Bill of Rights
What is the 2nd Amendment?
Right to bear arms
The first branch of government mentioned in the Constitution?
Legislative Branch
How many members in the U.S. Senate?
100
This amendment ended the Poll Tax
24th Amendment
This landmark U.S. Supreme Court case said that school publications can be censored.
Hazelwood School District vs Kuhlmeier
What is the 3rd Amendment?
No quartering of soldiers
This level of government is responsible for issuing drivers licenses?
State government
What is the name of the leader of the House of Reps?
Speaker of the House
Who has the power to issue pardons for federal crimes?
the President
This political party favors lower taxes and a strong military to deter foreign aggression.
Republican party
What is the 7th Amendment
Right to a jury in a civil case
What level of government can coin money?
Federal government
What are the three requirements to be a U.S. Senator?
Be a U.S. Citizen for at least 9 years, at least 30, and be a resident of the state you represent.
How long do federal judges serve for?
Life
This amendment lowered the voting age from 21 to 18.
26th amendment
What is the 8th Amendment
No excessive bails, fines, or cruel and unusual punishments
What type of power is eminent domain?
Concurrent power
Where does the impeachment process begin?
the House
In this system of government the legislative body selects the head of the government.
Parliamentary system
This landmark U.S. Supreme Court case cemented your right to remain silent.
Miranda v Arizona
What is the 10th Amendment?
Reserved Powers
Who has the power to establish courts?
Federal government
Who has the power to confirm Presidential appointments?
the Senate
In this system of government, a few rich powerful people rule the country.
Oligarchy
This Amendment abolished slavery
13th Amendment