Midterm

Front

Who was selected to write the Declaration of Independence?

Back

Thomas Jefferson

Front

What was the main purpose (goal) of the Declaration of Independence?

Back

To declare the separation of the 13 American colonies from England

Front

“unalienable rights” in the Declaration of Independence

Back

Rights that cannot be taken away

Front

What month, day, and year was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

Back

July 4, 1776

Front

What issue does the Three-Fifths Compromise in the U.S. Constitution address?

Back

How slaves would be counted for representation in Congress

Front

Why did the new government add the Bill of Rights to the Constitution?

Back

Many people believed it was needed to limit the power of the national government.

Front

The opening statement of the Constitution is called what?

Back

Preamble

Front

According to the US Constitution, what is the job of the Executive Branch?

Back

Carry out the law

Front

According to the US Constitution, what is the job of the Judicial Branch? (Federal Court System / US Supreme Court)

Back

Interpret the laws

Front

According to the US Constitution, what is the job of the Legislative Branch? (US Congress)

Back

Make laws