Articles or Constitution
Formed a weak government
Articles of Confederation
First President of the U.S
George Washington
American citizens have the right to practice any religion they choose.
Freedom of Religion
Ruled by a king or queen. This structure doesn't exist in the U.S
Monarchy
Each national government branch has some power over the other two.
U.S Constitution
Two.
American citizens have the right to express their opinions and ideas.
Freedom of Speech
The reason the Constitution calls for separation of powers
To prevent one branch from becoming too powerful
This document organized the first version of the United States government.
Articles of Confederation
He wanted to make sure the U.S. had __________ central government.
strong
American citizens have the right to access many sources of information. (hint: starts with the letter P)
Freedom of Press
The weakness in the Articles of Confederation that needed to be fixed.
Congress could not make the states respect the laws it passed.
State governments are more powerful than the national government.
Articles of Confederation
He created a group of smart leaders to help him run the country. They are called this name.
Cabinet.
American citizens have the right to gather in groups. (Hint: starts with the letter A)
Freedom of Assembly
This term best describes this concept:
“Each branch of the U.S. federal government has its own distinct responsibilities”
Separation of Powers
There are three separate branches of the national government.
The U.S Constitution
George Washington was __________ to be president of the United States. (hint: it's a feeling and it starts with the letter R).
Reluctant
American citizens have the right to formally ask for changes to laws. (hint: starts with the letter P)
Freedom to Petition
The U.S. Constitution gives certain powers to the federal government. Any powers not reserved for the federal government are given to the states. Some powers are shared powers. (hint the name is repeated in the clue)
Federal System