Principles of Gov.
List the three branches of U.S. Government.
Legislative, executive, and judicial
Written in 1776 by Thomas Jefferson; document formally breaking ties with Britian
The Declaration of Independence
What document begins with, "We the People?"
This popular singer released the hit song "Billie Jean" in 1982.
Michael Jackson
Where did Mr. Fischer go to high school?
Central Catholic
What is a form of government where people vote for representatives to make laws on their behalf?
Representative democracy
First written constitution that was eventually replaced with current constitution.
Articles of Confederation
In order for a formal amendment to be added to the Constitution, what must Congress do?
Ratification process (2/3 Congress, 2/3 States)
This popular rapper "murdered" two people in New Jersey and bragged about evading police patrol in 2017 hit "The Race"
Tay-K
Instead of running with the cross country runners, what does Mr. Fischer do to keep up with them?
Rides his bike
What year was the U.S. Constitution ratified?
1787
13th century English document that was a major influence for the American government system
Magna Carta
What were supporters of the ratification of Congress known as?
Federalists
This popular rapper explained that all women are alike and died in 2019.
Where did Mr. Fischer go for Thanksgiving break?
Utah, Nevada, etc.
List three historical documents that influenced the Constitution.
Magna Carta, English Bill of Right, Declaration of Independence, etc.
A compromise initiated between the Northern and Southern states that allowed slaves to be represented slightly less than an average person.
3/5 compromise
Checks and balances
This popular rapper claimed that despite being 5-foot-4, when he stood on his money he became 6-foot-6.
Lil Uzi Vert
How many sectional championships does Mr. Fischer have?
One
What is the leader of a parliamentary system, such as the U.K.?
Prime Minister
This compromise combined the New Jersey and Virginia plans to create a bicameral Congress
The Connecticut Compromise
Name three principles of the U.S. Constitution.
Popular Sovereignty, Limited Government, Separation of Powers, Federalism, Checks and Balances, Republicanism, and Individual Rights
This Chicago icon released a banger song called "BDK", but was eventually shot weeks later and clowned by the entire city.
Lil Jojo
What is the name of Mr. Fischer's oldest son?
Kai