The U.S. Constitution
The document beginning with “We the people”
The Constitution
Makes the laws
Legislative
This founding document declared independence from Great Britain
Declaration of Independence
This is the most common civic duty for U.S. citizens over age 18
Voting
This building is where Congress meets
U.S. Capital
Document with the first 10 amendments for the basic rights of a citizen
Bill of Rights
Presidents branch
Executive
He is known as the “Father of the Constitution.”
This duty requires citizens to appear in court when summoned
Jury Duty
This presidential residence is located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
White House
Gov’t branch the interprets the constitution
Judicial
This body has the power to confirm or reject presidential appointments
Senate
This 85-essay series was written to encourage ratifying the Constitution
Federalist Papers
Paying this is required to fund government services
Taxes
This iconic monument honors the nation’s first president
Washington Monument
This clause gives Congress the power to make laws that are “necessary and proper.”
Elastic Clause
Branch to veto laws
Executive
This agreement established America’s first central government but had major weaknesses
Articles of Confederation
Registering for this is required for almost all U.S. males at age 18
Selective Service
This location houses the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights
National Archives
This amendment explains that powers not given to the federal government are reserved to the states or to the people
10th Amendment
This system ensures no branch becomes too powerful
Checks and Balances
This principle divides power between national and state governments
Federalism
This civic concept means being informed, participating, and contributing to community well-being
Active citizenship
This federal complex is the headquarters of the Department of Defense
Pentagon