bill of rights Crossword Puzzles
Civics Crossword 2022-10-17
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- Written by King James I of England, the rights of Englishmen to the colonists, provided a government for the Virginia Colony.
- Form a more Perfect Union, Establish Justice, Insure Domestic Tranquility, Provide for a Common Defense, Promote General Welfare, Secure Blessings of Liberty
- The first ten amendments to the Constitution
- Government is not all powerful and may only do what the people give it power to do.
- Everyone including government officials must follow the law.
- Article of the Constitution that defines the Legislative Branch, it's powers, members, and workings.
- Citizens give authority to the government in exchange for the protection of their rights.
- introduction to the Constitution
- Establishes the structure of US government, guarantees equality under the law with majority rule and rights of the minority protected, affirms individual worth and dignity of all people, protects the fundamental freedoms of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.
- In this system of government, people elect public officeholders to make laws and conduct government on their behalf.
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- Written by Continental Congress, states would hold power, created a weak central government led to the constitution of the United States.
- Written by Thomas Jefferson, life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, unalienable rights, declared the colonies Independent.
- Written by George Mason, rights later contained in the Bill of Rights, was the model for the Bill of Rights.
- Article of the Constitution that sets up the Judicial Branch and defines treason.
- In this system of government, the people rule.
- Article of the Constitution that defines the Executive Branch, it's powers, duties, and means of removal.
- Written by King John of England, established the rule of law, gave Englishmen, and eventually Americans, basic rights and freedoms.
17 Clues: introduction to the Constitution • The first ten amendments to the Constitution • In this system of government, the people rule. • Everyone including government officials must follow the law. • Article of the Constitution that sets up the Judicial Branch and defines treason. • Government is not all powerful and may only do what the people give it power to do. • ...
Government final exam 2021-01-14
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- believes in liberal government
- President the 2nd most powerful person in government
- elected president takes Oath
- of Rights the first 10 amendments of the Constitution
- Rule by people
- Rights equal protection in the law
- rules for citizens and government to abide by
- a chamber of government but limited in its power
- presidential power to excuse crimes
- the most powerful seat in government
- review power to declare presidential actions unconstitutional
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- attempts to persuade government
- the power in a country
- gathering of political leaders to make decisions
- of Independence written by Thomas Jefferson
- presidential power to stop a bill
- ballot mail sent in ballot
- casting of votes by citizens
- Amendment passed on 1920
- College The certification of the votes
- political unit with power over limited area of land
- rights right of equality under law
- the ability to charge government with crimes
- a chamber of government both State and National
- when government changes the constitution
- the Supreme Court actions to uphold lower rulings
- documents explaining the courts decisions
- believes in a conservatives party
- debt money the government owes
29 Clues: Rule by people • the power in a country • Amendment passed on 1920 • ballot mail sent in ballot • casting of votes by citizens • elected president takes Oath • believes in liberal government • debt money the government owes • attempts to persuade government • presidential power to stop a bill • believes in a conservatives party • rights right of equality under law • ...
IL Constitution Extra Credit 2025-04-15
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- The current Lt. Governor
- Illinois Speaker of the House
- Current Secretary of State
- Illinois has had 4 of these
- Your student teacher
- The Bill of Rights has 24 __________
- Legislative, Executive, and ____________
- How many different days bills are read
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- When a bill is rejected by the Governor
- Current Treasurer
- Current Comptroller (Gave Addi cheesecake)
- District 107s rep
- The state bird
- The state mineral
- Elections in Illinois are ¨Free and ________¨
- The first capital of Illinois
- The state we live in
- Current Attorney General
- Centralia´s State Senator
- District 108s rep
20 Clues: The state bird • Current Treasurer • District 107s rep • The state mineral • District 108s rep • The state we live in • Your student teacher • The current Lt. Governor • Current Attorney General • Centralia´s State Senator • Current Secretary of State • Illinois has had 4 of these • Illinois Speaker of the House • The first capital of Illinois • The Bill of Rights has 24 __________ • ...
American History Topic 16 2024-04-08
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- assassin of JFK
- Catholic president who inspired a nation
- Civil rights leader and dreamer
- insurance for old people
- highest court in the land
- freedoms granted by the Bill of Rights
- name of a commission that investigated racial violence
- US foe during the moon race
- segregation by custom
- a tax on voting
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- economic and political power of African Americans
- protest to test interstate travel and segregation
- Civil rights leader who met force with force
- Kennedy's plan for the country
- Johnson's vision for the country
- insurance for poor people
- segregation by law
- Competition to the moon
- segregation since Reconstruction
- protest where people sit and refuse to move
20 Clues: assassin of JFK • a tax on voting • segregation by law • segregation by custom • Competition to the moon • insurance for old people • insurance for poor people • highest court in the land • US foe during the moon race • Kennedy's plan for the country • Civil rights leader and dreamer • Johnson's vision for the country • segregation since Reconstruction • ...
Constitution 2013-10-27
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- favored a strong central government; upper class
- first 10 amendments
- to approve
- written to persuade New York to ratify the Constitution (essays)
- "people rule"
- a formally written request usually signed by many people on something that is not agreed on
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- wanted a bill of rights added to Constitution; favored weak central government
- the rights and privileges of a person accused of a crime, guaranteeing him a fair trial
- the right of carry firearms; the 2nd amendment
- powers given to the state
- 1st amendment in the United States Constitution
- changes to a document in the Constitution; the Bill of Rights are the first 10...
- permission for something to occur
13 Clues: to approve • "people rule" • first 10 amendments • powers given to the state • permission for something to occur • the right of carry firearms; the 2nd amendment • 1st amendment in the United States Constitution • favored a strong central government; upper class • written to persuade New York to ratify the Constitution (essays) • ...
Constitutional 2023-05-08
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- wanted the constitution but no bill of rights
- where the constitutional convention happened
- first form of american government
- wanted a bill of rights
- fixed the issues for small and large colonies
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- urged people to ratify constitution
- first ten amendments
- first part of the constitution
- a change made to the constitution
- fourth U.S. president
10 Clues: first ten amendments • fourth U.S. president • wanted a bill of rights • first part of the constitution • first form of american government • a change made to the constitution • urged people to ratify constitution • where the constitutional convention happened • wanted the constitution but no bill of rights • fixed the issues for small and large colonies
Module 2 - Bill of Rights 2023-10-13
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- amendment _________: citizens have additional rights
- amendment 4 says no unreasonable _________ or seizures
- amendment ________: right to trial by jury
- the Bill of Rights comes after this document
- amendment 3 says that troops may not be housed or ____________ in homes
- amendment 6 gives us the right to a __________ and fair trial
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- amendment _________: you are innocent until proven guilty
- the Bill of _________, the first ten amendments
- amendment __________: government can only do what is stated in the Constitution
- amendment 1 gives the freedom of __________, speech, press, and assembly
- amendment 8 says no _________ bail or fines
- amendment 2 gives us the right to bear _______
12 Clues: amendment ________: right to trial by jury • amendment 8 says no _________ bail or fines • the Bill of Rights comes after this document • amendment 2 gives us the right to bear _______ • the Bill of _________, the first ten amendments • amendment _________: citizens have additional rights • amendment 4 says no unreasonable _________ or seizures • ...
12. The Bill Of Rights 2026-02-25
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- A system that makes sure no one branch of government becomes too powerful.
- The first ten amendments to the Constitution that protect people’s basic freedoms, like speech and religion.
- The highest court in the U.S. that decides whether laws follow the Constitution.
- The power of the Supreme Court to strike down laws that break the Constitution.
- A leader who helped write the Constitution and proposed the amendments that became the Bill of Rights.
- People who supported the Constitution and thought a Bill of Rights wasn’t necessary.
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- The document that said the American colonies were free from Britain and described important rights like life and liberty.
- People who wanted a Bill of Rights added to protect citizens from government power.
- The main set of rules that explains how the U.S. government works.
- Being able to act, speak, or think the way you want within the law.
- Changes or additions to the Constitution.
- The right to make choices about your life without unfair control.
12 Clues: Changes or additions to the Constitution. • Being able to act, speak, or think the way you want within the law. • The right to make choices about your life without unfair control. • The main set of rules that explains how the U.S. government works. • ...
Final Exam Crossword Creation 2021-01-14
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- Legislative body with two branches.
- Talking to avoid a vote on a bill.
- Tax writing group, House of Reps.
- Process of debating/amending/rewriting.
- Someone currently holds an office.
- Box bills are kept in.
- Where a large majority vote is guaranteed.
- Can debate/amend (not pass) bills.
- Taking a vote to end a debate.
- No member objects to proposal, passes.
- # of members depends on state population.
- Civil/legal rights, includes right to vote.
- Every decade, counts population.
- Timed debate, no amendments from Floor.
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- Sets rules for bill debates.
- Roll call for minimum required members.
- Members focus on specific issues.
- Temporary (House + Senate debate).
- Gave people the right to vote Senators in.
- Win in a close election guaranteed here.
- First step (bill through legislature).
- Senator told when bill they don't like is on floor.
- Only some Floor amendments allowed.
- Used when committee has bill 30 days.
- Group of citizens who elect an official.
- 1/3 of this house's terms expire every two years.
- Amendments allowed on Floor.
27 Clues: Box bills are kept in. • Sets rules for bill debates. • Amendments allowed on Floor. • Taking a vote to end a debate. • Every decade, counts population. • Members focus on specific issues. • Tax writing group, House of Reps. • Temporary (House + Senate debate). • Talking to avoid a vote on a bill. • Someone currently holds an office. • Can debate/amend (not pass) bills. • ...
Constitutional Era 2023-05-10
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- 10 Amendments that are a part of the Constitution
- Where the DOI + Constitution was made
- The original failed Constitution
- The introduction in the DOI
- A political group that supported the Bill of Rights ratification
- Plan combining NJ + VA plans for Congress
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- A series of essays written that supported the Federalist cause
- The group who wanted ratification of the Constitution
- Father of the constitution
- American rights that are listed in the Bill of Rights
10 Clues: Father of the constitution • The introduction in the DOI • The original failed Constitution • Where the DOI + Constitution was made • Plan combining NJ + VA plans for Congress • 10 Amendments that are a part of the Constitution • The group who wanted ratification of the Constitution • American rights that are listed in the Bill of Rights • ...
Freedom Week 2025-08-19
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- to change or revise
- this value means people participate in the democratic process by voting or protesting
- this value means limited government
- outside the United States
- democratic process where citizens can propose or initiate a bill
- created to make sure NO branch has ALL the POWER
- this principle separates the federal government and state government
- this value means self-worth can achieve success up in society
- democratic process where citizens vote on a bill
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- declares independence from England
- the branch of the president
- this value means freedom
- first ten amendments & people's rights
- the branch of Supreme Court Justices
- the branch of Congress
- this amendment protects anyone arrested like right to remain silent
- rights that CAN NOT be taken away
- inside the United States
- this amendment requires a warrant no unreasonable searches
19 Clues: to change or revise • the branch of Congress • this value means freedom • inside the United States • outside the United States • the branch of the president • rights that CAN NOT be taken away • declares independence from England • this value means limited government • the branch of Supreme Court Justices • first ten amendments & people's rights • ...
American Government 2023-10-10
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- small states plan single representation
- Unitary,Federal,confederate
- Process of controlling power
- Strong national government
- A body of people living in a defined territory who have a government with the power to make and enforce law without the consent of any higher authority
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- A bill to protect our natural born rights
- Carries out the laws
- Autocracy,Oligarchy and democracy
- Against more government control
- supporter of more government control
- Makes laws
- Interprets the law
- A week constitution during revolutionary war
13 Clues: Makes laws • Interprets the law • Carries out the laws • Strong national government • Unitary,Federal,confederate • Process of controlling power • Against more government control • Autocracy,Oligarchy and democracy • supporter of more government control • small states plan single representation • A bill to protect our natural born rights • ...
Bundle 5 Review 2023-03-10
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- Which amendment allows people to speak, write or publish their opinions?
- The city ________________ decides on city laws.
- Executive, Judicial, and Legislative are ______________ of government.
- __________ sovereignty is the principle that the power is with the people.
- People have a right to protection against __________________ searches.
- _______________ of powers describes how the government branches are divided.
- Law enforcement must have a reasonable suspicion to obtain a search ______________.
- A civic responsibility NOT required by law.
- Powers not granted to the national government are to be exercised by the state governments.
- The Anti-federalists wanted the Bill of Rights to protect individual ___________.
- _______________ participation is essential to a democratic government.
- The County ____________ is an example of the judicial branch of the county government.
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- This principle establishes that powers not granted to the state government may not be used by the state government.
- This freedom is protected by the First Amendment.
- This is the head of the executive brand of the Texas government.
- Freedom of the _______ is to write or publish opinions on any subject.
- Texas citizens directly participate in the criminal justice system by serving on this.
- Checks and Balance power where the governor does not sign a bill into law.
- Freedom of Speech is important so citizens can make _____________ decisions.
- To help the government control itself, the Constitution created a _________________ of Checks and Balances.
- The school board of a school district must approve this annually (every year).
- The most important source of revenue for state and county governments.
- ___________ and Balances
- Barbara Jordan served as a _____________ Representative.
- Both the Texas Bill of Rights and the Bill of Rights in the U.S. Constitution _____________ individual freedoms.
- ___________ responsibilities are an important aspect of citizenship.
- A type of tax collected by local governments on the value of a person's home.
27 Clues: ___________ and Balances • A civic responsibility NOT required by law. • The city ________________ decides on city laws. • This freedom is protected by the First Amendment. • Barbara Jordan served as a _____________ Representative. • This is the head of the executive brand of the Texas government. • ...
Bill Of Rights Crossword Puzzle. 2024-05-15
15 Clues: Court • Executives • 4th amendment • 5th amendment • 2nd amendment • 1st amendment • has amendments • president in 1789 • President in 1809 • everything is fair • able to do anything • Where presidents live • things that give you meaning • It is with the bill of rights • 50 stars and 13 stripes on the flag
amendments 2023-09-29
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- Papers/A collection of articles and essays promoting the ratification of the United States Constitution
- Constitution/A document that embodies the fundamental laws and principles by which the United States is governed.
- of Confederation/The original constitution of the US, ratified in 1781
- Amendment: Right to be free from discrimination in states to have due process of law, to have equal protection of the law
- Carta/A document constituting a fundamental guarantee of rights and privileges.
- of Versailles/It ended the state of war between Germany and the Allied Powers
- of Rights/The first ten amendments to the US Constitution, ratified in 1791
- Amendment/Abolition of poll taxes
- Amendment/Black Suffrage
- Amendment/Election of National Senators
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- of Independence/The fundamental document establishing the United States as a nation, adopted on July 4, 1776.
- Points/Statement given on January 8, 1918 by United States President Woodrow Wilson
- Doctrine/United States would provide political, military and economic assistance to all democratic nations under threat from authoritarian forces.
- Bill of Rights/An Act Declaring the Rights and Liberties of the Subject and Settling the Succession of the Crown.
- Amendment/Abolition of slavery Outlawed
- Amendment/18 year olds given the right to vote
- Amendment/Individual Income Tax
- Amendment/Women's Suffrage
18 Clues: Amendment/Black Suffrage • Amendment/Women's Suffrage • Amendment/Individual Income Tax • Amendment/Abolition of poll taxes • Amendment/Abolition of slavery Outlawed • Amendment/Election of National Senators • Amendment/18 year olds given the right to vote • of Confederation/The original constitution of the US, ratified in 1781 • ...
Constitution 2025-12-13
Citizenship Crossword 2022-05-25
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- Highest court in the land
- _____ rights movement
- First Amendment: Freedom of Press, Speech, Religion, Assembly, and _______
- Don't have to provide shelter for soliders during times of peace
- No unjust searches or seziures
- We The ______
- Right to bear arms
- Rights of the Accused
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- The President's branch of government
- Case that solidified the right to abortion in the United States
- Right to a jury
- No cruel or unusal punishment
- Something needed for police to search your house
- "I plead the _____."
- Our system of government
- Bill of ______
- Something people come to the USA to seek
17 Clues: We The ______ • Bill of ______ • Right to a jury • Right to bear arms • "I plead the _____." • _____ rights movement • Rights of the Accused • Our system of government • Highest court in the land • No cruel or unusal punishment • No unjust searches or seziures • The President's branch of government • Something people come to the USA to seek • ...
Constitution 2024-12-13
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- Rules for a governed society
- Ability to enforce laws
- List of basic rights
- Separate political entity
- Fair treatment for all
- Place for legal decisions
- Introduction to the Constitution
- Way to select leaders
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- Citizens of the nation
- Changes made to the law
- Head of government
- System of shared government
- Member of a country
- Coming together as one
- Freedom
- What citizens are entitled to
16 Clues: Freedom • Head of government • Member of a country • List of basic rights • Way to select leaders • Citizens of the nation • Fair treatment for all • Coming together as one • Changes made to the law • Ability to enforce laws • Separate political entity • Place for legal decisions • System of shared government • Rules for a governed society • What citizens are entitled to • ...
Citizen Participation & the Political Process 2025-06-03
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- Protection|14th Amendment principle that laws must apply fairly to all people.
- to buy or use products to protest policies.
- Election|An election where final officeholders are chosen.
- of district lines based on population changes.
- outlets that inform citizens and influence public opinion.
- Officials|People chosen by voters to represent them in government.
- Process|Legal procedures government must follow to protect rights.
- Opinion|The views held by the public that influence political decisions.
- person running for political office.
- Rights|Legal protections against discrimination and unequal treatment.
- Amendment|Protects against self-incrimination, double jeopardy, and guarantees due process.
- Group|Organizations that try to influence public policy and legislation.
- represented by elected officials.
- Due Process|Protects fundamental rights from government interference.
- Disobedience|Peacefully breaking laws to protest injustice.
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- Election|An election where voters choose party nominees for general elections.
- to influence lawmakers' decisions.
- characteristics of populations used in politics.
- voting district boundaries to favor one party.
- of congressional seats after the census.
- direct vote by the people on a proposed law or policy.
- Action Committee|Group that raises and spends money to influence elections.
- Parties|Organizations that seek to gain political power through elections.
- Due Process|Focuses on fair procedures in government actions.
- of Rights|The first ten amendments that protect individual freedoms.
- Doctrine|Legal concept applying Bill of Rights protections to states.
- Amendment|Provides citizenship and guarantees equal protection under the law.
27 Clues: represented by elected officials. • to influence lawmakers' decisions. • person running for political office. • of congressional seats after the census. • to buy or use products to protest policies. • voting district boundaries to favor one party. • of district lines based on population changes. • characteristics of populations used in politics. • ...
Principles of Government & Bill of Rights 2025-10-21
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- amendment that guarantees freedoms of religion, assembly, petition, press, and speech
- amendment that guarantees the right to a fair and speedy trial
- amendment that provides the right to due process and protects against self-incrimination
- amendment that guarantees the right to a jury trial in civil cases
- amendment that prohibits the quartering of soldiers in private homes without the owner’s permission
- a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and smaller political units, like states
- a political ideology that emphasizes the role of citizens in electing their representatives
- amendment that reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states and the people
- amendment that recognizes that the enumeration of certain rights in the Constitution does not mean that other rights not explicitly listed are denied to the people
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- amendment that prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishment
- the division of government responsibilities into distinct branches to limit any one branch from having too much influence
- a governing body whose power exists only within predefined limits
- the principle that the authority of the government is created and sustained by the consent of its people
- a system that ensures that no one branch of government becomes too powerful by allowing each branch to limit the powers of the others
- amendment that protects against unreasonable searches and seizures
- amendment that protects the right of the people to keep and bear arms
- the liberties and privileges that belong to each individual, protected from government interference
17 Clues: amendment that guarantees the right to a fair and speedy trial • a governing body whose power exists only within predefined limits • amendment that guarantees the right to a jury trial in civil cases • amendment that protects against unreasonable searches and seizures • amendment that protects the right of the people to keep and bear arms • ...
Vocabulary crossword 2024-11-01
Cold War Crossword 2024-04-30
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- linked soviet union to 7 countries
- Pilot of a U-2 spy plane
- communities surrounding cities
- president supporting civil rights
- stated that US would protect middle east
- president and commander of D-Day
- __ bill of rights
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- Soviet union catches U-2 spy plane
- extension of the new deal
- vice president that was very anti-communist
- nuclear weapon involving hydrogen
- democrats opposing civil rights
- to be on the edge of war
- peaceful communist leader
- US spy agency
15 Clues: US spy agency • __ bill of rights • to be on the edge of war • Pilot of a U-2 spy plane • extension of the new deal • peaceful communist leader • communities surrounding cities • democrats opposing civil rights • president and commander of D-Day • nuclear weapon involving hydrogen • president supporting civil rights • Soviet union catches U-2 spy plane • ...
Cycle 3 Review 2021-03-22
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- the level of government that deals with driver's licenses
- one of the biggest factors when evaluating candidates, do they have political _________________
- ways that the governments controls the rights listed in the bill of rights
- the amendment that gives powers not stated in the US Constitution to the States
- powers that are given to the Federal government by the Constitution, other name for delegated
- way the government protects the rights in the first ten amendments
- The introduction to both the US and Fl Constitution
- the political party that wants little government control and low taxes
- the political party that wants tons of government involvement and high taxes on the rich
- powers that are shared between levels of government
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- a qualification to be president, stating where you have to be born
- the statement that states the US Constitution has the ultimate power in the US
- the idea that powers are shared between levels of government
- the system on government that is outlined in both the US and FL constitution
- the level of government that deals with vote registration
- the first 10 amendments of the US Constitution
- where you can find the your main freedoms in the bill of rights
- a power that is shared between the Federal and State government
- the amendment that granted women the right to vote
- the amendment that granted equal protection for all US citizens
20 Clues: the first 10 amendments of the US Constitution • the amendment that granted women the right to vote • The introduction to both the US and Fl Constitution • powers that are shared between levels of government • the level of government that deals with driver's licenses • the level of government that deals with vote registration • ...
Bill of Rights - Laynie Morgan 2017-10-17
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- allows you to be silent if your testimony is incriminating you
- the author of the Bill of Rights
- the branch of Federal government responsible for writing the amendments
- Rights of states and people
- Right to Bear Arms
- Election of the President(Election Procedures)
- the document to which the bill of rights is attached
- the only court established by the constitution and usually rules only on issues of national importance.
- a term used to identify a national or central government that has powers greater than individual state governments
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- The first 10 amendments to the Constitution make up the...
- Right to be free from discrimination in states to have due process of law, to have equal protection of the law
- 18 year olds given the right to vote
- Right to a jury trial in civil cases
- Freedom of Religion, Press, Speech, Assembly, Petition
- an agreement
15 Clues: an agreement • Right to Bear Arms • Rights of states and people • the author of the Bill of Rights • 18 year olds given the right to vote • Right to a jury trial in civil cases • Election of the President(Election Procedures) • the document to which the bill of rights is attached • Freedom of Religion, Press, Speech, Assembly, Petition • ...
Creating a Government Crossword 2022-02-15
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- Principle: When each branch has its own unique powers
- Principle: When a branch uses its power to keep another from getting too powerful
- Branch that interprets the laws
- Principle: Bill of Rights
- Mascot of Mayde Creek Junior High
- Leader of Executive Branch
- Principle: Power to the People
- People who wanted to ratify the Consitution
- Bicameral Legislature in the Legislative Branch
- Principle: When people represent you in the government
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- People who would not ratify the Constitution without a Bill of Rights
- Person who was the writer of the Constitution
- Principle: Division between the national and state government
- Branch that enforces the laws
- Process that allows us to make changes to the constitution
- First 10 Amendments of the Constitution
- Principle: When the governments power does not get too strong
- Highest court in the Judicial Branch
- Branch that makes laws
19 Clues: Branch that makes laws • Principle: Bill of Rights • Leader of Executive Branch • Branch that enforces the laws • Principle: Power to the People • Branch that interprets the laws • Mascot of Mayde Creek Junior High • Highest court in the Judicial Branch • First 10 Amendments of the Constitution • People who wanted to ratify the Consitution • ...
Bill of Rights 2022-05-20
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- year the bill of Rights was written in?
- Which amendment doesn't allow slavery in the United States?
- Which amendment has to do with search and seizure?
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- Which amendment has gives the right to a lawyer?
- Which amendment gives women the right to vote?
- Which amendment has to do with double jeopardy?
- Which amendment had to do with Freedom of Speech?
- How many amendments are in the Bill of Rights?
8 Clues: year the bill of Rights was written in? • Which amendment gives women the right to vote? • How many amendments are in the Bill of Rights? • Which amendment has to do with double jeopardy? • Which amendment has gives the right to a lawyer? • Which amendment had to do with Freedom of Speech? • Which amendment has to do with search and seizure? • ...
Bill of Rights 2022-10-02
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- The second amendment gives you the right to "keep and ___" arms.
- The 10th amendment prevents the Congress and president from becoming too ____.
- Which amendment protects you from unreasonable searches?
- The 7th amendment gives you a right to trial by__.
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- to be accused of the same crime twice.
- Accused people will have the right to a ______ and public trial according to the 6th amendment.
- the five basic freedoms: freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of the ___, freedom of assembly, and freedom to petition the government.
- Which amendment forbids bail that is too high.
8 Clues: to be accused of the same crime twice. • Which amendment forbids bail that is too high. • The 7th amendment gives you a right to trial by__. • Which amendment protects you from unreasonable searches? • The second amendment gives you the right to "keep and ___" arms. • The 10th amendment prevents the Congress and president from becoming too ____. • ...
Bill of Rights 2022-10-17
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- 4th amendment requires authority to have a ____
- The Bill of rights was created to help convince _____ to support the constitution
- 5th Amendment is the right to remain _____
- The bill of rights put restrictions on the _____ branch
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- Anything that the constitution doesn't say congress an do, if left up to the ______ and to the people.
- Right to bear ____
- Every person has the right to a ____
- True or False, the constitution lists every right you have
8 Clues: Right to bear ____ • Every person has the right to a ____ • 5th Amendment is the right to remain _____ • 4th amendment requires authority to have a ____ • The bill of rights put restrictions on the _____ branch • True or False, the constitution lists every right you have • The Bill of rights was created to help convince _____ to support the constitution • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-11-28
8 Clues: no quartering • majority rules • right to bear arms • Madison author or BOR • of Rights ten amendments • right to practice own religion • don’t agree with bill of rights • federalists don’t agree with BOR
Bill of rights 2023-11-28
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- to find something out for certain (
- no one can come in and search people's houses without permission
- to entrust to another
- no one can be accused of a crime without confirmation of the jury. You can’t be trialed twice if you are found innocent
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- proper training of the military and be able to provide for their people
- to diminish or shorten without losing the sense (1st)
- a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime (5th)
- people will be able to have their own religion and be able to say anything they want (freedom of speech)
8 Clues: to entrust to another • to find something out for certain ( • to diminish or shorten without losing the sense (1st) • a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime (5th) • no one can come in and search people's houses without permission • proper training of the military and be able to provide for their people • ...
Bill of rights 2023-11-28
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- everybody should feel safe and not worry about house searches unless probable cause given
- the accused shall enjoy speedy trial
- putting something into action
- lawyer or group of lawyers
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- violated
- the freedom of press and speech
- regulated militia and bear arms
- property or money given to court to ensure arrested person let out at spcertian time
8 Clues: violated • lawyer or group of lawyers • putting something into action • the freedom of press and speech • regulated militia and bear arms • the accused shall enjoy speedy trial • property or money given to court to ensure arrested person let out at spcertian time • everybody should feel safe and not worry about house searches unless probable cause given
Bill of Rights 2023-11-28
8 Clues: Violated • An introduction • The right to bear arms • No soldier shall quarter in any house • Stated in writing; set down as a rule • Powers not listed are reserved to the people • No cruel and unusual punishment or excessive fines • Implementation; state of putting something into action
Bill of Rights 2023-11-28
8 Clues: Limting • Violated • addresses rights • numbering things • set down as a rule • right to a jury and trial • Government needs a warrant to search your property • can’t stop people from wanting to get together with there religion
Bill of rights 2023-11-27
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- -the number of the ammendment which allows someone to refrain from talking
- - to use or take advantage of a ammendment or law(you do this to with your rights)
- - millitary composed of citizens
- -the ammendment which makes it illegal to have millitary in housing
- -right to a militia
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- - ammendment about search and seizure
- -the number of the ammendment which allows freedom of speech
- - a paper with signitaures on it for a common cause
8 Clues: -right to a militia • - millitary composed of citizens • - ammendment about search and seizure • - a paper with signitaures on it for a common cause • -the number of the ammendment which allows freedom of speech • -the ammendment which makes it illegal to have millitary in housing • -the number of the ammendment which allows someone to refrain from talking • ...
Bill of rights 2024-11-12
8 Clues: prescribed • speedy trial • freedom of speech • right to bear arms • in the bill of rights • we the people of the United States • no unreasonable searches and seizures • power to the the states on certain things
Bill of Rights 2024-11-12
Across
- Right to own and carry weapons
- Money given as a guarantee to release someone from custody.
- No housing of soldiers in people’s homes without permission.
- Right to a quick, public trial and a lawyer in criminal cases.
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- Violated or encroached upon.
- Taken or captured by force.
- Protection from unreasonable searches and property seizure.
- Rights in legal cases, including fair payment if the government takes property.
8 Clues: Taken or captured by force. • Violated or encroached upon. • Right to own and carry weapons • Protection from unreasonable searches and property seizure. • Money given as a guarantee to release someone from custody. • No housing of soldiers in people’s homes without permission. • Right to a quick, public trial and a lawyer in criminal cases. • ...
war 2023-10-24
Crossword Puzzle 2020-09-06
Across
- Divided Parliament into two parts, or houses.
- The first state admitted into the union from the Northwest Territory
- of Confederation / organized the first American antislavery society.
- of rights Guaranteeing certain rights to individuals such as freedom and legal protection to the state’s citizens.
- Compromise, The North and Southern states argued that slavery was part of the property that should count towards population and they were eventually counted as ⅗ of a person.
- Movement of the 1700s that promoted reason, reason and science as a mean to improve society.
- Locke, English philosopher that believed in natural rights.
- Ordinance, The democratic model that helped for national expansion. If a territory reached 60,000 they could apply for congress.
- The Quakers organized the first American antislavery society.
- Morris, Power speaker, and writer wrote the final draft of the Constitution.
- Madison, Virginia planter that proposed calling a convention in Philadelphia to discuss trade issues.
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- Criticized the Constitution because it lacked a bill of rights to product individual’s freedom.
- A period where economic activity slowed down and unemployment increased.
- Freeing of an individual enslaved person.
- and Federalism, Federalists believed that power should be shared between federal and state governments.
- Branch, The lawmaking branch comprised of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
- and balances Three branches of government that also apply to the Supreme court to limit each other’s power.
- Morris, Pledged large amounts of money for the war effort. Department of Finance under the Philadelphia merchant.
- Shays and Shays’ Rebellion, Mad farmers that were led by a former Continental Army captain because of unfair rules and exploits made by the government.
- wrote that the power of government should be separated and balanced.
- Plan, Two-houses legislature where the population decided on the size of representatives.
- of government The branches of government have roles that limit the other roles so no single branch can dominate the government.
- Territory Lands of the Mississippi River and Ohio river became one land.
- sovereignty Type of government that is given content to rule the governed by the governed.
- Bill of Rights Documents that helped establish that people have rights and that power of the government should be limited.
- compromise, Compromised that the house of Representatives would be based on population while the Senate could only have 2 members each state.
26 Clues: Freeing of an individual enslaved person. • Divided Parliament into two parts, or houses. • Locke, English philosopher that believed in natural rights. • The Quakers organized the first American antislavery society. • The first state admitted into the union from the Northwest Territory • wrote that the power of government should be separated and balanced. • ...
amendments 2015-04-25
Across
- Papers/A collection of articles and essays promoting the ratification of the United States Constitution
- Constitution/A document that embodies the fundamental laws and principles by which the United States is governed.
- of Confederation/The original constitution of the US, ratified in 1781
- Amendment: Right to be free from discrimination in states to have due process of law, to have equal protection of the law
- Carta/A document constituting a fundamental guarantee of rights and privileges.
- of Versailles/It ended the state of war between Germany and the Allied Powers
- of Rights/The first ten amendments to the US Constitution, ratified in 1791
- Amendment/Abolition of poll taxes
- Amendment/Black Suffrage
- Amendment/Election of National Senators
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- of Independence/The fundamental document establishing the United States as a nation, adopted on July 4, 1776.
- Points/Statement given on January 8, 1918 by United States President Woodrow Wilson
- Doctrine/United States would provide political, military and economic assistance to all democratic nations under threat from authoritarian forces.
- Bill of Rights/An Act Declaring the Rights and Liberties of the Subject and Settling the Succession of the Crown.
- Amendment/Abolition of slavery Outlawed
- Amendment/18 year olds given the right to vote
- Amendment/Individual Income Tax
- Amendment/Women's Suffrage
18 Clues: Amendment/Black Suffrage • Amendment/Women's Suffrage • Amendment/Individual Income Tax • Amendment/Abolition of poll taxes • Amendment/Abolition of slavery Outlawed • Amendment/Election of National Senators • Amendment/18 year olds given the right to vote • of Confederation/The original constitution of the US, ratified in 1781 • ...
Chapter 3 Quest Hw 2021-10-24
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- How many people signed the Constitution.
- This branch enforces the laws.
- In which town did Shays Rebellion happen?
- Fought for the new Constitution.
- The fifth amendment prohibits anyone from self-incrimination, also known as ___.
- A charge of misconduct made against the holder of a public office.
- How many articles are there in the Constitution?
- Father of the Constitution and Bill of Rights.
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- This branch creates the laws.
- Opposed the Constitution and wanted a Bill of Rights.
- How many Federalist's Papers were written?
- Where was Thomas Jefferson an ambassador of?
- This branch interprets the laws.
- This state did not attend the Philadelphia convention.
- The first state to ratify the new Constitution
- Amendment ___ allowed women to vote in elections.
16 Clues: This branch creates the laws. • This branch enforces the laws. • This branch interprets the laws. • Fought for the new Constitution. • How many people signed the Constitution. • In which town did Shays Rebellion happen? • How many Federalist's Papers were written? • Where was Thomas Jefferson an ambassador of? • The first state to ratify the new Constitution • ...
Unit 4 Review 2024-10-08
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- ___ states that the government must act fairly and in accordance with established rules and laws in all that it does and the government must treat ALL citizens fairly and apply equal protection under the law.
- It is important to know with ____ that an application cannot have anything printed on the back of it. (except instructions)
- The ______ amendment gave black males the right to vote. However, many states in the south tried to prevent black voters from exercising their right by requiring them to pay poll taxes or pass a literacy test.
- The Amendments with the greatest impact on due process is the ___ amendment which applies to the federal government and the 14th amendment which applies to the state government.
- Under the ___ of 1964, your religion, race, and physical disablitiy are protected from discrimination.
- Public school segregation of races violates the equal protection clause of the Fourteenth Amendment in what court case?
- Which amendment allows citizens to remain silent and not tell on themselves, ensuring that due process must take place, and preventing another trial for the same crime if one has already been found innocent (not guilty).
- Many of our liberties were added by the __________, ratified in 1791.
- The process of ___ is the constitutional doctrine that applies some, but not all, protections of the Bill of Rights to the states and to all levels of government; found in the 14th amendment.
- The United States Constitution implies a right to privacy and thus made abortion legal in which court case?
- The rights of individuals to receive equal treatment and be free from discrimination refers to ___.
- basic freedoms to think and to act that are protected against government abuse
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- Which amendment allows you the right to vote when you turn 18?
- A key function of the Bill of Rights is to specify what the government must do to ensure ___ under the law for all Americans.
- The right of not being required to testify against oneself if protection from ___.
- The ____ Amendment protected the right of women to vote in all national and state elections.
- Which Amendment provided a way to apply the Bill of Rights to the states, and enabled the Supreme Court to rule that much of the Bill of Rights applies to state and local governments?
- Putting someone on trial for a crime of which they have already been found innocent (not guilty) is called ___.
- Citizens eighteen years or older received a constitutional right to vote in part because they could be ___ into the military at that age.
- The 24th Amendment banned southern states from using the ___, ensuring that all men and women have the right to vote.
- Which amendment guarantees certain protections relevant to criminal and civil legal proceedings?
- How is it decided if a high profile criminal case has enough evidence to make it to trial?
- The first ___ Amendments grant the people specific rights and liberties.
- Personal freedoms that are protected by the amendment and cannot be taken away by the government without due process refers to ___.
24 Clues: Which amendment allows you the right to vote when you turn 18? • Many of our liberties were added by the __________, ratified in 1791. • The first ___ Amendments grant the people specific rights and liberties. • basic freedoms to think and to act that are protected against government abuse • ...
U.S Constitution crossword puzzle 2022-12-06
Across
- of rights, The first 10 amendments in the U.S constitution.
- amendment, guarantees freedoms concerning religion, expression, assembly, and the right to petition.
- eighty-seven, What year was the U.S Constitution written in?
- seven, How many amendments does the U.S constitution have?
- The basic principles and laws of a nation, state, or social group that determine the powers and duties of the government and guarantee certain rights to the people in it.
- amendment, It gives American citizens the right to bear arms.
- the legislature of the U.S government.
- What does the 13th Amendment forbids?
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- Amendment that abolished slavery.
- Amendment that guarantees that the right to vote could not be denied based on “race, color, or previous condition of servitude."
- The state of being equal.
- amendment, An amendment that protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government.
- The upper chamber in a bicameral legislature.
- Amendment that states that anyone born in the United States is a citizen and has the rights of a citizen.
- addition or alteration made to a constitution, statute, or legislative bill or resolution.
- amendment, It gives American citizens the right to bear arms.
- and balances, A system in which each branch of the government is able to check, or restrain, the power of the others.
- amendment, Amendment that guarantees that an individual cannot be compelled by the government to provide incriminating information about herself.
- Proposal for a new law is called?
- of representatives, Makes and passes federal laws.
20 Clues: The state of being equal. • Amendment that abolished slavery. • Proposal for a new law is called? • What does the 13th Amendment forbids? • the legislature of the U.S government. • The upper chamber in a bicameral legislature. • of representatives, Makes and passes federal laws. • seven, How many amendments does the U.S constitution have? • ...
Crossword Puzzle 2020-09-06
Across
- Ordinance, The democratic model that helped for national expansion. If a territory reached 60,000, they could apply for congress.
- Wrote that the power of government should be separated and balanced.
- The Quakers organized the first American antislavery society.
- Shays and Shays’ Rebellion, Mad farmers that were led by a former Continental Army captain because of unfair rules and exploits made by the government.
- Morris, Pledged large amounts of money for the war effort. Department of Finance under the Philadelphia merchant.
- Compromise, The North and Southern states argued that slavery was part of the property that should count towards population and they were eventually counted as ⅗ of a person.
- sovereignty, Type of government that is given content to rule the governed by the governed.
- of rights, Guaranteeing certain rights to individuals such as freedom and legal protection to the state’s citizens.
- Bill of Rights, Documents that helped establish that people have rights and that power of the government should be limited.
- Territory, Lands of the Mississippi River, and Ohio river became one land.
- Divided Parliament into two parts, or houses.
- Movement of the 1700s that promoted reason, reason, and science as a mean to improve society.
Down
- Criticized the Constitution because it lacked a bill of rights to product individual’s freedom.
- Morris, Power speaker, and writer wrote the final draft of the Constitution.
- A period where economic activity slowed down and unemployment increased.
- Branch, The lawmaking branch comprised of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
- of Confederation, organized the first American antislavery society.
- Madison, Virginia planter that proposed calling a convention in Philadelphia to discuss trade issues.
- and balances, Three branches of government that also apply to the Supreme court to limit each other’s power.
- Plan, Two-houses legislature where the population decided on the size of representatives.
- of government, The branches of government have roles that limit the other roles so no single branch can dominate the government.
- The first state admitted into the union from the Northwest Territory.
- Freeing of an individual enslaved person.
- and Federalism, Federalists believed that power should be shared between federal and state governments.
- Locke, English philosopher that believed in natural rights.
- Compromise, Compromised that the house of Representatives would be based on population while the Senate could only have 2 members each state.
26 Clues: Freeing of an individual enslaved person. • Divided Parliament into two parts, or houses. • Locke, English philosopher that believed in natural rights. • The Quakers organized the first American antislavery society. • of Confederation, organized the first American antislavery society. • Wrote that the power of government should be separated and balanced. • ...
Congress Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle 2021-01-14
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- The minimum members of congress needed
- The first step of passing a bill in the House of Representatives
- The name of someone who works in the House of Representatives
- The Us' form of the bicameral system
- A senator temporarily blocks the consideration of the bill or nomination
- A group made of congress members who look at a bill
- A rule used by the senate to limit debate
- The part of congress with 100 members
- To have two parts or chambers
- The name of someone who works in the Senate
- The committee in charge of bills involving taxes
- A way to save a bill from being killed by a committee
- The amendment that gave equal civil and legal rights to African Americans
- Non Stop talking in the senate to defeat a bill
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- The part of congress with 435 members
- A group that votes on a bill that has had changes made in the Senate and House of Representatives
- The amendment that gave citizens the right to vote for their own representatives
- Where bills get placed to be selected in the house of representatives
- A written rule that citizens must follow
- The current holder of a spot in the government
- A written idea for a law
- The official count of the US population
- The branch of US government that creates laws
- When the winner of a general elections gets more than 55% of the votes
- An action the president can do to a bill passed by congress
25 Clues: A written idea for a law • To have two parts or chambers • The Us' form of the bicameral system • The part of congress with 435 members • The part of congress with 100 members • The minimum members of congress needed • The official count of the US population • A written rule that citizens must follow • A rule used by the senate to limit debate • ...
Terms and People from WWII 2024-04-18
25 Clues: War • Tojo • Plan • Airmen • Trials • Powers • Hitler • Stalin • Powers • Harbor • / Issei • Project • Talkers • S Truman • Churchill • Holocaust • Conference • the Riveter • D Eisenhower • Lease program • Bill of Rights • Bracero Program • Delano Roosevelt • Phillip Randolph • Internment/Executive Order 9066
Yovanni 2024-11-01
|_____Bill Of Rights_____| | Crossword Puzzle | 2022-09-26
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- The fifth amendment protects your privacy by needing police to have a _______ to search your home.
- The _____ amendment allows you to practice religion.
- The fifth amendment protects you from ______ jeopardy.
- 1789 was the year the Bill Of Rights was ________.
- The amendments are supposed to uphold the quote "Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of __________".
- How many amendments did the Bill of right add.
- The _______ amendments extends the right to a jury trial.
- The first ten amendments are included in the _____________.
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- The _____ amendment protects rights not listed in the constitution.
- You have the right to _______ peacefully.
- The _____ amendment was put in place in 1794.
- You have the right to remain ______.
- You have the right to ____ arms.
- The first amendment guarantees you freedom of ______.
- Both the sixth and seventh amendments deal with rights to a ____.
15 Clues: You have the right to ____ arms. • You have the right to remain ______. • You have the right to _______ peacefully. • The _____ amendment was put in place in 1794. • How many amendments did the Bill of right add. • 1789 was the year the Bill Of Rights was ________. • The _____ amendment allows you to practice religion. • ...
Bill of Rights and Constitution 2022-03-08
Across
- The branch of government that carries out laws
- No person can be tried _________ for the same crime
- The document to which the bill of rights is attached
- This amendment states we have freedom of speech
- How many years are representatives elected for?
- In a civil trial, both sides have the right to a _________ trial
- The branch that is in charge of making laws
- Life, liberty and property cannot be taken away without " ______ process."
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- This freedom is one of three basic freedom protected by the first amendment
- The 1st amendment is known as the _______ amendment
- The five freedoms under the First Amendment are speech, religion, press, petition, and _______
- The branch of federal government that is in charge of the court system
- An agreement
- An accused person has the right to know the _________ against him/her.
- The 10th amendment protects the rights of
- This freedom is one of the three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment
16 Clues: An agreement • The 10th amendment protects the rights of • The branch that is in charge of making laws • The branch of government that carries out laws • This amendment states we have freedom of speech • How many years are representatives elected for? • The 1st amendment is known as the _______ amendment • No person can be tried _________ for the same crime • ...
World War 2 Crossword 2024-04-12
25 Clues: War • Plan • Tojo • Hitler • Harbor • Powers • Powers • Trials • Stalin • Airmen • Talkers • Project • / Issei • S Truman • Churchill • Holocaust • Conference • the Riveter • D Eisenhower • Lease program • Bill of Rights • Bracero Program • Delano Roosevelt • Phillip Randolph • Internment/Executive Order 9066
government 2022-04-13
Across
- the president nominates these for the supreme court
- we have to follow these
- what we are allowed to do
- this is what the Bill of Rights gives us
- the separation of ______
- this and the house of representatives make the congress
- the law enforcing branch
- this branch punishes people who break the law
- where we do trial by jury
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- these are changes to the constitution
- this is an idea for a law
- the lawmaking branch
- when Congress accuses the president of a crime
- the people in this advise the president
- this is what the president does to a law if he does not like it
- these people wanted to have a strong government
- this person is elected and is in charge of the executive branch
17 Clues: the lawmaking branch • we have to follow these • the separation of ______ • the law enforcing branch • this is an idea for a law • what we are allowed to do • where we do trial by jury • these are changes to the constitution • the people in this advise the president • this is what the Bill of Rights gives us • this branch punishes people who break the law • ...
Civics Crossword Puzzle 110/189 2017-12-09
Across
- Duty Serving on a jury
- counts votes, encourages party loyalty, and ensure that the party's members are present for important votes
- of church and state The division between the government and religion
- forgives the person for his or her crime and eliminates the punishment
- The first ten amendments to the U.S constitution, which set forth basic rights guaranteed to all U.S citizens
- is money or property that the accused gives the court to hold
- agencies was created by the government to create a specalized job
- Allow foreigners to come to the U.S
- Written arguments.
- Rights rights guaranteed to all U.S citizens.
- Law refers to the group of laws that define what acts are crimes
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- the practice of drawing district lines that favor a particular political party, politician, or group of people
- a method of delaying action on a bill in the senate by making long speeches
- U.S consul's office.
- formal documents that allow U.S citizens to travel aboard
- A tax a person has to pay to register a vote.
- when the country has needed huge numbers of soliders
- rejecting a bill
- limited by law
- is the group of laws that refer to disputes between people
20 Clues: limited by law • rejecting a bill • Written arguments. • U.S consul's office. • Duty Serving on a jury • Allow foreigners to come to the U.S • A tax a person has to pay to register a vote. • Rights rights guaranteed to all U.S citizens. • when the country has needed huge numbers of soliders • formal documents that allow U.S citizens to travel aboard • ...
amendments 2023-05-18
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- no ___
- not in your house
- not allowed
- moved the ___
- unlucky number in chinese culture
- you also have ___ not in the bill of rights
- the fifth
- your jury
- how _____ is elected
- ___ evasion is bad
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- voting age ___
- no ___ tax
- ___ rights
- ____ cant change budget till next election
- not your punishment
- state cant deny your vote because of you ___
- can vote
- the first one
- number 2
- powers not given to federal given to
- how the ___ functions
- people in ___ can vote
- achohol allowed again
- ___ from other states cant sue other states
- what happens when the president ___
- your trial
- # of terms
27 Clues: no ___ • can vote • number 2 • the fifth • your jury • no ___ tax • ___ rights • your trial • # of terms • not allowed • moved the ___ • the first one • voting age ___ • not in your house • ___ evasion is bad • not your punishment • how _____ is elected • how the ___ functions • achohol allowed again • people in ___ can vote • unlucky number in chinese culture • what happens when the president ___ • ...
The Constitution 2023-02-21
19 Clues: Mr. • tax • act • Treaty • Clause • Treaty • cabinet • of rights • Rebellion • revolution • act of 1789 • of neutrality • financial plan • farewell address • force by compulsion • of the United States • promote manufacturing & commerce • Tax on imports or exports, states • president George Washington
Bill of rights by Lyla Reeves 2022-05-12
Across
- in the 6th amendment, we have the right to a ___ if accused for something they didn’t do
- in the state of law, you have the right to a ___
- in amendment 3, we don’t have to quarter ___
- Document to which the bill of rights is attached
- the ___ amendment talks about freedom of excessive bail
- the ___ amendment talks about other power of the states
- the last name of the person who wrote the constitution
- in the first amendment, you are able to have your own ___ beliefs
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- when you are taken to a court room and asked questions
- the first 10 amendments of the constitution
- a cop needs a ___ to search a house
- freedom of saying what you want
- in the second amendment, you are legally aloud to have __ in your home for protection
- Amendment that talks about other rights of the people
- how many amendments are in the bill of rights
15 Clues: freedom of saying what you want • a cop needs a ___ to search a house • the first 10 amendments of the constitution • in amendment 3, we don’t have to quarter ___ • how many amendments are in the bill of rights • in the state of law, you have the right to a ___ • Document to which the bill of rights is attached • when you are taken to a court room and asked questions • ...
Civil Right Vocabulary: Chapter 25 2022-02-14
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- The symbol and inspiration of the black power movement
- physical self defense or violence were acceptable in civil rights struggle
- Arrested for refusing to give up her bus seat
- President who intervened and sent the U.S. military to Arkansas to get the 9 black student into Central High.
- President who signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964
- discrimination or prejudice based upon race
- Senators keep speaking to stop a bill from being voted on
- Their leader was Stokely Carmichael
- First African American Supreme Court justice who argued, successfully, 29 of 32 cases before the court and was known as "Mr. Civil Rights".
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- City where Dr. King was jailed and where he wrote a letter in defense of nonviolent protest
- Segregation by custom
- The form of nonviolent protest used in Montgomery after a black woman was arrested for refusing to give up her seat.
- Teams of volunteers, mostly college students, who worked to desegregate interstate bus travel
- City where police brutally attacked marchers who were supporting a new voting rights bill.
- President elected in 1960 who promised to support the civil rights movement.
- motion that cuts off debate and forces a vote
- A form of protest used in restaurants that denied service to African Americans
- City where 9 black students were denied entrance into Central High School by the state's governor.
- A group of African American ministers led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr who worked to eliminate segregation.
19 Clues: Segregation by custom • Their leader was Stokely Carmichael • discrimination or prejudice based upon race • Arrested for refusing to give up her bus seat • motion that cuts off debate and forces a vote • President who signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964 • The symbol and inspiration of the black power movement • Senators keep speaking to stop a bill from being voted on • ...
Enlightenment Crossword 2022-03-31
Across
- the sun is the center of the universe
- through reason, all truths can be found
- Swiss-French philosophe
- John ___
- a medieval peasant legally bound to live on a lord’s estate
- ___ method
- 1776, Declaration of ___
- checks and ___
- real name François Marie Arouet
- main artistic style of the late 1700s
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- French philosophers
- author of "The Spirit of Laws"
- ruler of Russia from 1762 to 1796
- author of "A Vindication of the Rights of Woman"
- European art style of the 1600s and early 1700s
- Hobbes' social ___
- Thomas ___
- ___ Newton
- ___ Galilie
- Bill of ___
20 Clues: John ___ • Thomas ___ • ___ method • ___ Newton • ___ Galilie • Bill of ___ • checks and ___ • Hobbes' social ___ • French philosophers • Swiss-French philosophe • 1776, Declaration of ___ • author of "The Spirit of Laws" • real name François Marie Arouet • ruler of Russia from 1762 to 1796 • the sun is the center of the universe • main artistic style of the late 1700s • ...
Political Vocabulary 2015-04-14
21 Clues: Król • Prawa • Prawo • Etyka • Lider • Stany • Senat • Debata • Partia • Stolica • Elekcja • Polityk • Wolność • Premier • Królowa • Podatek • Komunizm • Demokracja • Kongres/Zjazd • Przewodniczący • Projekt_ustawy
Crossword Puzzle 2023-10-19
9 Clues: against • Discussion • To approve • Laws of a country • To approve of something or someone • 1st ten amendments in constitution • Freedom protected by the goverment • Opposed the constitution without the bill of rights • Supports the constitution without the bill of rights
Jasaun and Mike 2023-10-20
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- The wealth and resources of a country
- Jefferson 3rd President
- 5th president of the United States
- State of armed conflict between nations
- rights Life , Liberty , and property
- Government where population votes a leader
- Small farmers
- to put an end to
- A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system if belief or behavior
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- Madison Fourth President
- legal, social, or ethical principles of freedom or entitlement
- Washington First President
- Political rule and administration
- Adams 2nd President
- Form of government with leader of royal blood
- Identifying ones own country while excluding all other
- Wealthy Merchants
- v Madison Established Judicial Review
- of Rights 10 Amendmentstional
- Plan Three Branches
20 Clues: Small farmers • to put an end to • Wealthy Merchants • Plan Three Branches • Adams 2nd President • Jefferson 3rd President • Washington First President • Madison Fourth President • of Rights 10 Amendmentstional • Political rule and administration • 5th president of the United States • The wealth and resources of a country • rights Life , Liberty , and property • ...
Jasaun and Mike 2023-10-20
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- The wealth and resources of a country
- Jefferson 3rd President
- 5th president of the United States
- State of armed conflict between nations
- rights Life , Liberty , and property
- Government where population votes a leader
- Small farmers
- to put an end to
- A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system if belief or behavior
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- Madison Fourth President
- legal, social, or ethical principles of freedom or entitlement
- Washington First President
- Political rule and administration
- Adams 2nd President
- Form of government with leader of royal blood
- Identifying ones own country while excluding all other
- Wealthy Merchants
- v Madison Established Judicial Review
- of Rights 10 Amendmentstional
- Plan Three Branches
20 Clues: Small farmers • to put an end to • Wealthy Merchants • Plan Three Branches • Adams 2nd President • Jefferson 3rd President • Washington First President • Madison Fourth President • of Rights 10 Amendmentstional • Political rule and administration • 5th president of the United States • The wealth and resources of a country • rights Life , Liberty , and property • ...
Jasaun and Mike 2023-10-20
Across
- The wealth and resources of a country
- Jefferson 3rd President
- 5th president of the United States
- State of armed conflict between nations
- rights Life , Liberty , and property
- Government where population votes a leader
- Small farmers
- to put an end to
- A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system if belief or behavior
Down
- Madison Fourth President
- legal, social, or ethical principles of freedom or entitlement
- Washington First President
- Political rule and administration
- Adams 2nd President
- Form of government with leader of royal blood
- Identifying ones own country while excluding all other
- Wealthy Merchants
- v Madison Established Judicial Review
- of Rights 10 Amendmentstional
- Plan Three Branches
20 Clues: Small farmers • to put an end to • Wealthy Merchants • Plan Three Branches • Adams 2nd President • Jefferson 3rd President • Washington First President • Madison Fourth President • of Rights 10 Amendmentstional • Political rule and administration • 5th president of the United States • The wealth and resources of a country • rights Life , Liberty , and property • ...
Crossword 2022-01-20
Across
- Supporters of the constitution
- It forbids a judge from demanding "excessive" bail
- "A man's house shall be his own castle, privileged against all civil and military intrusion"
- I wrote the bill of rights
- A person who is required to defend themselves in legal action
- Giving formal consent to an agreement making it officially valid
- Giving testimony that can be used against oneself
Down
- I am the combination of 5 basic freedoms
- Where did delegates meet to discuss the changes needed in the government?
- To put a person on trial more than once for the same crime
- The idea that the government must follow clear rules as it carries out the law
- A formal examination of evidence before a judge
- I give citizens the right to bear arms
- A formal listing of the basic rights of u.s. citizens
- I make up the bill of rights
15 Clues: I wrote the bill of rights • I make up the bill of rights • Supporters of the constitution • I give citizens the right to bear arms • I am the combination of 5 basic freedoms • A formal examination of evidence before a judge • Giving testimony that can be used against oneself • It forbids a judge from demanding "excessive" bail • ...
The Constitution 2023-02-21
19 Clues: Mr. • tax • act • Treaty • Clause • Treaty • cabinet • of rights • Rebellion • revolution • act of 1789 • of neutrality • financial plan • farewell address • force by compulsion • of the United States • promote manufacturing & commerce • Tax on imports or exports, states • president George Washington
Political Vocabulary 2015-04-21
21 Clues: Król • Lider • Etyka • Stany • Prawa • Prawo • Senat • Partia • Debata • Wolność • Polityk • Stolica • Premier • Królowa • Elekcja • Podatek • Komunizm • Demokracja • Kongres/Zjazd • Przewodniczący • Projekt_ustawy
Jasaun and Mike 2023-10-20
Across
- The wealth and resources of a country
- Jefferson 3rd President
- 5th president of the United States
- State of armed conflict between nations
- rights Life , Liberty , and property
- Government where population votes a leader
- Small farmers
- to put an end to
- A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system if belief or behavior
Down
- Madison Fourth President
- legal, social, or ethical principles of freedom or entitlement
- Washington First President
- Political rule and administration
- Adams 2nd President
- Form of government with leader of royal blood
- Identifying ones own country while excluding all other
- Wealthy Merchants
- v Madison Established Judicial Review
- of Rights 10 Amendmentstional
- Plan Three Branches
20 Clues: Small farmers • to put an end to • Wealthy Merchants • Plan Three Branches • Adams 2nd President • Jefferson 3rd President • Washington First President • Madison Fourth President • of Rights 10 Amendmentstional • Political rule and administration • 5th president of the United States • The wealth and resources of a country • rights Life , Liberty , and property • ...
Bill Of Rights 2021-11-16
Across
- The first 10 amendments.
- Something that occurred that may serve as examples to authorize or justify an act of the same.
- a moral or legal entitlement to obtain or act in a certain way.
- referring to requirements that certain warnings an officer is required to give to an individual once they are in custody.
Down
- The highest form of law.
- The highest court in the land.
- The right to carry firearms.
- Another word for news reporters.
8 Clues: The highest form of law. • The first 10 amendments. • The right to carry firearms. • The highest court in the land. • Another word for news reporters. • a moral or legal entitlement to obtain or act in a certain way. • Something that occurred that may serve as examples to authorize or justify an act of the same. • ...
Bill of Rights 2022-09-24
Across
- The 7th amendment gives the right to a
- What amendment doesn't allow a seizure or search without a warrant
- The branch of government that is in charge of the court
- A document in which the bill of rights is written under
- The 10th amendment protects the right of the
Down
- Another word for the first ten amendments
- The only court established by the constitution and rules only on issues of national importance
- The name of the legal body that is responsible for writing and passing amendments
8 Clues: The 7th amendment gives the right to a • Another word for the first ten amendments • The 10th amendment protects the right of the • The branch of government that is in charge of the court • A document in which the bill of rights is written under • What amendment doesn't allow a seizure or search without a warrant • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-01-31
8 Clues: right to own a weapon. • fair and speedy trail. • no cruel or unusal punishments. • can't arrest without probable cause. • freedom of speech, religon, press, ect. • right to a jury trail for a civil case. • must follow due process before punishment. • soliders can't take or live in a person's home.
Bill of Rights 2021-01-19
Across
- This Amendment asserts freedom of speech, religion, assembly, and the right to petition the government.
- The Fifth Amendment provides protection against trial without indictment, double _________, self-incrimination, and property seizure.
- The Sixth Amendment states that a person has the right to speedy trial, right to be informed of charges, right to be confronted by witnesses,right to a legal _______, and right to call witnesses.
- This Amendment assures protection against excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishment.
Down
- The Third Amendment guarantees protection against housing _________ in civilian homes.
- The Second Amendment gives citizens the right to bear ________.
- The Fourth Amendment provides protection against unreasonable ________ and seizure.
- This Amendment says that we have a right to a trial by jury.
8 Clues: This Amendment says that we have a right to a trial by jury. • The Second Amendment gives citizens the right to bear ________. • The Fourth Amendment provides protection against unreasonable ________ and seizure. • The Third Amendment guarantees protection against housing _________ in civilian homes. • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-11-28
8 Clues: Bear Arms • Freedom of Speech • lawsuits or legal actions • lawyer or group of lawyers • enjoy right to speedy and public trial • Secure in their persons, houses, papers • No person shall be held to answer a capital • Property or money given to the court to ensure release
Bill of rights 2023-11-28
Across
- I am someone to talk to help you, like a lawyer
- taken or limited
- I only like fair punishments
- I can speak freely without people telling me what I can’t say. I can say what I want. Say it now
Down
- with reason
- if it is not the government’s it is yours
- fixing something that was wrong
- I don’t got to talk if I don’t want to
8 Clues: with reason • taken or limited • I only like fair punishments • fixing something that was wrong • I don’t got to talk if I don’t want to • if it is not the government’s it is yours • I am someone to talk to help you, like a lawyer • I can speak freely without people telling me what I can’t say. I can say what I want. Say it now
Bill of Rights 2023-11-27
8 Clues: Freedom ___ • no___ punishment • Rights to bear___ • Right to a grand___ • Not allowed to search and ___ • Who wrote the Bill of Rights(first name) • No___ allowed in the house without permission • Fredom of religion, freedom of speech, and freedom of press
Bill of Rights 2024-11-12
8 Clues: violated • freedom of speech • right to bare arm • punishable by execution • setting right of some wrong • As by force or legal authority • no one shall be trialed for a crime twice • cannot be taken away of have your house searched without a warrant
Bill Of Rights 2025-11-14
8 Clues: The right to bear arms • to be obligated by law • to put into numerical order • the right to a speedy trial • to be fair or dispute equally • no cruel or unnessicary punishment • to be protected from search and siezure without cause • the ammendment that prevents soilders from staying in your house
Bill of Rights 2022-01-19
Across
- A person who is required to defend himself or herself in a legal action
- Giving testimony that can by used against oneself
- Wrote the Bill of Rights
- An order from a judge that authorizes police or other officials to take a certain action, such as searching someones property
Down
- Putting a person on trial more than once for the same crime
- An addition to the constitution
- The concept that the government must follow clear rules and act reasonably as it carries out the law
- A formal listing of the basic rights of U.S. citizens
8 Clues: Wrote the Bill of Rights • An addition to the constitution • Giving testimony that can by used against oneself • A formal listing of the basic rights of U.S. citizens • Putting a person on trial more than once for the same crime • A person who is required to defend himself or herself in a legal action • ...
Bill of Rights 2022-01-19
Across
- A person who is required to defend himself or herself in a legal action
- Giving testimony that can by used against oneself
- Wrote the Bill of Rights
- An order from a judge that authorizes police or other officials to take a certain action, such as searching someones property
Down
- Putting a person on trial more than once for the same crime
- An addition to the constitution
- The concept that the government must follow clear rules and act reasonably as it carries out the law
- A formal listing of the basic rights of U.S. citizens
8 Clues: Wrote the Bill of Rights • An addition to the constitution • Giving testimony that can by used against oneself • A formal listing of the basic rights of U.S. citizens • Putting a person on trial more than once for the same crime • A person who is required to defend himself or herself in a legal action • ...
Bill of rights 2023-10-18
Across
- makes rulings on the meaning bill of rights
- to bear arms
- against double jeopardy and you can plead the fifth
- can’t be tried for the same crime twice
- many amendments in the bill of rights
- cruel and unusual punishment and no excessive ball
- can have a trail with a jury in most civil cases
Down
- against illegal search and seizure
- to a speedy trail with an impartial jury
- the police needs to search your home
- of states right
11 Clues: to bear arms • of states right • against illegal search and seizure • the police needs to search your home • many amendments in the bill of rights • can’t be tried for the same crime twice • to a speedy trail with an impartial jury • makes rulings on the meaning bill of rights • can have a trail with a jury in most civil cases • ...
Bill of rights 2023-11-27
8 Clues: infringed • freedom of speech • bill rights official • you missed court date • everyone has equal power • protected by criminal trial • protects people from unnecessary searches • a city that physically encompasses the government offices
Bill of Rights 2023-11-27
8 Clues: fifth amendment • second amendment • eighth amendment • to keep firearms • freedom of speech • authorized quartering of soldiers • protection from illegal search and seizure • guarenteed due process in front of a grand jury
Bill of Rights 2023-11-28
Across
- the act of taking by legal process or force
- to send someone to live in a certain place
- in all trials the accused should have the right to a jury and a public trial where the crime was committed
Down
- disagreement, typically when prolonged
- congress can’t make laws establishing rules on religion
- excessive bails, fines, punishments, etc should never be imposed
- a solemn promise
- no soldier in the military should be kept in housing without the consent of the soldier
8 Clues: a solemn promise • disagreement, typically when prolonged • to send someone to live in a certain place • the act of taking by legal process or force • congress can’t make laws establishing rules on religion • excessive bails, fines, punishments, etc should never be imposed • no soldier in the military should be kept in housing without the consent of the soldier • ...
Bill of rights 2023-11-28
8 Clues: 4th Admendment • 2nd Admendment • 8th Admendment • a priest or minister • of speech, 1st Amendment • the stage of the constitution • the quality state of being calm • all future generations of people
Bill of Rights 2023-02-20
Across
- a system of rules set by the government
- acts that disregard an agreement, law, or rule
- a formal meeting of a group with particular interests
- personal liberties that belong to an individual
Down
- a formal act of approval or confirmation
- a minor change or addition to improve a law
- people appointed to represent others
- a formal request signed by many people
8 Clues: people appointed to represent others • a formal request signed by many people • a system of rules set by the government • a formal act of approval or confirmation • a minor change or addition to improve a law • acts that disregard an agreement, law, or rule • personal liberties that belong to an individual • a formal meeting of a group with particular interests
Bill of Rights 2022-10-02
Across
- The second amendment gives you the right to "keep and ___" arms.
- The 10th amendment prevents the Congress and president from becoming too ____.
- Which amendment protects you from unreasonable searches?
- The 7th amendment gives you a right to trial by__.
Down
- to be accused of the same crime twice.
- Accused people will have the right to a ______ and public trial according to the 6th amendment.
- the five basic freedoms: freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of the ___, freedom of assembly, and freedom to petition the government.
- Which amendment forbids bail that is too high.
8 Clues: to be accused of the same crime twice. • Which amendment forbids bail that is too high. • The 7th amendment gives you a right to trial by__. • Which amendment protects you from unreasonable searches? • The second amendment gives you the right to "keep and ___" arms. • The 10th amendment prevents the Congress and president from becoming too ____. • ...
Bill of Rights 2024-09-22
8 Clues: to house • to carry • to forbid or prevent • limiting or preventing • the list of items individually • greater than is necessary or reasonable • vote in favor of; choose something as a requirement • a section that is added to a rule or law that changes the legal document
Bill of Rights 2025-11-14
Across
- this amendment allows you to carry weapons
- this amendment is the one that makes law enforcement have to have a warrant to search you
- this amendment is the one of freedom of speech
- also means fair and unbaised
- this amendment allows you to not have to house house soldiers
Down
- this is the group of people that decide if you are guilty or not
- also means required or mandatory
- this amendment
8 Clues: this amendment • also means fair and unbaised • also means required or mandatory • this amendment allows you to carry weapons • this amendment is the one of freedom of speech • this amendment allows you to not have to house house soldiers • this is the group of people that decide if you are guilty or not • ...
Bill of Rights 2025-12-15
Across
- The right to gather peacefully with others
- The freedom to believe, worship, or not worship
- Taking property by the government, usually related to a search
- The right to publish news and information without unfair limits
Down
- The right to complain to or ask the government for change
- The right to own weapons (as stated in the Second Amendment)
- Government checking people or property for evidence
- The right to share ideas and opinions out loud or in writing
8 Clues: The right to gather peacefully with others • The freedom to believe, worship, or not worship • Government checking people or property for evidence • The right to complain to or ask the government for change • The right to own weapons (as stated in the Second Amendment) • The right to share ideas and opinions out loud or in writing • ...
American Government 2025-05-19
Across
- change to the consitution
- presidential advisors
- freedoms protected by law
- "We the people..."
- rejection of a bill by the president
- "Life, _____, and the pursuit of happiness"
Down
- head of the executive branch
- senate and house
- where congress meets
- US demographic survey
- signs state laws
- a proposed law
- determines case rulings and upholds justice
- casting ballots
14 Clues: a proposed law • casting ballots • senate and house • signs state laws • "We the people..." • where congress meets • US demographic survey • presidential advisors • change to the consitution • freedoms protected by law • head of the executive branch • rejection of a bill by the president • determines case rulings and upholds justice • "Life, _____, and the pursuit of happiness"
Bill of Rights Crossword Puzzle 2022-03-20
Across
- The ___ opposed creating a new constitution and rather wanted to revise the Articles of Confederation.
- They were FOR adding a Bill of Rights to the Constitution.
- The ____ Amendment states that any power not mentioned in the US Constitution is automatically a STATE power.
- Federalists supported strong ____ government.
- The ___ wanted to get rid of the Articles of Confederation and create a new constitution.
- They were AGAINST adding a Bill of Rights to the Constitution.
- The sixth Amendment protects the right to obtain a ____ to defend you in court.
- The ____ Amendment protects against having to testify against yourself in court.
- The ____ Amendment protects against cruel or unusual punishment.
Down
- The Third Amendment protects Americans from being forced to shelter ____ in their homes.
- The term used in the 5th Amendment to mean that all people will be treated fairly under the law.
- The First Amendment protects the right to speech, religion, media, and ___.
- Anti-Federalists supported strong ____ government.
- The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable search and ______.
- The ___ amendment protects the right to Trial By Jury.
- The ____ Amendment states that the Bill of Rights should never be mistaken as our ONLY rights.
- According to the ____ Amendment, the federal government can take private property to use for public use, but it must pay the person for the property.
- the term used in Amendment 6 to describe the "random and fair group of 12 people" that will decide if someone is guilty/innocent.
- The ___ Amendment protects the right to own guns/weapons.
19 Clues: Federalists supported strong ____ government. • Anti-Federalists supported strong ____ government. • The ___ amendment protects the right to Trial By Jury. • The ___ Amendment protects the right to own guns/weapons. • They were FOR adding a Bill of Rights to the Constitution. • They were AGAINST adding a Bill of Rights to the Constitution. • ...
Constitution and Bill of Rights 2025-11-17
Across
- the power of the president to reject a bill
- legislative, executive, judicial
- a system of government by the whole population
- one house of congress
- money to get a court appearance
- Carries out laws; president, cabinet
- Interprets laws; supreme court
- an addition or change to the constitution
- to bring a public official to trial
- to approve a document
Down
- The start of the Constitution, We the people
- the supreme law of the US
- Creates laws; senate, congress
- A legal document to authorize a search
- The division of power between federal and state governments
- to reject a veto
16 Clues: to reject a veto • one house of congress • to approve a document • the supreme law of the US • Creates laws; senate, congress • Interprets laws; supreme court • money to get a court appearance • legislative, executive, judicial • to bring a public official to trial • Carries out laws; president, cabinet • A legal document to authorize a search • ...
Bill of Rights Crossword Puzzle 2025-10-31
Across
- Guarantees a speedy, public trial by an impartial jury, the right to be informed of charges, to confront witnesses, to obtain witnesses, and to have counsel
- Courts can interpret the Constitution and invalidate laws or actions that violate it
- Protects the right of individuals to keep and bear arms
- Division of government into legislative, executive, and judicial branches
- Guarantees freedoms of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition
- Each branch can limit the powers of the others to prevent abuse
- Preserves the right to a jury trial in certain civil cases and restricts courts from overturning a jury’s findings of fact
- Protects against unreasonable searches and seizures; requires warrants based on probable cause
Down
- Government powers are restricted by law and the Constitution
- States that listing certain rights does not deny other rights retained by the people
- Prohibits excessive bail and fines and bans cruel and unusual punishments
- Ensures due process, protects against self-incrimination and double jeopardy, and provides for just compensation when property is taken
- Government derives its authority from the consent of the governed
- Reserves to the states or the people powers not delegated to the federal government nor prohibited to the states
- Prohibits the quartering of soldiers in private homes without the owner’s consent in peacetime
- Power is shared between a national government and state governments
16 Clues: Protects the right of individuals to keep and bear arms • Government powers are restricted by law and the Constitution • Each branch can limit the powers of the others to prevent abuse • Government derives its authority from the consent of the governed • Power is shared between a national government and state governments • ...
Word puzzle for Chapter 15 (汇票、本票、支票、信用证) 2017-12-19
Across
- an official certificate evidencing the failure to pay
- the advancing or agreeing to advance funds to a seller once he presents the right documents
- the bank is the one which delivers the L/C to the seller
- when the holder is not paid, he should pursue the right of
- the seller in whose favor the credit is issued
- sb. who is paid in bill of exchange
- a demand to pay or accept the bill of exchange
- most L/Cs are ones.
- a bill of exchange drawn on a bank payable on demand
- sth showing differences, mismatch, or failure to comply with
- draft is paid immediately on presentation to the drawee
Down
- L/C is a definite of the issuing bank to pay
- note is a promise to pay
- signing the back of the draft to transfer rights
- on the date of draft, sufficient payment is paid
- an agreement made by the drawee to pay in the future
- a bill of exchange is an order
- bill of exchange
- the process in which the L/C terms are modified
- to show a definite undertaking of paying by a nominated bank
20 Clues: bill of exchange • note is a promise to pay • most L/Cs are ones. • sb. who is paid in bill of exchange • a bill of exchange is an order • the seller in whose favor the credit is issued • a demand to pay or accept the bill of exchange • the process in which the L/C terms are modified • signing the back of the draft to transfer rights • ...
Eduardo Chavez Constitution Crossword 2026-03-19
Across
- Popular __________ means power comes from the people?
- ______ compromise settled the debate between large and small states.
- In 178___ state representatives met to discuss changing the Articles of Confederation.
- What are the two parts of Congress? House and __________.
- Our First Constitution was the ______________ of _______________.
- What U.S. had to pay back to France and Spain for helping in the war.
- What are changes to the Constitution called?
- Which branch makes laws?
- The President’s advisors who help run different departments are called the __________.
- Which branch interprets laws?
- How many votes from each state were needed to make a bill into a law?
- Freedom of ___________ lets people protest, speak freely, and petition the government.
- The Bill of Rights was added to protect the __________ rights of citizens.
Down
- What is the introduction to the Constitution called?
- A system where states share power with a strong national government.
- Powers not given to the federal government belong to the __________ or the people.
- The Constitution is called a "living document" because overtime it can be __________.
- How many delegates met in the Constitutional Convention?
- Which branch carries out laws?
- Who was chosen to lead the Constitutional Convention? George______________.
- What is the supreme law of the United States?
- Which amendment protects freedom of speech, religion, and press?
- The first ten amendments to the Constitution are called Bill of _______.
- The _________ plan proposed three branches of government.
- Things came to a head in 1785 farmers revolted against the government in this revolt _______________.
25 Clues: Which branch makes laws? • Which branch interprets laws? • Which branch carries out laws? • What are changes to the Constitution called? • What is the supreme law of the United States? • What is the introduction to the Constitution called? • Popular __________ means power comes from the people? • How many delegates met in the Constitutional Convention? • ...
The Civil Rights Movement 2022-05-23
Across
- To no longer use a service or buy a good, as a form of protest
- Woman who kicked off the Montgomery Bus Boycott
- MLK was known for leading this form of protest
- President who was able to pass a Civil Rights Act
- City in which MLK was assassinated
- African American social movement in the late 1960s that advocated unity and self-reliance to address injustice
- Civil rights leader who was once associated with the Nation of Islam
- de facto laws that prohibited Black Americans from exercising political and social rights
- "_____ Overcome" (anthem of the Civil Rights movement)
- Challenged segregation on interstate buses; participants included Black and white students
- What is the short name for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People?
- Term for when Black students asked for service at segregated lunch counters and participated in peaceful protests
- Head of SNCC; politician and civil rights activist; took part in sit-ins and major protests; Later became a rep for Georgia
- Claudette _____________, who refused to give up her seat on a bus in March 1955.
- Group of students who tried to go to class at Central High School in Little Rock, AR
Down
- MLK won this in 1964
- What city was considered the most "segregated city in America"?
- Student organization formed by Ella Baker
- Doctrine that allowed racial segregation of public facilities
- group inspired by Malcolm X; more militant, but focused on community-building
- Where MLK gave his "I Have a Dream"
- March that ended with violence from state troopers on Bloody Sunday. Had been protesting the death of a voting rights activist
- An attempt to kill a bill by having a group of senators taking turns speaking so that a vote cannot take place
- First Black Supreme Court Justice
- ___________ v. Board of Education: Supreme Court Case that overturned Plessy v. Ferguson
- President that began to create new civil rights bill, but was assassinated
26 Clues: MLK won this in 1964 • First Black Supreme Court Justice • City in which MLK was assassinated • Where MLK gave his "I Have a Dream" • Student organization formed by Ella Baker • MLK was known for leading this form of protest • Woman who kicked off the Montgomery Bus Boycott • President who was able to pass a Civil Rights Act • ...
Government final 2024-12-13
Across
- charges against a public official
- the elected head of a republic
- type of government that the power is with the people, and allows them to vote
- formal order given by higher authority, Ex: President
- bill, joint resolution, concurrent resolution, or simple reduction
- document that outlines the structure, powers, and limits of government, and rights to citizens
- “We the people”
Down
- person who lives in a country who is protected due to birth or naturalization
- freedom of religion, press, speech, and assembly
- absence of government
- when government seeks to control all aspects of public and private life
- A_____ is the system or group of people governing an organized community, generally the state
- the type of government the U.S is ran
- Branch that carries out laws
- Rules created and enforced by the government to maintain order
- study of rights, duties, and responsibilities of citizens
- process in which citizens decide on their officials
- the upper chamber of Congress
- branch that interprets laws
- proposed law presented to parliament
20 Clues: “We the people” • absence of government • branch that interprets laws • Branch that carries out laws • the upper chamber of Congress • the elected head of a republic • charges against a public official • proposed law presented to parliament • the type of government the U.S is ran • freedom of religion, press, speech, and assembly • ...
The Civil Rights Movement 2022-05-23
Across
- African American social movement in the late 1960s that advocated unity and self-reliance to address injustice
- Head of SNCC; politician and civil rights activist; took part in sit-ins and major protests; Later became a rep for Georgia
- de facto laws that prohibited Black Americans from exercising political and social rights
- Where MLK gave his "I Have a Dream"
- To no longer use a service or buy a good, as a form of protest
- MLK was known for leading this form of protest
- Civil rights leader who was once associated with the Nation of Islam
- First Black Supreme Court Justice
- group inspired by Malcolm X; more militant, but focused on community-building
Down
- President that began to create new civil rights bill, but was assassinated
- City in which MLK was assassinated
- Claudette _____________, who refused to give up her seat on a bus in March 1955.
- Group of students who tried to go to class at Central High School in Little Rock, AR
- Doctrine that allowed racial segregation of public facilities
- President who was able to pass a Civil Rights Act
- Term for when Black students asked for service at segregated lunch counters and participated in peaceful protests
- What city was considered the most "segregated city in America"?
- What is the short name for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People?
- Challenged segregation on interstate buses; participants included Black and white students
- An attempt to kill a bill by having a group of senators taking turns speaking so that a vote cannot take place
- Woman who kicked off the Montgomery Bus Boycott
- Student organization formed by Ella Baker
- "_____ Overcome" (anthem of the Civil Rights movement)
- March that ended with violence from state troopers on Bloody Sunday. Had been protesting the death of a voting rights activist
- ___________ v. Board of Education: Supreme Court Case that overturned Plessy v. Ferguson
- MLK won this in 1964
26 Clues: MLK won this in 1964 • First Black Supreme Court Justice • City in which MLK was assassinated • Where MLK gave his "I Have a Dream" • Student organization formed by Ella Baker • MLK was known for leading this form of protest • Woman who kicked off the Montgomery Bus Boycott • President who was able to pass a Civil Rights Act • ...
Reason & Revolution Vocabulary 2022-10-31
Canada 1950s 2025-06-15
Across
- New rights law introduced by Diefenbaker in 1958
- Famous Canadian fighter jet project
- Prime Minister who introduced the Bill of Rights
- 1951 act allowed Indigenous ceremonies
- Global conflict era in which the Korean War occurred
- City where Parliament Hill is located
Down
- Canada helped create this air defence organization in 1957
- Organization of the UN (long form)
- Canada's first born Governor General
- New popular household technology launched by CBC in 1952
- Secret Soviet spy scandal in Canada
- Major war from 1950 to 1953
- Organization Canada joined in 1949
- National TV broadcaster launched in 1952
14 Clues: Major war from 1950 to 1953 • Organization of the UN (long form) • Organization Canada joined in 1949 • Secret Soviet spy scandal in Canada • Famous Canadian fighter jet project • Canada's first born Governor General • City where Parliament Hill is located • 1951 act allowed Indigenous ceremonies • National TV broadcaster launched in 1952 • ...
Canada 1950s 2025-06-15
Across
- New rights law introduced by Diefenbaker in 1958
- Famous Canadian fighter jet project
- Prime Minister who introduced the Bill of Rights
- 1951 act allowed Indigenous ceremonies
- Global conflict era in which the Korean War occurred
- City where Parliament Hill is located
Down
- Canada helped create this air defence organization in 1957
- Organization of the UN (long form)
- Canada's first born Governor General
- New popular household technology launched by CBC in 1952
- Secret Soviet spy scandal in Canada
- Major war from 1950 to 1953
- Organization Canada joined in 1949
- National TV broadcaster launched in 1952
14 Clues: Major war from 1950 to 1953 • Organization of the UN (long form) • Organization Canada joined in 1949 • Secret Soviet spy scandal in Canada • Famous Canadian fighter jet project • Canada's first born Governor General • City where Parliament Hill is located • 1951 act allowed Indigenous ceremonies • National TV broadcaster launched in 1952 • ...
Bill of rights 2023-09-28
Bill of rights 2023-11-27
8 Clues: military • religion • to bear arms • right to a jury • reasonable person • money given to the court • lawyer or group of lawyer • rights of criminal defendants
