Preamble
parts of the preamble
what is 6 parts.
1st amendment
what is Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly and petition
number of articles
what is 7
7th amendment
In a civil trial, a jury will be provided if the amount under question exceeds $20
3rd part
what is “Establish Justice”- to create a fair and legal national court system, which did not exist under the Articles of Confederation. Also to protect us from an overbearing government
4th amendment
what is a search warrant is needed to be able to search you or your property
article 2
Executive Branch (President)- explains the powers and duties of the President
5th amendment
You have the right to remain silent (I Plead the FIFTH)
You cannot be tried for the same crime TWICE (No Double Jeopardy)
5th part
what is “Provide for the common defence”- Establish a strong military that will protect our country from foreign country and outside attacks. There was no national military under the Articles of Confederation
8th amendment
what is No cruel or unusual punishment, punishment must fit the crime!
article 5
Amending Process- 66% of the House >>> 66% of the Senate >>> 75% of the States
3rd amendment
You can’t be forced to house a soldier
1st part
what is “Form a more perfect union”- this government will be an improvement from the Articles of Confederation. It will be a government that aims to constantly improve and progress over time
2nd amendment
The right to legally own a gun (bear arms)
article 7
Ratification- 9 out of 13 states needed to ratify the Constitution
6th amendment
Right to a speedy and fair trial, with a jury
Right to an attorney
6th part
what is “Promote the General Welfare”- to promote the well-being of all people and of the country
10th amendment
Reserved powers...any power that does not belong to the national governments, is reserved for the states
article 6
what is Supremacy Clause- Constitution is the SUPREME law of the land
9th amendment
Our rights go beyond the ones listed in the Constitution, our rights are not limited to just these rights