10 questions
What was the Articles of Confederation?
Our plan of government today
Our first plan of government that joined the states in a league of friendship
A strong national government with 3 branches
What is the US Constitution?
Our plan of government today
A federal system of government
A system of government that has 3 separate but equal branches
All of the above
What goal is not listed in the Preamble to the Constitution?
promote liberty
establish justice
provide free education
promote the general welfare
What are the Bill of Rights?
the first five amendments to the Constitution
the first ten amendments to the Constitution
money that people can use as they wish
Who was in support of a strong federal government?
judges
politicians
anti-federalists
federalists
What is NOT one of the branches of government?
legislative branch
judicial branch
olive branch
executive branch
Which word(s) does NOT belong with the legislative branch?
Congress
court
creates laws
Capital Building
Which word(s) does NOT belong with the executive branch?
Enforces laws
White House
House of Representatives
President
Which word(s) does NOT belong with the judicial branch?
Supreme Court
Senator
justices
interprets laws
The system that makes sure that no one branch of government becomes too powerful is called _______.
Balances and Checks
Fair System
No King System
Checks and Balances