What is the second step in the STATE amendment process?
Ratified by the Voters
What is Mr. Kings favorite color?
Orange