Philosophers
To prevent tyranny, the authors of the Constitution drew on Montesquieu’s concept of __________
Separation of Powers
"In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a fair and speedy trial by an impartial jury...." U.S. Constitution, Sixth Amendment
Which of the following is prevented by this amendment?
trials without a jury
What information does the Preamble provide?
The reasons for establishing the Constitution.
According to the _______________, the law applies to everyone, even those who govern.
Rule of Law
Which article of the Constitution lists specific powers that Congress does and does not have?
Article 1
Who was the philosopher that identified with the idea of natural rights?
John Locke
A sentence of life imprisonment for stealing a loaf of bread is an example of
Cruel and unusual punishment
Which part of the Constitution deals with how the legislative branch will work?
Article 1
The Declaration of Independence states that government receives its just powers from the
consent of the governed
Which amendment states that an accused person is entitled to have a lawyer?
6th
The idea that an entire society agrees to be governed by its general will
Social Contract
____ means that a person judged NOT guilty cannot be put on trial again for the same crime.
Double Jeopardy
There are __________ total Articles listed in the Constutution
7
The notion that the power lies with the people is know as
popular sovereignty
Which article of the Constitution sets forth the procedure for making amendments?
Article 5
____ believed in the idea of checks and balances and the separation of power.
Montesquieu
Which amendment protects Americans "against unreasonable searches and seizures"?
4th
The US Constitution has a total of __________ Amendments.
27
The first Constitution of the United States was called the
The Articles of Confederation
Which article declares the Constitution the Supreme Law of the Land?
Article 6
The Enlightenment philosophers believed that the power of government is derived from…
Those who are governed
The first amendment give us these 5 rights:
To be correct you must list all 5
Freedom of Speech, Religion, Press, Assembly, and the right to Petition the government.
What Amendment repealed or replaced another one?
The 18th (prohibition) was repealed/replaced by the 21st which permitted the sale and manufacturing of alcohol.
How did the Enlightenment thinkers influence the US?
Must describe 1 to earn points.
Locke - The Declaration of Independence
Montesquieu - 3 Branches of Government
Rousseau - American Revolution
Voltaire - Freedom of Speech and Religion. (1st Amendment)
How did the 1st amendment help enable the Civil Rights Movement?
It gave people the right to protest unfair laws peacefully