Principles of American Democracy Flashcards
What is the supreme law of the land?
the constitution
What does the constitution do?
sets up and defines the government, and protects the rights of american citizens
The idea of self governing is in the first three words of the consitituoin - what are those words?
We the people
What is an amendment?
A change or addition to the constitution
What do we call the first ten amendments to the constitution?
Bill of Rights
What is ONE freedom from the first amendment?
Speech, religion, assembly, petition the government
How many amendments does the constitution have?
27
What did the declaration of independence do?
announced independence from great britain
What are two rights in the declaration of independence?
Life, liberty, pursuit of happiness
What is the freedom of religion?
You can practice any religion, or not practice a religion
What is the economic system of the US?
capitalist market economy
What is the rule of law?
Everyone must follow the law, no one is above the law
