Principles Of American Democracy Flashcards
What is the supreme law of the land?
The constitution
What does the constitution do?
Sets up, defines the government
Protects basic rights of Americans
What are the first three words of the constitution embodying the idea of self-government?
We the people
What’s an amendment?
A change or addition (to the constitution)
What are the first ten constitutional amendments called?
The Bill of Rights
What rights/freedoms does the first amendment include?
Speech Religion Assembly Press Petition the govt
How many amendments does the constitution have?
27
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
Announced/declared independence from Great Britain
What two rights are included in the Declaration of Independence?
Life, liberty, pursuit of happiness
What’s freedom of religion?
You can practice any religion, or not practice
What’s our economic system?
Capitalist/market economy
What’s the rule of law?
Everyone (including leaders, govt) must follow the law
No one is above the law
