Understanding Laws

Front

What is a law?

Back

A rule made by the government

Front

What is the definition of security?

Back

Being free from danger or threat

Front

What are values?

Back

Ideas and principles you believe are important

Front

What are beliefs?

Back

Things you think are true or right

Front

What is the definition of ethics?

Back

Rules about what is right and wrong behavior

Front

What is the main set of rules that explains how our government works and what rights the people have?

Back

Constitution

Front

What are the first 10 changes to the Constitution called?

Back

Bill of Rights

Front

What is the primary purpose of the Bill of Rights?

Back

To protect people's freedoms and rights

Front

What is an amendment?

Back

A change or addition to the Constitution

Front

What is the definition of a civilian?

Back

A person not in the armed services or the police force