Structure of Government
The first, introductory, section of the Constitution is known as the......
Preamble
The government does not have absolute power.
Limited Power
The first 10 amendments are collectively known as the..
Bill of Rights
-Similar structure with three branches
-State constitutions are often longer and more detailed.
-State governments regulate local governments.
Levy Taxes
Both
The seven main sections of the Constitution are known as...
Articles
Power is divided between federal and state governments.
Federalism
What are the five parts to the 1st amendment?
Freedom of...
-Press
-Petition
-Assembly
-Speech
-Religion
Powers not listed in the Constitution and meant to be held by the states are called...
Reserved Powers
Conducts elections
The changes to the Constitution, listed at the end are called....
Amendments
Powers of national government are divide between the three branches.
Separation of Powers
What does the 5th amendment guarantee?
Due Process
Powers shared between both federal and state government.
Concurrent Powers.
Conducts Foreign Relations
National
Legislative, Executive, and Judicial Branches
Each branch exercises control over the others to ensure that one does not become too powerful.
Checks and Balancnes
What does the 4th Amendment guarantee?
No unlawful search and seizures.
What does it mean to have Privilege's and Immunities in other states?
States cannot discriminate against citizens of another state.
Makes, Enforces, and Interprets Laws
Both
List the structure and main functions of the three branches of government?
Legislative - Congress, Makes Laws
Executive - President and Cabinet, Executes Laws
Judicial - Supreme Court, Interprets Laws
The U.S. government is based upon the consent of the of governed ; the authority for government flows from the people.
Popular Sovereignty and Republicanism
Explain the process of amending the Constitution.
-Originates in Congress or State Legislatures
-Amendment is Proposed
-3/4 of State Legislatures or Conventions Ratify
-New Amendment
What are powers directly listed in the Constitution? What are the powers not listed but assumed called?
Expressed Powers and Implied Powers
Establish Post Offices
National