5 freedoms listed in the 1st Amendment

Freedom of Religion, Freedom of Expression, Freedom of Assembly and Petition, Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Press

No quartering of soldiers in private homes

Right to privacy and protection against unreasonable search and seizure. Police need a search warrant, must show probable cause, and a judge issues the warrant.

Rights of the accused, including guaranteed due process, Miranda Rights, not testifying against oneself ("take the 5th"), and protection against double jeopardy.

Right to a fair trial, including a jury of peers, a speedy trial, robust defense (subpoenas), and the right to face your accuser.

Guarantees jury trial for civil complaints and involves money rather than jail.

Prohibits cruel and unusual punishment and excessive bail. Includes capital punishment/execution for murder.

Protects individual rights not specifically mentioned in the Constitution, such as personal choices like nap time, where you live, your job, and your school.

Any rights not given to the federal government are given to the states, including states' rights over marriage, driving, alcohol, and education.

Lawsuits of citizens between states are heard in state courts.

Allows the President to pick the Vice President instead of electing separately.

Abolishes slavery and all forms of involuntary work, except in the case of criminal behavior and imprisonment.

14th Amendment - Citizenship

Defines citizenship: Any person born or naturalized in the U.S. is a citizen.

14th Amendment - Rights

States cannot abridge any rights of citizens; all citizens are guaranteed full due process outlined in the Constitution.

14th Amendment - Equal Protection

Ensures equal protection of the laws for everyone.

Grants voting rights not based on race, color, or previous condition of servitude.

Income tax (graduated, unequal)

Direct election of Senators (instead of appointed)

Prohibition of Alcohol (sales, storage, shipping, manufacture)

Women’s right to Vote (1920, “women’s suffrage”)

Presidential term begins on Jan. 20 (before as late as March)

Repealed the 18th Amendment a. Fastest Amendment ratified b. Allowed states to make their own alcohol rules

Two term limit for the President a. Passed after FDR was elected 4 times

Gives the District of Columbia (Washington D.C.) an electoral vote for President

Abolition of Poll Taxes: You don't have to pay to vote. It was a Civil Rights Amendment in 1964 that removed legal obstacles to voting by African Americans.

Lowered the voting age to 18 across the U.S. Requirements: US citizen, registered to vote, no imprisonment/parole for a felony.

Presidential Succession: The Vice President who becomes President may appoint a new Vice President. The President may temporarily step down and then resume office in special circumstances.

Congress can only give themselves a raise for the next term, not the one they are currently serving in.

Three branches of government

Legislative, Executive, Judicial

Type of government in the US

Democracy - Democratic Republic

NRA: National Rifle Association, NEA: National Educators Association, AARP: American Association of Retired People

Process to pass an Amendment

The process typically involves proposal by Congress with a two-thirds majority vote in both the House of Representatives and the Senate or by a constitutional convention called for by two-thirds of State legislatures.

A system that ensures no one branch of government becomes too powerful by dividing responsibilities among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.

Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances

Constitution Amendments Flashcards: 44 Cards (8th Grade)

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Article of the Constitution that focuses on amendments

Back

Article 5 of the Constitution

2.

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Official change to the Constitution

Back

An amendment

3.

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Phrase meaning the US Constitution can be constantly changing and flexible to meet the needs of society

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Living Document

4.

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Name given to the first 10 amendments added to the Constitution in 1791

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The Bill of Rights

5.

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Total number of amendments in the Constitution

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There are 27 amendments.

6.

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Year when the first 10 amendments, known as the Bill of Rights, were passed

Back

In 1791

7.

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What is the focus of the first 10 amendments?

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Guaranteeing the rights of individuals

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