3 Branches of Govt
What are the three branches of government?
Legislative, Executive and Judicial
Known as the "Father of Our Country" and the first President of the United States; his military and political leadership established the foundation of the American federal republic.
George Washington
What is the supreme law of the land?
The United States Constitution
The only two Presidents to serve non-consecutive two-term presidency
Grover Cleveland and Donald Trump
Actions and obligations that citizens are legally required to do, such as paying taxes, serving on a jury, or attending school.
Civic Duty
Role of Legislative Branch?
Role: Makes the laws.
Drafted the Declaration of Independence, cementing the civic principles of unalienable rights and popular sovereignty into the nation's founding
Thomas Jefferson
The introductory statement that outlines the purposes of the document, famously beginning with "We the People" is called?
The Preamble
There were 13 original states. Name three.
New Hampshire ▪ Massachusetts ▪ Rhode Island ▪ Connecticut ▪ New York ▪ New Jersey ▪ Pennsylvania ▪ Delaware ▪ Maryland ▪ Virginia ▪ North Carolina ▪ South Carolina ▪ Georgia
Obligations that citizens should do to contribute to their community, such as voting, staying informed, and volunteering.
Civic Responsibility
Role of Executive Branch?
Role: Carries out and enforces the laws.
Known as the "Father of the Constitution" for his pivotal role in drafting the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
James Madison
The seven core sections that establish the framework of the U.S. government.
The Articles
Why does the flag have 13 stripes?
▪ because there were 13 original colonies
▪ because the stripes represent the original colonies
Active participation in issues of public concern to improve society.
Civic Engagement
Role of Judicial Branch?
Role: Interprets the laws and evaluates them for constitutionality.
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court who established the principle of judicial review, balancing the power of the civic branches
John Marshall
The first 10 amendments, ratified in 1791, which explicitly guarantee fundamental rights and liberties, such as freedom of speech, religion, the press, and the right to a fair trial.
The Bill of Rights
What is the name of the national anthem?
The Star-Spangled Banner
Personal freedoms protected by the Constitution from government intrusion (e.g., freedom of speech, religion, and press).
Civil Liberties
A system that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other branches in order to prevent abuse of power.
Checks and Balances
Who wrote The Federalist Papers?
*hint 3 people*
Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay
There are currently ____ amendments to the Constitution (number)
27 amendments
When was the Constitution written?
1787
Protections against discrimination provided by the government, ensuring equal treatment under the law
Civil Rights