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_________ said, “Give me liberty or give me death!”
This is a famous Patrick Henry quote
According to Thomas Jefferson, the right to rules came from…
The people always had the right to rule
According the the founders, what were a person’s natural rights?
The rights you are born with
Which country became an ally of the colonies during the Revolutionary war?
The French became allies
Who said, “If men were angels, no government would be necessary”?
James Madison said this famous quote
Who is the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence
Who is considered to be the “Father of the Constitution”?
James Madison is known for being the “Father of the Constitution”
The Constitution was originally meant to keep power out of the hands of….
A few people or a single social class
According to the framers, the basic purpose of the government was to…
Protect a person’s rights
According to the framers, the power to rule always comes from…
The people always had the power to rules according to the framers
The best form of government to protect liberty and equality was…
A republic form of government
What is a government where people elect REPRESENTATIVES to vote for them?
Republic
Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson wrote it
How many senators per state are in Washington D.C.?
2 senators
What did the founders think were natural rights?
Rights people were born with
Federalists believe in…
The power of the central government
Who said, “Give me liberty or give me death!”
Patrick Henry said this
What is the total number of senators in Congress?
100 senators
The power to create rules according to Thomas Jefferson comes from the...
People
Anti-federalists believed more in the power of the...
State
Who said “If men were angels, no government would be necessary”?
James Madison said this
Who was the “Father of the Constitution”?
James Madison was the “Father of the Constitution.”
According to the framers of the Constitution, the purpose of the government was to…
Protect the rights of the people
According to the framers of the Constitution, the power to create rules should always come from the…
People
The POTUS is part of which part of the government?
The executive branch of government
The Congress is part of which branch of government?
The legislative branch of government
Supreme Court is part of which branch of government?
The judicial branch of government
We have the preamble memorized for the quiz today.
Yes, we have the preamble memorized.
What would you do if there was a school bus with flashing red lights in front of your car?
You must stop your vehicle and wait until the lights stop flashing and the bus begins to move again.
What is guaranteed in the bill of rights?
Freedom of Assembly
What is not protected in the bill of rights?
Freedom of Happiness
Is an offensive shirt always protected “speech”?
Not necessarily; it depends on context and whether it incites violence or creates a substantial disruption.
What is the first part of the Constitution called?
The Preamble, which outlines the purposes and guiding principles of the Constitution.
How many main parts does the Constitution have?
There are 3 main parts of the Constitution
What is veto power an example of?
A system of checks and balances in government.
Who has the power to print money in the government?
Only the national government has the power to do this.
Which amendment gave women the right to vote?
The 19th Amendment, ratified in 1920, granted women the right to vote in the United States.
What is one thing the president must do every year?
They must hold a state of union speech.This speech outlines the current condition of the country and the president's legislative agenda.
Which article states that executive power is vested in the President?
Article II of the Constitution states that executive power is vested in the President.
What are the changes to the Constitution called?
Amendments to the Constitution
How many changes have there been to the Constitution?
There have been 27 amendments to the Constitution.
Who is the father of the Constitution?
James Madison, a key figure in drafting and promoting the Constitution, is often referred to as the "Father of the Constitution."
What does Article 3 of the Constitution concern?
The judicial branch of government, including the Supreme Court.
What is said in Article 1 of the Constitution?
Article 1 establishes the legislative branch, outlining the powers and responsibilities of Congress, which consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Which amendment granted equal rights to all people?
The 14th Amendment, ratified in 1868, guarantees equal protection under the law and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or previous condition of servitude.
What are the first 10 amendments called?
The Bill of Rights
Which amendment caused the end of slavery?
The 13th Amendment, ratified in 1865, abolished slavery and involuntary servitude in the United States.
Which amendment established equal protection for all?
The 14th amendment
What did landmark cases do?
Landmark cases created precedents for future similar cases.
If a police officer doesn’t read your rights, can your confession in their presence be used in court?
No, your confession can not be used in court.
Can you record in a classroom without the consent of a teacher?
No, you are not allowed to record in a classroom without permission.
In 1896, the supreme court ruled that racial slavery was allowed in the Plessy v. Ferguson case.
True, racial slavery was permitted because of the case.
Separating black and white children in schools was considered “unconstitutional”.
True, segregation in schools was thought to be “unconstitutional”.
The Constitution limits how much and when the government can pay officials.
True, they can’t just pay the officials infinite money.
Burning the American flag is protected speech.
True, you are allowed to burn an American flag.
The Constitution contains the only rights and rules you have.
False, the Constitution does not include everything you need to know.
Do state laws supercede federal laws?
No, federal laws are always superior to state laws.
What are the first 10 amendments called?
The Bill of Rights
Can the president make new laws that congress can vote on?
No, the president does not have that power.
If you have the “f-word” on your shirt while sitting on a public bench, is it considered free speech?
Yes, that is protected speech because you are not required to be near that bench and read the shirt.
Did the Plessy v. Ferguson case make separate facilities for blacks and whites?
Yes, this did separate black and white people.
What did the Brown v. Board of Education do?
Ended school segregation
Can you protest anywhere, anytime?
No, it depends on the situation.
In order to become president, do you have to be born in the United States?
Yes, you must be born in the United States.
In order to become president, do you have to be at least 35 years old?
Yes, you have to be at least 35 years old.
Can a police officer stop you and do a body search if they suspect you are a drug dealer?
No, the police officer does not have probable cause to search you.
Which amendment grants freedom of press?
1st amendment
In the Dred Scott case, did it declare all African Americans equal?
No, African Americans were still racially discriminated.
In 1896, which case made segregation legal?
Plessy v. Ferguson
When did segregation in schools become “unconstitutional”?
1954
Does a criminal have a right to an attorney even if they can’t afford one?
Yes, you do have a right to an attorney no matter your wealth.
Can somebody create a petition to the supreme court to impeach a member of congress?
No, petitions like that are not allowed.
Is hate speech on a shirt in school protected?
No, it is not protected because school is required for all children.
According to the Constitution, is the government allowed to force citizens to house soldiers in their own home?
No, the government cannot force this on people.
Does the Constitution include all the rules you must follow and the rights you have?
No, there are other rules you must follow.
Is it true that no person can be offended by speech?
No, the Constitution does not explicitly state that people are not allowed to be offended by speech.
Which amendment allows you to refuse to testify against yourself?
5th amendment
Your right to your religion is protected by…
1st amendment
Your right to print ideas online is protected by…
1st amendment
Which amendment made alcohol illegal?
18th amendment
Which amendment gave women the right to vote?
19th amendment
What is the Bill or Rights?
The first 10 amendments
What does the legislative branch do?
They make the laws
What would happen to a law if the supreme court ruled it unconstitutional?
The law would be dead
Who has the power to forbid the passage of a law?
The President has the power to forbid that
Who is POTUS?
President of the United States
Who is SOTUS?
Senate of the United States
Which branch of government resides at this building?
Legislative
Which branch of government resides at this building?
Judicial
Which branch of government resides in this building?
Executive
Who who is FLOTUS?
First Lady of the United States
Who can serve a maximum of two, 4-year terms?
The President can serve that many terms
Extra: If both the Vice President and the President die, how many years can the vice president serve after taking over the President’s position?
10 years of being president
Laws that are not granted nor forbidden by the court are given to…
The State receives them
The Constitution forbids Congress to set up a new…
Religion
In order to be president, you must be at least 35 years old and…
You must be born in the U.S.
What is the annual official counting of the people of the U.S.. called?
It is called the census
The Constitution forbids states to…
Coin money
What is the typical number of supreme court justices?
9 supreme court justices
Who appoints the positions on the supreme court?
The president appoints the members
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