Flashcard on the U.S. Constitution

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The first ten amendments of the Constitution are called the __________.

Back

Bill of Rights

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Under the system created by the Constitution, who is responsible for voting for president?

Back

Electors

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The authors of the Constitution wanted to create a society where people could enjoy the 'blessings of liberty,' meaning they could enjoy __________.

Back

The right to believe and act independently

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What makes the U.S. Constitution unique?

Back

It is the oldest written constitution in the world that is still being followed.

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What caused people in the newly formed United States of America to realize they needed a stronger central government?

Back

The Continental Congress could not do anything that the states were against.

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What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?

Back

To protect individual liberties and rights of citizens.

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What does the Constitution establish?

Back

The framework for the government of the United States.

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Who wrote the Constitution?

Back

The Founding Fathers, including James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and others.

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What is a constitutional amendment?

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A change or addition to the Constitution.

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How many amendments does the Constitution have?

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27 amendments.