Flashcard on the Constitution

Front

What does Amendment 2 say?

Back

The right to bear arms

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What does Amendment 7 say?

Back

The right to a jury trial in civil cases

Front

What is the role of the Judicial branch in regards to laws?

Back

To interpret laws

Front

What did George Mason want in the Constitution before he would ratify it?

Back

A Bill of Rights

Front

What does the phrase "insure domestic Tranquility" from the Preamble mean?

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To provide peace within the country

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What is the purpose of the Preamble of the Constitution?

Back

To introduce the Constitution and state its goals

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What does the system of Checks and Balances mean?

Back

It allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other branches.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a part of the 1st Amendment? Freedom of speech, Freedom of religion, Freedom of the press

Back

Right to bear arms

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In the context of Federalism, which two groups share power?

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The federal government and state governments

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What is it called when a President rejects a law?

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Veto