Bill of right 1-5
What is the 1st amendment of the United States?
"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances."
What is the 6th amendment of the United States?
[In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial,] - must be remained open to the public
[by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed,] - Must be in the state it took place in
which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence.
How many senators does each state have?
2 senators, no matter what the states population or size is.
What is included in the judicial branch?
Includes:
Supreme Court of the United States
Other federal courts
Who works in this branch?
President, vice president, and their cabinet members,
What is the 2nd amendment of the United States?
"A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed."
What is the 7th amendment of the United States?
The right of trial by jury shall be preserved
Decisions are final in the court
How is the amount of representatives decided
By the states population.
Example:
Alaska 1 representatives (Low population)
Texas 38 representatives (High population)
Information about the staff
Who is in it?
9 Supreme Court justices
Responsibilities / Powers
Interprets laws
Decides if laws are constitutional
Settles disputes between states
How are they chosen?
Appointed by the President
Confirmed by the Senate
What does the president do? And how are they elected
Enforces laws, commands the military, signs/vetos bills, appoints judges and officials, and conducts foreign policy. They are elected through the electoral collage system, voted by citizens.
What is the 3rd amendment of the United States?
"No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law."
What is the 8th amendment of the United States?
Excessive bail shall not be required
$ paid as a promise you'll go t your trial
No cruel or unusual punishments
What is the purpose of the House of representatives?
the house represents the people based on population. Each member serves 2 years. It approves treaties, holds impeachment trials, and starts tax and spending bills.
About the judical branch
Decide major constitutional questions
Review decisions from lower courts
Decide if laws are constitutional
Set nationwide legal precedent
It usually hears cases about:
Free speech
Gun rights
Abortion
Voting laws
Religious freedom
Presidential power
How long is each term, and how many can they serve?
4 years each of the 2 terms they can run.
What is the 4th amendment of the United States?
"The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized."
What is the 9th amendment of the United States?
You have other basic human rights beyond the constitution.
Example: You can wear a black sweatshirt, brush your teeth, etc.
What is the purpose of the Senate
Senate represents states equally, with 2 senators per state, 100 in total. Senators serve a 6 year term. The Senate confirms presidential appointments, approves treaties, and holds impeachment trials.
Why/When was it made?
created in 1787
The United States Constitution is the supreme law of the United States.
Established the national government
Created the three branches (legislative, executive, judicial)
Explains how the government works
Lists limits on government power
The main purposes are listed in its Preamble:
Form a more perfect union
Establish justice
Ensure domestic tranquility (peace at home)
Provide for national defense
Promote general welfare
Secure liberty (freedom)
What is the 5th amendment of the United States?
[No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime] - Right to remain silent, You cannot be forced to be a witness against yourself or confess to a crime.
[Nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb;] - Double Jeopardy: The government cannot try you twice for the same crime after an acquittal or conviction.
What is the 10th amendment of the United States?
If a power is not in the constitution, then the states (or people) decide.
Extra info on the legislative:
This branch makes laws and sends the bills to the president. The members and senators are elected by the people on election day.