The Bill of Rights
The right to bear arms
2nd Amendment
This amendment lowered the voting age to 18
26th Amendment
Article One discusses which branch of government?
The Legislative Branch
Who has the power to declare war?
Congress
What is the first part of the Constitution called?
Preamble
Cruel and unusual punishment shall not be inflicted
8th Amendment
Women's right to vote
19th Amendment
How old does a Supreme Court Justice need to be?
No age requirements
Who is the Commander and Chief of the armed forces?
The President
Who did Congress select as the first US President?
George Washington
The people are protected against unreasonable searches and seizures.
4th Amendment
Abolishes slavery
13th Amendment
Article 2 states that the Senate must have how many votes to approve a treaty?
2/3 of votes
How long are Supreme Court Justices term?
Life w/ Good Behavior
How many total amendments are in the US Constitution?
27
The freedom of religion
1st Amendment
Gives all free "men" the right to vote
15th Amendment
Which article covers the judicial branch?
Article 3
What are at least three requirements to be President?
1) 35 years or older
2) US Citizen
3) Live in the US for at least 14 years
4) Born in the United States
What is the term length for a house member?
2 Years
No troops may be lodged in a house during peacetime without the consent of the owner.
3rd Amendment
Sets term limits for the US President
22nd Amendment
Ratification is covered in which article?
Article 7
How many total House of Representative members are there today?
435
What is the Supreme law of the land?
The Constitution