Bill of Rights
What are the first 10 Amendments called?
Bill of Rights
DAILY DOUBLE: How many representatives does each state get for the House of Representatives?
Based on Population
How long is one term for the President?
4 years
What is the Judicial Branch also known as?
The Supreme Court
True or False: The Articles of Confederation was very weak because Congress held little power over the states.
True
Name that Amendment: the right to bear arms
2nd Amendment
What is the main duty of the Legislative Branch?
Make the laws
Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. Military?
The President
What are the requirements to become a Supreme Court Justice?
None are stated in the Constitution. (to be a "good person")
DAILY DOUBLE: Name the plan: Representatives were based on population.
New Jersey Plan
Who does the 7th amendment involve?
You, the judge, and the jury
What is the total number of Senators in the United States?
100
DAILY DOUBLE: What is the main duty of the Executive Branch?
Enforce Laws
How long are terms for Supreme Court Justices?
Life
Who held the Congress representatives and the states accountable under the Articles of Confederation?
No One.
Show me the hand symbol for the 5th amendment.
Take your hand and cover your mouth. (the right to remain silent)
Who is in Speaker of the Senate?
The Vice President
Name the 3 requirements to become a U.S. President.
At least 35 years old, a natural born U.S. Citizen, & a U.S. Resident of at least 14 years.
DAILY DOUBLE: Who appoints someone to become a Supreme Court Justice?
The President
This compromise was geared around the southern states and slaves.
3/5 compromise
DAILY DOUBLE: What are the 5 Protections of the First Amendment?
RAPPS (Religion, Assembly, Press, Petition, Speech)
Name the 3 requirements to become Senator.
Must be at least 30 years of age, a U.S. Citizen of at least 9 years, a resident in the elected state.
What is the name of the group of people selected by the President to become in charge of different departments?
The President's Cabinet
Who approves Judicial appointments?
The Senate
Strength or Weakness: Collecting Taxes
Weakness