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What is the federal government?
the national government of the United States
What is the highest law in the us?
The constitution
What system keeps one branch from getting too powerful?
Checks and balances
What are the first 10 amendments called?
The Bill of Rights
Which amendment protects freedom of religion?
The First Amendment
What are the three branches of government?
Legislative, Executive, and Judicial
When was the Constitution written?
1787
Which branch can reject laws?
The Executive Branch
Which amendment protects freedom of speech?
The First Amendment
Which amendment says you don’t have to testify against yourself?
The Fifth Amendment
Which branch makes laws?
The Legislative Branch
What is the opening part of the Constitution called?
The Preamble
Which branch can say a law goes against the Constitution?
The Judicial Branch
Which amendment gives the right to have weapons?
The Second Amendment
Which amendment bans cruel and unusual punishment?
The Eighth Amendment
Who leads the executive branch?
The President
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
27
Which branch approves the president’s choices for jobs?
The Legislative Branch
Which amendment protects people from unfair searches?
The Fourth Amendment
Which amendment gives powers to the states?
The Tenth Amendment
What is the system that shares power between national and state governments?
Federalism
What document came before the Constitution?
The Articles of Confederation
What is it called when Congress can remove a president from office?
Impeachment
Which amendment gives the right to a fair and quick trial?
The Sixth Amendment
Which amendment says people have rights not listed in the Constitution?
The Ninth Amendment