History
What Year did the United States Declare Independance?
1776
What are the 2 legislative bodies outlined in the constitution.
The House Of Representatives & The Senate
Which amendment gives you the right to join a militia, the right to bear arms?
The 2nd Amendment
What is the first line of the miranda warning?
"You have the right to remain silent"
George Washington
The Civilization that served as an inspiration for the U.S system of government.
Ancient Rome
Who is the commander and chief of the Army and Navy?
The President
“Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.”
Double Points: Who was pressed to death in 1692?
8th Amendment
Giles Corey
What did Miranda v. Arizona (1966) accomplish?
Established that police must inform suspects of their constitutional rights before custodial questioning.
What were George Carroll and John Kiro suspected of transporting?
Alcohol
What was the "failed" "original" constitution created in 1781 called?
The Articles Of Confederation
What is the name of the judicial body created by the constitution, to review court rulings?
The Supreme Court
“The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures-"
The 4th Amendment
What did Terry v. Ohio (1968) accomplish?
Created the legal standard for a Terry Stop (stop-and-frisk).
What does the Executive branch do?
Enforces Laws
What year was the Magna Carta signed?
1215
How does the constitution begin?
"We the people."
The amendment that grants the states & the people rights to create their own laws, not outlined in the constitution.
The 10th Amendment
Tennessee v. Garner (1985)
Made deadly force against fleeing suspects unconstitutional unless the officer has probable cause to believe the suspect poses a significant threat of death or serious physical injury.
Name All 3 Branches Of Government.
Executive, Legislative, Judicial
Who were the writers responsible for advocating for federalism?
Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, James Madison
Which state was the first to ratify the constitution?
Delaware
“In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the state and district wherein the crime shall have been committed - and to have the assistance of counsel for his defense"
6th Amendment
Created the Automobile Exception to the Fourth Amendment.
Carroll v. United States (1925)
What is a "writ of certiorari"?
An appeal to be heard by a higher court