Bill of rights
What is the first bill of rights amendment?
Freedoms of press, speech, petition, religion, and assembly.
Which amendment prevents police from searching your home without a warrant?
Fourth amendment
What side of the staircase are we supposed to use?
Right
What are the two houses of Congress?
Senate and House of Representatives
Who is the head of the Executive Branch?
The president
Which amendment freedom of religion?
First amendment
What is another way to say the right to "bear arms"?
The right to have guns or weapons.
What should you not bring on the trip?
Phone, Air Pods, hats
(Other answers may be acceptable)
How many Senators does each state have?
2
What is the main role of the judicial branch?
Interpret laws
What protects the rights of people on trial?
The fifth amendment.
What prevents excessive fines or bail?
Eighth amendment
What do you need to bring on the trip?
Lunch
How many Representatives does each state have in the House of Representatives?
Depends on the population of the state
What can a President do if they disagree with a bill passed by Congress?
Veto or not sign it.
What is the second amendment?
The right to bear arms.
Which amendment protects against cruel and unusual punishment?
How should your body be in court?
Still, sitting up, facing forward.
What does "checks and balances" refer to?
Each branch of government can check the power of the other branches
What can Congress do if the President refuses to sign a bill?
Override the veto with a 2/3 majority.
Which amendment protects us from self-incrimination?
Fifth amendment
How many amendments are in the Bill of Rights?
Ten
How should your voice be in court?
What is the first word in the Constitution?
We!
Why did big states want representation in Congress based on population?
So they would have more votes.