| A | B |
| Bill of Rights | A list of citizen’s rights. |
| Amendment Process | The way in which changes are added to the Constitution. |
| Convention | Or assembly, may propose amendments. |
| Separation of Church and State | The situation in which the government may not favor any religion or establish any official religion. |
| Eminent Domain | The power to take private property for public use. |
| Due Process of Law | A process by which the government must treat accused persons fairly according to rules established by law. |
| Double Jeopardy | Being placed on trial twice for the same crime. |
| Freedom of the Press | The right to publish newspapers, magazines, and other materials without governmental restriction. |
| Freedom of Speech | The right to express one’s opinions publicly. |
| Case Studies | Descriptions of situations or conflicts, the issues involved, and the decisions made. |