U.S. Constitution Flashcard

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Who is known as the Father of the Constitution because of his role at the Constitutional Convention?

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James Madison

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Determine which part of the excerpt promotes freedom both now and for future citizens: Textbook 1, Textbook 2, Textbook 3, Textbook 4

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Textbook 4

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Which part of the Preamble means to keep peace within the country? Options: "establish justice", "insure domestic tranquility", "provide for the common defense", "to form a more perfect union"

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"insure domestic tranquility"

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Which amendment gives you the right to keep weapons or arms? Options: 1st Amendment, 2nd Amendment, 3rd Amendment, 4th Amendment

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2nd Amendment

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What are the first 10 Amendments called?

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Bill of Rights

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Freedom of speech, press, religion, assembly, and petition. Which amendment is this?

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1st

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What does the Legislative Branch do?

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makes laws

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The 8th Amendment prevents cruel and unusual punishments.

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True

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What does the 5th Amendment include to ensure that your rights are not violated? Options: Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Religion, Due process, Double jeopardy

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Due process

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Which branch of government interprets the law?

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Judicial