Ch4.1 Our Constitutional Republic

Front

People need ___ to make laws that keep order and help communities run smoothly.

Back

governments

Front

The government of the United States is run by its ___.

Back

citizens

Front

Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

Back

Thomas Jefferson

Front

Jefferson wrote that a government must ____.

Back

protect a citizen's rights

Front

After the war, what did the people argue over?

Back

money and land

Front

Before the Constitution could become law, ____ of the ___ states had to sign it.

Back

9 of the 13

Front

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

Back

The Constitution

Front

Who is known as the 'Father of the Constitution'?

Back

James Madison

Front

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

Back

Legislative

Front

Which document outlines the fundamental principles and framework of the United States government?

Back

The Constitution