Where was the Constitutional Convention held?
Where was the Constitutional Convention held? Philadelphia, Pa
Which state did not send delegates to the Constitutional Convention?
Which state did not send delegates to the Constitutional Convention Which state did not send delegates to the Constitutional Convention? Rhode Island
Who was the President or presiding officer of the Constitutional Convention?
Who was the President or presiding officer of the Constitutional Convention? George Washington
What was the purpose of the Constitutional Convention?
What was the purpose of the Constitutional Convention What was the purpose of the Constitutional Convention? To revise the Articles of Confederation
What were supporters of the Constitution called?
What were supporters of the Constitution called? Federalists
Which group insisted on a Bill of Rights before they would ratify the Constitution?
Which group insisted on a Bill of Rights before they would ratify the Constitution? Antifederalists
What is the Bill of Rights?
What is the Bill of Rights first 10 amendments to the Constitution
Who was known as the father of the Constitution?
Who was known as the father of the Constitution? James Madison
Which amendment said the right to vote could not be denied based on race?
Which amendment said the right to vote could not be denied based on race? The 15th Amendment
The 18th Amendment is the Prohibition Amendment and ended the manufacture, sale and transport of alcohol. Which amendment repealed the 18th Amendment?
The 18th Amendment is the Prohibition Amendment and ended the manufacture, sale and transport of alcohol. Which amendment repealed the 18th Amendment? The 21st Amendment
Which amendment gave women the right to vote?
Which amendment gave women the right to vote? The 19th Amendment
Which article in the Constitution describes the qualifications for the Senate?
Which article in the Constitution describes the qualifications for the Senate? Article I (the legislative branch)
What is the opening paragraph of the U.S. Constitution called?
What is the opening paragraph of the U. S. Constitution called What is the opening paragraph of the U.S. Constitution called? The Preamble
What is the purpose of the Preamble?
What is the purpose of the Preamble What is the purpose of the Preamble? It states the purpose of the Constitution
What is the opening line to the Constitution of the United States?
What is the opening line to the Constitution of the United States What is the opening line to the Constitution of the United States? We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect Union…..
Which branch of government makes the law?
Which branch of government makes the law? The Legislative Branch
Which branch of government carries out the law?
Which branch of government carries out the law? The Executive Branch
Which branch of government interprets the law?
Which branch of government interprets the law? The Judicial Branch
Which amendments are considered the Reconstruction amendments?
Which amendments are considered the Reconstruction amendments Which amendments are considered the Reconstruction amendments? 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments
What do the 13th, 14th, 15th, and 19th amendments have in common?
What do the 13th, 14th, 15th, and 19th amendments have in common What do the 13th, 14th, 15th, and 19th amendments have in common? They all deal with minority rights
How does the Constitution define a federal government?
How does the Constitution define a federal government How does the Constitution define a federal government? Power divided between a federal and state governments
List the three branches of government?
List the three branches of government? Legislative, Executive, Judicial
The Constitution divides power between three branches, each with its own specific duty. What is this called?
The Constitution divides power between three branches, each with its own specific duty. What is this called? Separation of Powers
What is the purpose of checks and balances?
What is the purpose of checks and balances What is the purpose of checks and balances? To keep each branch from becoming too powerful
What is the maximum number of years a man can serve as President?
What is the maximum number of years a man can serve as President What is the maximum number of years a man can serve as President? 10 years
Which article in the Constitution gives Congress the power to pass legislation that is necessary and proper for carrying out its duties?
Which article in the Constitution gives Congress the power to pass legislation that is necessary and proper for carrying out its duties? Article I, Section 8, Clause 18
What names are used to describe Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18?
What names are used to describe Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18 What names are used to describe Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18? Elastic Clause, Necessary and Proper Clause, Implied Powers Clause
How many amendments are in the Constitution?
How many amendments are in the Constitution? 27 amendments