Understanding the U.S. Constitution

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Why is James Madison known as the “Father of the Constitution”?

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He was well prepared to lead the discussion at the convention.

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The rule of law says that...

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...no one is above the law.

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How is the Constitution organized?

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into parts called articles

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Why does each state have two senators?

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to balance the rights of large and small states

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What name is given to the Supreme Court’s power to declare a law unconstitutional?

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judicial review

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Why are these two amendments included in the Bill of Rights?

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to keep a balance of power and rights

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Why did the delegates start the Preamble to the Constitution with the words “We, the people”?

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to state that government power comes from the people

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What is the primary work of The Legislative Branch?

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to make laws for the country

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All of these are duties of the executive branch except: negotiating treaties, carrying out the laws, making new taxes, nominating federal judges.

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making new taxes.

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The Second Amendment protects which right?

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the right to own guns