Key Concepts of the Constitution

The principle that the law applies to everyone, equally.

• Judicial Review

• Civic responsibility

• Rule of Law

• Popular Sovereignity

The power of the courts to decide whether actions are lawful.

• Judicial Review

• Popular sovereignty

• Civic Resposibility

• Rule of law

The idea that the power of government comes from the consent of the people.

• Judicial Review

• Popular Sovereignty

• Civic Responsibility

• Constitutional Republic

A form of government in which representatives get their authority from the people, serve for an established amount of time, and swear to uphold the nation's laws.

• Popular Sovereignty

• Civic Responsibility

• Rule of Law

• Constitutional Republic

The duties related to being a citizen.

• Civic Responsibility

• Rule of Law

• Judicial Review

• Constitutional Republic

Which phrase of the Constitution protects or freedoms?

• Secure Liberty

• Establish justice

• A more perfect Union

• Promote the general welfare

Which phrase of the Constitution makes sure we have a safe and peaceful homeland?

• A more perfect union

• Provide for the common defense

• Promote the general welfare

• Ensure domestic tranquility

Which phrase of the Constitution gives equality of the law to everyone?

• A more perfect union

• Establish justice

• Secure libery

• Provide for the common defense.

Which branch of military protects the nation on land? (more than one answer)

• Air Force

• Marines

• Army

• Navy

• Coast Guard

Which branch of military protects the nation on the sea? (more than one answer)

• Air Force

• Marines

• Army

• Navy

• Coast Guard