Constitution Flashcards
Article 1
the powers, eligibility requirements, and limitations of the legislative branch
Article 2
the powers, eligibility requirements, and limitations of the executive branch
Article 3
the powers, eligibility requirements, and limitations of the Judicial branch
Article 4
the roles, rights, and privileges of the states and their citizens
Article 5
the amendment process
Article 6
maintenance of previous debts, supremacy of the constitution and oaths of office
Article 7
the ratification process
Articles of Confederation
the first written constitution in the colonies, ratified in 1781
Bill of Rights
the first 10 amendments to the constitution which protected legal rights and civil rights of individuals
US Constitution
document which lays the foundation for the US government and provides a blueprint of democracy for the rest of the world
10th Amendment
limits the power of the federal government
Commerce Clause
a key clause of the Constitution. regulates interstate commerce. This power has been used to justify the expansion of the legislature over nationwide issues since they could impact interstate commerce.
Preamble
an introductory statement in a document that explains the purpose and underlying philosophy
