QUiz Flashcards
Name the three branches of the U.S. government as outlined in the Constitution.
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
Why is there a system of checks and balances between the three branches of government?
To prevent a branch from being too powerful
What is federalism?
System where power is shared between national and state governments
The U.S. Constitution can be changed through which process?
Amendments
What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution known as?
Bill of Rights
What rights do the 1st amendment protect?
[Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, petition]
What is libel?
False written statements that harm someone’s reputation
What does the 10th amendment to the Constitution say about the powers of the Federal government vs. the powers of state governments?
States get powers not given to the federal government.
List some examples of shared powers between Federal and state governments. (CONNECT 8)
taxes, laws, education.
Which amendment guarantees all persons equal protection under the law?
14th Amendment
True or false: Your rights are absolute and have no limits.
False
List some responsibilities of living in a republic/democracy.
- Voting
- Obeying laws
- Paying taxes
- Serving on juries
What is an implied responsibility of civic action?
Voting
What are the necessary qualifications for voting?
- U.S. citizen
- 18+ years of age
- Registered
What are primary elections?
Choose party nominees
