Constitution Quick Guide

Front

What is the principle that states the government gets its power from the consent of the people?

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Popular sovereignty

Front

Which phrase begins the Preamble of the United States Constitution? Options: In the beginning, We the People, To whom it may concern, For the citizens

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We the People

Front

What is the role of the Judicial Branch?

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Interprets laws

Front

What is the supreme law of the land in the United States?

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Federal laws

Front

Which concept ensures that no one branch of government becomes too powerful?

Back

Separation of powers

Front

What does the 1st Amendment protect?

Back

Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly

Front

Which amendment gives the right to bear arms?

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2nd Amendment

Front

What does the 3rd Amendment prohibit?

Back

Quartering of soldiers in homes

Front

Which amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures?

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4th Amendment

Front

What does the 8th Amendment prohibit?

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Cruel and unusual punishment