WS Assignment #11 Flashcards
1
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What is the purpose of the U.S. Constitution?
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The Constitution created a national government divided power between the federal government and the states; and it protects various individual liberties of American citizens.
2
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When was the Constitution created?
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September 17, 1787, started in May.
3
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Why was the Constitution created?
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The reason why was because the Articles of Confederation weren’t sufficient.
4
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What are the seven principles of the Constitution?
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Popular sovereignty, republicanism, federalism, separation of powers, checks and balances, limited government, and individual rights are the seven principles.
5
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What are the five freedoms of the first amendment?
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Assemble, Religion, Press, Speech, and Petition the Government for the Redress of Grievances.
