Principles
"The people rule" is which principle?
Democracy
What was the significance of the VA Statute for Religious Freedom?
Gave religious freedom
Where is the Preamble in the Constitution?
This describes the amendment process
What is COMPLEX!
What document created the current structure of US government?
The US Constitution
A mayor is convicted of fraud. Which principle is this?
Rule of law
What document was a model for the Bill of Rights?
VA Declaration of Rights
What does the Preamble list/state?
Goals and purposes of US Government
What are the two steps in the amendment process?
Propose and Ratify (Ratification)
What are the first 10 amendments called?
Bill of Rights
People are the source of all government power. Which principle is this?
Consent of the Governed
What document stated everyone, including the king, was subject to the law?
Magna Carta
What do the first three words, "We the people," represent?
Democracy or Consent of the Governed
How many amendments have been added to the US Constitution?
27
Which document guaranteed the rights of Englishmen to the colonists?
Charters of VA Company of London
What principle of government is when the President is elected?
Representative Government
Which document stated grievances to the king of England and stated unalienable rights?
Declaration of Independence
Which part of the Preamble is represented when rights of individuals are protected?
Secure the Blessings of Liberty
What happens after Congress proposes an amendment?
What part of the US Constitution explains why it was written?
The Preamble
According to the 1st Amendment, "Congress can make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting its free exercise." Which principle of government does this represent?
Limited Government
What are the TWO major significances of the Articles of Confederation?
-It was the first form of US government.
-It was weak.
What are the 6 goals in the Preamble (in order)
-Form a more perfect union
-Establish justice
-Insure domestic tranquility
-Provide for the common defense
-Promote the general welfare
-Secure the blessings of liberty
How is the Virginia Constitution amended?
Propose by the General Assembly and Ratify by the voters of VA.
What is the outline of the US Constitution? (beginning, middle & end)
Preamble
7 Articles
27 Amendments