| A | B |
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| Preamble-3 reasons for writing the Constitution | To form a more perfect union; establish justice; ensure domestic tranquility |
| 3 more reasons for writing the Constitution | provide for the common defense; promote the general welfare;secure the blessings of liberty for prosperity |
| What is the supreme law of the land? | the U.S. Constitution |
| When did the Constitutional Convention start? | 1787 |
| What part of the Constitution gives us the framework of government? | The articles |
| What is the Bill of Rights? | The first 10 amendments to the Constitution |
| What is Limited Government? | Powers that are denied or restricted by the Constitution |
| What is Federalism? | share powers with the national and state governments--national power is stronger |
| What is Separation of Powers? | Division of government roles into 3 branches |
| What is Checks and Balances? | ability of one branch to check or control other branches |
| What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights? | Guarantee individual rights and freedoms |
| Why was an amending process included in the Constitution? | So it could change with the times |
| How is the Constitution amended? | 2/3 vote from Congress |
| What is Republicanism? | people choose representatives to represent them |
| What are the powers that the Constitution gives to the Executive Branch? | Carries out the laws with veto power;serves as Commander in Chief of the armed services;appoints judges, ambassadors and other officials;makes treaties |
| What are the powers the Constitution gives the the Judicial Branch? | Interprets laws and treaties;enforces laws |
| What are the powers the Constitution gives the Legislative Branch? | Makes laws to collect taxes,pay the debts, provide for the common defense and general welfare;regulate interstate and foreign commerce;declare war |
| 1607 | Jamestown |
| 1776 | Declaration of Independence |
| 1787 | Constitutional Convention |
| 1783 | Treaty of Paris--American Revolution ends |
