Constitution
This is the supreme law of the land:
The Constitution
One right or freedom from the First Amendment:
Speech / Religion / Assembly / Press / Petition
Name one branch of government:
Legislative / Executive / Judicial
How many U.S. Senators are there?
100
If the President can no longer serve, who becomes President?
The Vice President
What does the Constitution do?
Sets up the government, defines the government, and protects basic rights.
Two rights in the Declaration of Independence:
Life and Liberty / Life and Pursuit of Happiness / Liberty and Pursuit of Happiness
What stops one branch from becoming too powerful:
Checks and balances / Separation of powers
A U.S. Senator serves for how many years?
6 years
Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the military?
The President
What are the first three words of the Constitution?
“We the People”
What does freedom of religion mean?
You can practice any religion or none.
Who is in charge of the executive branch?
The President
How many voting members are in the House?
435
Who signs bills to become laws?
What is an amendment?
A change or addition to the Constitution.
What does the rule of law mean?
Everyone must follow the law, including leaders.
Who makes federal laws?
Congress
Why do some states have more Representatives?
Because of the population.
Who can veto bills?
The President
What do we call the first ten amendments?
The Bill of Rights
Two rights of everyone living in the U.S.
Freedom of speech / Freedom of religion / Freedom of assembly / Freedom to petition / Right to bear arms etc.
What are the two bodies of Congress?
The Senate and the House of Representatives
In what month do we vote for President?
November
What does the President’s Cabinet do?
Advises the President