Creating U.S. Constitution
Who was known as the "Father of the Constitution"?
James Madison
What is the memorable phrase the Constitution begins with?
"We the People"
What branch is responsible for making the laws?
Legislative.
What two people argued that no religion or church should be favored over any other?
Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.
When was the Constitution created?
1787
How many terms can the president serve?
2
What is the branch responsible for interpreting the laws?
Judicial.
Which amendment in the Bill of Rights forbids excessive punishment?
8th.
Articles of Confederation
What is the system that allows each branch of the government to limit the power of the other two branches?
Checks and Balances
What are the two parts of Congress?
The House of Representatives and the Senate.
What is the concept that the government must follow clear rules and act reasonably as it carries out the law?
Due process.
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What is the belief that the government's authority should come from the people called?
Popular Sovereignty
How many amendments have been made to the Constitution since it was created?
27
The 5th, 6th, and 7th amendments lay out the rights for those who..
have been accused of crimes or are involved in legal disputes.
What background / jobs did the majority of the delegates have?
Political experience / lawyers
Name three examples of amendments to the Constitution:
Right to vote, Right to Bear Arms, Freedom of Speech, Slavery being illegal, Innocent Until Proven Guilty, etc.
How long is the term for the members in the Senate?
6 years
What are the five basic rights in the First Amendment?
Freedoms of...
Right to...
Freedoms of speech, religion, and the press, right to assembly and the right to petition the government.