Immigration & Naturalization Civics Questions

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What is the supreme law of the land?

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The Constitution

Front

What phrase begins the Constitution and signifies the concept of popular sovereignty?

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We the people

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What is the purpose of an amendment?

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To modify existing laws

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What do we call the first ten amendments to the constitution?

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The Bill of Rights

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How many amendments does the Constitution have?

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27

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Which fundamental rights are highlighted in the Declaration of Independence?

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Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness

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What does the principle of "rule of law" imply?

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Everyone, including government officials, is subject to the law

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Which branch of government enforces the laws?

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The President/Executive Branch

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Who has the authority to interpret the constitutionality of laws?

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Supreme Court/Judicial Branch

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What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?

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Checks and Balances