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Red, White, an Blue
Back in the Days
Do You Know Your Amendments?
Apple Tree Branches
100
A person is on trial for theft. During the trial, this person has the right to plead the fifth because of which right?
Rights of Accused Persons
100
What is the supreme law of the land called?
Constitution
100
What was the dispute between the Virginia Plan and the New Jersey Plan was resolved by?
The Great Compromise
100
Which amendment protects the freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition?
Amendment 1
100
How many branches does the state of Illinois government have?
3
200
Police Officer Dan is knocking on Kate's door and demands she let him search her home, but he has no search warrant. Which amendment prevents him from not coming into your home?
Amendment 4, Searches and Seizure
200
What is the source of all governmental power and authority in the U.S?
the people
200
Why did Americans feel like Amendment 22, that limits presidential terms to two years, was necessary?
to prevent one person from having too much power for too long.
200
Which amendment limits fines and punishments?
Amendment 8
200
What is the main job of the Executive Branch?
to enforce laws.
300
Jacey published his opinion on an issue in the News Gazette. His neighbors aren't too happy with his opinion. What freedom allows Jacey to publish his own opinion?
Freedom of Press
300
The duties of the governer of Illinois are similar to the duties of who?
U.S. President
300
During the late 1700's, many states would not ratify the United States Constitution without what?
the Bill of Rights
300
Amendment 14 laid the groundwork for what kind of rights?
Civil Rights
300
The Legislative Branch of our government is called what?
Congress
400
To convict a person of treason, there must be at least how many witnesses?
2
400
How old does the president of the United States have to be?
35
400
According to the Virginia Plan for the U.S. Constitution, a stat's representation in Congress would be determined by what?
its population
400
Which amendment repealed the 18th amendment?
Amendment 21
400
The separation of powers into three branches of government was intended to prevent what?
tyranny
500
While reading the news, you come across a story of two men involved in a scandal. One man stands trial, while the other man is locked up in a prison with no trial. You forbid this from continuing because of which right?
Right to Speedy, Public Trial
500
Power not specifically outlined in the federal Consitution is granted to who?
State governments
500
According to the New Jersey Plan for U.S. Constitution, a state's representation in Congress would be what?
the same as all other states.
500
Which amendment granted 18 years old the right to vote?
Amendment 26
500
Is the Jurisdiction Court the highest court of the Judicial Branch of our government?
No