Who Said, Who Did?
Who was chosen as the very first president of the United States.
George Washington
If you want to see the original Constitution in person today, this is the city you must visit
Washington, D.C.
What is the total number of original American colonies.
13
This branch is made up of Congress, works in the Capitol, and makes the laws.
Legislative Branch
Who was known as the "Father of the Constitution," he called the historic meeting between the 13 colonies.
James Madison
What is the city in Pennsylvania where delegates gathered for the meeting between the 13 colonies.
Philadelphia
What are the famous first three words written at the top of the Constitution.
We The People
Led by the President in the White House, this branch executes (enforces) the laws.
Executive Branch
Who united together to choose a new kind of government for the country
The people
What is the historic building in Philadelphia where the meeting was held to write the Constitution.
Independence Hall
What is a type of government where the nation is "ruled by the people."
Democracy
Made up of judges and the Supreme Court, this branch judges (interprets) the laws.
Judicial Branch
Before the Constitution was written, the colonies did not have the same rules. Name two reasons why having the Constitution is important to America today.
It tells the laws of our whole country and keeps everyone following the same rules.
It sets up the 3 branches of government to keep power balanced.
It unites the people and protects our rights/freedom.