Social Studies Chapter 11 - The Constitution

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Image of the American flag

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The image shows the American flag, symbolizing the topic of the U.S. Constitution in Social Studies Chapter 11.

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Senate

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The Senate is one of the two houses, or parts, of Congress. It has 100 members.

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Supreme Court

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The Supreme Court is the highest court in the United States. It decides whether laws agree with the Constitution.

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Before the American Revolution, Great Britain made laws for the 13 colonies.

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Great Britain governed the colonies.

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Americans help make laws today through voting and representation.

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Citizens elect representatives to create laws.

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The Constitution's role in American government.

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It outlines the process for choosing government officials.

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The document that states Americans should vote for their government officials.

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The Constitution

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Representation in the House of Representatives

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States with many people send many representatives; states with fewer people send fewer representatives.

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Congress is the branch with the power to write laws.

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Congress is the branch with the power to write laws.

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The three branches of government ensure a separation of powers.

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The three branches of government ensure a separation of powers.