bill of rights Crossword Puzzles

Consitution and Bill of Rights 2023-01-19

Consitution and Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Right to bear arm
  2. the branch interprets laws
  3. rights kept by the congress and state
  4. the branch that makes the law
  5. the first 10 amendments
  6. to protect against cruel and unusual punishment
  7. right to resist unreasonable searches
  8. right to remain silent
  9. Freedom of speech
Down
  1. rights kept by the people
  2. the rule book of a state
  3. right to a fair trial
  4. the branch that enforces the law
  5. Soldiers dont have to stay in your house without the Owners consent.
  6. the right to a trail by jury

15 Clues: Right to bear arm • Freedom of speech • right to a fair trial • right to remain silent • the first 10 amendments • the rule book of a state • rights kept by the people • the branch interprets laws • the right to a trail by jury • the branch that makes the law • the branch that enforces the law • rights kept by the congress and state • right to resist unreasonable searches • ...

Constitution and Bill of Rights 2025-11-13

Constitution and Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. relating to ordinary citizens and their concerns
  2. seize and take someone into custody
  3. formal written request, signed by many people
  4. person who serves in an army
  5. a formal and organized choice by vote for political office
  6. a group of people gathered in one place
  7. money received
  8. claim or dispute brought to court of law for adjudication
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  1. penalty of money paid as punishment for crime or other offenses
  2. the right to act, speak,or think without restraint
  3. formal examination of evidence before a judge
  4. temporary release of accused person to guarantee appearance in court
  5. a consequence for an offense
  6. a person who has completed a crime
  7. a body of principles or established precedents of which is to be governed

15 Clues: money received • person who serves in an army • a consequence for an offense • a person who has completed a crime • seize and take someone into custody • a group of people gathered in one place • formal written request, signed by many people • formal examination of evidence before a judge • relating to ordinary citizens and their concerns • ...

History CW Puzzle1 2013-11-16

History CW Puzzle1 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Frances Scott _______ wrote the Star Spangled Banner
  2. Freedom of __________is guaranteed by the 1st amendment
  3. The preamble of the Constitution starts with the words “we the _________”
  4. The Bill of Rights was _______ to the U.S. Constitution in 1789
Down
  1. Another name for the U.S. national anthem is the Star Spangle _________
  2. In the U.S. __________ each state has two representatives
  3. The Bill of Rights was ________ by the Federalists during the first Congress to gain support from the Anti-Federalists
  4. The first 10 amendments are known as the bill of _________
  5. Two ways to ________ U.S Citizenship are naturalization or by birth

9 Clues: Frances Scott _______ wrote the Star Spangled Banner • Freedom of __________is guaranteed by the 1st amendment • In the U.S. __________ each state has two representatives • The first 10 amendments are known as the bill of _________ • The Bill of Rights was _______ to the U.S. Constitution in 1789 • ...

Ch 3 crosssword puzzle 2020-09-06

Ch 3 crosssword puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Great Compromise, the proposition of a two house legislature. In the lower house the number of seats for each state would be decided by the state’s population. The upper house would be decided by the lower house.
  2. the first state admitted to the Union from the Northwest Territory.
  3. and balances, a system that prevents any one branch from gaining too much power.
  4. Madison, a Virginia planter who called for a convention.
  5. of Confederation, the first Constitution of the United States.
  6. Morris, a merchant who was in charge of the department of finance.
  7. Plan, a plan for a strong national government made by Edmund Randolph.
  8. Bill of Rights, one of the documents that helped establish the idea that people have rights and that the power of the government should be limited.
  9. Locke, an English philosopher who believed that all people have natural rights.
  10. a period when economic activity slowed and unemployment increased.
  11. Sovereignty, government by consent of the governed and equal justice under law.
  12. federalists, people who criticized the Constitution because it lacked a bill of rights to protect individual freedoms.
  13. Shays, a former Continental Army captain.
  14. a french writer who declared that the powers of government should be separated and balanced.
  15. fifths compromise, a decision to count each enslaved person as three-fifths of a free person for both taxation and representation.
  16. Ordinance, it created a single Northwest Territory out of the lands north of the Ohio River and east of the Mississippi River.
  17. the sharing of power between the federal and state governments.
Down
  1. supporters of the Constitution.
  2. people from Pennsylvania who made the first anti-slavery society.
  3. Branch, the lawmaking branch of the government.
  4. Territory, a single territory out of the lands north of the Ohio River and east of the Mississippi River.
  5. of Government, Legislative, Judicial, and Executive
  6. of Rights, most state constitutions included a ___________, guaranteeing certain freedoms and legal protections to the state’s citizens.
  7. Morris, a powerful speaker and writer, wrote the final draft of the Constitution.
  8. a movement of the 1700’s that promoted knowledge, reason, and science as the means to improve society.
  9. the freeing of individual enslaved persons.
  10. Rebellion, a riot of angry farmers led by Daniel Shays.
  11. a legislature that is divided into two parts or houses.

28 Clues: supporters of the Constitution. • Shays, a former Continental Army captain. • the freeing of individual enslaved persons. • Branch, the lawmaking branch of the government. • of Government, Legislative, Judicial, and Executive • Rebellion, a riot of angry farmers led by Daniel Shays. • a legislature that is divided into two parts or houses. • ...

U.S. Government 2022-05-13

U.S. Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the years in a president's term
  2. _________ and balances, making sure one branch does not abuse their power
  3. the amount of amendments in the Bill of Rights
  4. a formal change to the Constitution
  5. ___________ of the House, the leader of the House of Representatives
  6. the branch of government that makes our nation's laws
  7. the branch of government that interprets the laws
  8. the years in a Senate term
  9. the amount of justices on the Supreme Court
  10. when the Congress still passes a law despite a presidential veto
Down
  1. Electoral ____________ elects our president every 4 years
  2. the part of Congress based off equal representation
  3. the branch of government that enforces the laws
  4. the head of the executive branch
  5. a proposal for a new law
  6. the years in a House of Rep term
  7. ____________ Court
  8. the _________ of Representatives, based off a state's population
  9. when the president rejects a bill

19 Clues: ____________ Court • a proposal for a new law • the years in a Senate term • the years in a president's term • the head of the executive branch • the years in a House of Rep term • when the president rejects a bill • a formal change to the Constitution • the amount of justices on the Supreme Court • the amount of amendments in the Bill of Rights • ...

Units 1-5 Spiral Vocab 2023-11-13

Units 1-5 Spiral Vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Women’s suffrage
  2. Power is concentrated in the hands of the regional governments
  3. Established limited government
  4. Any individual attempting to influence the legislative process.
  5. Fear the power of a strong central government and wanted the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution
  6. Unlimited debate on a bill in the Senate.
  7. Written as an attempt to gain support for the new US Constitution
  8. Power is concentrated in the hands of one central government
  9. Impeached due to violation of Tenure of Office Act.
  10. Powers that belong to the state governments
  11. The courts have power to declare laws and actions of Congress and the president unconstitutional
  12. President negotiates treaties and executive agreements with foreign countries.
  13. The President is ultimately chosen by receiving at least 270 out of 538 votes from this institution
  14. Right to vote cannot be denied on the basis of race, color, or previous condition of servitude
  15. Authored idea of natural rights
  16. Addition to a bill.
  17. Power is shared between the central and regional governments
  18. Created separation of powers in a government system
  19. Permanent committees in Congress responsible for reviewing and potentially killing bills
  20. Example of 1st Amendment limitation
  21. Rights of the People not specifically listed in the Constitution
  22. Citizens voting to approve or reject laws passed by a state legislature
Down
  1. Established habeas corpus
  2. Established parliament’s power over the king and the rights of English citizens
  3. Washington DC receives 3 electoral votes
  4. Original author of Social Contract Theory. Believed citizens should give up theirrights to one absolute ruler
  5. Believed common good to be more important than individual liberties
  6. Political Parties nominate candidate to run for President in General Election.
  7. President can deny the passing of a bill
  8. 25 years old, 7 year citizen, 2 year term, led by Speaker of the House, representation based on population, and sole power of impeachment
  9. Citizens can propose laws and submit them directly to voters.
  10. Advisors chosen by President and approved by Senate. Ex. Secretary of State
  11. Powers that are shared by the national and state governments.
  12. The national government & constitution are the supreme law of the land.
  13. Powers that belong to national governmen
  14. Congress can’t pass a law making an act illegal after it has been committed
  15. Powers of the national government that are not specifically listed in the constitution
  16. Extended Due Process rights to the states, defined citizenship, and guaranteed equality under the law
  17. An investigation of an elected official by the legislative branch
  18. Joint committee made up of members of the House and Senate to work out differences in an approved bill
  19. Elected President who was impeached due to perjury and obstruction of justice.
  20. The people are the source of authority for the government
  21. President can propose legislation to Congress
  22. Due Process
  23. Moved voting age from 21 to 18
  24. Foreign Policy tool that is an economic sanction; refusal to trade.
  25. Electoral process through which citizens can vote an elected official out of office.

47 Clues: Due Process • Women’s suffrage • Addition to a bill. • Established habeas corpus • Established limited government • Moved voting age from 21 to 18 • Authored idea of natural rights • Example of 1st Amendment limitation • Washington DC receives 3 electoral votes • President can deny the passing of a bill • Powers that belong to national governmen • ...

7 Principles of Government & Bill of Rights 2022-02-26

7 Principles of Government & Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. RAPPS represents the ______
  2. How many amendments are there?
  3. The fourth amendment addresses search and ______.
  4. You have the Rights to remain ______
  5. A person that represent you in court
  6. Amendment five does not allow ____ Jeopardy
  7. The sixth amendment states everyone has a right to a fair ______.
  8. Amendment protects you from searching without reason
  9. Limited
  10. A formal written agreement
  11. Freedom of ______
Down
  1. The principle of government that states that people have the power to control the government is
  2. Right to bear ______
  3. Sixth amendment speed Trial in knowledge of your
  4. Supreme law of the land
  5. Right not to ____ soldiers in your house
  6. Power to the
  7. An example of individual rights are the
  8. What does republicanism have to do with?
  9. The powers of all three government branches are

20 Clues: Limited • Power to the • Freedom of ______ • Right to bear ______ • Supreme law of the land • A formal written agreement • RAPPS represents the ______ • How many amendments are there? • You have the Rights to remain ______ • A person that represent you in court • An example of individual rights are the • Right not to ____ soldiers in your house • ...

20 Government Topics/Terms 2026-05-07

20 Government Topics/Terms crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Groups
  2. Review
  3. College
  4. Rights
  5. Branch
  6. Branch
Down
  1. and Balances
  2. Branch
  3. Policy
  4. Parties
  5. Liberties
  6. of Law
  7. of Powers
  8. of Rights

14 Clues: Branch • Groups • Policy • Review • Rights • of Law • Branch • Branch • Parties • College • Liberties • of Powers • of Rights • and Balances

government puzzle 2 2021-05-19

government puzzle 2 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Rejection of a bill by the court
  2. Interprets laws
  3. Property is owned by state
  4. Someone who handles correct citizen conduct
  5. Basic rights of citizens, first 10 articles
  6. Governed by a dictator
  7. Request to reverse a court decision
  8. Cruel oppressive ruler
  9. Creates laws
  10. Property is controlled by owners
Down
  1. Centralized and dictatorial government
  2. Federal system of government
  3. Someone who represents an organization
  4. System ruling over a state or country
  5. Temporary release of a convicted person
  6. English political rights
  7. Organized efforts to win an election
  8. A counting of population
  9. Government ruled by small group

19 Clues: Creates laws • Interprets laws • Governed by a dictator • Cruel oppressive ruler • English political rights • A counting of population • Property is owned by state • Federal system of government • Government ruled by small group • Rejection of a bill by the court • Property is controlled by owners • Request to reverse a court decision • Organized efforts to win an election • ...

Ch 3 crosssword puzzle 2020-09-06

Ch 3 crosssword puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the sharing of power between the federal and state governments.
  2. of Rights, most state constitutions included a ___________, guaranteeing certain freedoms and legal protections to the state’s citizens.
  3. Madison, a Virginia planter who called for a convention.
  4. the first state admitted to the Union from the Northwest Territory.
  5. Ordinance, it created a single Northwest Territory out of the lands north of the Ohio River and east of the Mississippi River.
  6. fifths compromise, a decision to count each enslaved person as three-fifths of a free person for both taxation and representation.
  7. and balances, a system that prevents any one branch from gaining too much power.
  8. federalists, people who criticized the Constitution because it lacked a bill of rights to protect individual freedoms.
  9. of Government, Legislative, Judicial, and Executive
  10. supporters of the Constitution.
  11. Sovereignty, government by consent of the governed and equal justice under law.
  12. a movement of the 1700’s that promoted knowledge, reason, and science as the means to improve society.
  13. people from Pennsylvania who made the first anti-slavery society.
  14. Plan, a plan for a strong national government made by Edmund Randolph.
  15. a french writer who declared that the powers of government should be separated and balanced.
Down
  1. Morris, a merchant who was in charge of the department of finance.
  2. a period when economic activity slowed and unemployment increased.
  3. Bill of Rights, one of the documents that helped establish the idea that people have rights and that the power of the government should be limited.
  4. a legislature that is divided into two parts or houses.
  5. Territory, a single territory out of the lands north of the Ohio River and east of the Mississippi River.
  6. Locke, an English philosopher who believed that all people have natural rights.
  7. Great Compromise, the proposition of a two house legislature. In the lower house the number of seats for each state would be decided by the state’s population. The upper house would be decided by the lower house.
  8. of Confederation, the first Constitution of the United States.
  9. Rebellion, a riot of angry farmers led by Daniel Shays.
  10. Morris, a powerful speaker and writer, wrote the final draft of the Constitution.
  11. Shays, a former Continental Army captain.
  12. the freeing of individual enslaved persons.
  13. Branch, the lawmaking branch of the government.

28 Clues: supporters of the Constitution. • Shays, a former Continental Army captain. • the freeing of individual enslaved persons. • Branch, the lawmaking branch of the government. • of Government, Legislative, Judicial, and Executive • a legislature that is divided into two parts or houses. • Rebellion, a riot of angry farmers led by Daniel Shays. • ...

Crossword Puzzle GI Bill of Rights 2023-04-14

Crossword Puzzle GI Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The GI Bill was Racially _____.
  2. Taken out to provide housing and insurance.
  3. How many days after being discharged does the bill pay for?
  4. The GI Bill ensured ____ for more than 8 million veterans.
Down
  1. Gave WWII veterans ____ for education.
  2. When was the GI Bill of Rights founded in ___ century?
  3. One year of unemployment for veterans.
  4. The GI Bill served as a ____ for veterans.
  5. Veterans needed help getting what?
  6. Last name of the man who created the Bill.

10 Clues: The GI Bill was Racially _____. • Veterans needed help getting what? • Gave WWII veterans ____ for education. • One year of unemployment for veterans. • The GI Bill served as a ____ for veterans. • Last name of the man who created the Bill. • Taken out to provide housing and insurance. • When was the GI Bill of Rights founded in ___ century? • ...

Ava governmets crossword 2025-04-16

Ava governmets crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. police have ___ team
  2. branches checking the others to balance the power
  3. makes the laws
  4. federal,state,local
  5. FBI is an example of a ____ level
  6. a group of people who make and enforce the rules of a county,state or city
  7. inter prets the laws
  8. to reject a bill from becoming a law
Down
  1. the first 10 amendments to the u.s constition
  2. a government where people elect individuals to make decisions and laws for them
  3. a change to a bill or constitution
  4. having rights and privileges from your country
  5. legislative branch of the u.s made up of house represmtatives and senate of rep
  6. laws of a nation that includes powers and duties of the government and rights of the people
  7. administers the laws

15 Clues: makes the laws • federal,state,local • police have ___ team • administers the laws • inter prets the laws • FBI is an example of a ____ level • a change to a bill or constitution • to reject a bill from becoming a law • the first 10 amendments to the u.s constition • having rights and privileges from your country • branches checking the others to balance the power • ...

Social Vocabulary Puzzle 2015-12-15

Social Vocabulary Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. When you make up for losses in the past.
  2. _______ was forced to sign the magna carta.
  3. Rights given to you at birth by the creator.
  4. A fixed payment payed to someone each year.
  5. Who were hunted and killed off?
  6. Rights given by the the government.
  7. Take out of British control and put it under Canada’s.
  8. _____ made the declaration of human rights.
  9. The universal declaration of independence is not a ________.
  10. Assembly of First Nations
  11. The Prime Minister made the charter of rights and freedoms.
Down
  1. The __________ interprets the charter.
  2. When you should be the master of your own house.
  3. When you think that your idea’s are superior and the best.
  4. Being forced to do something.
  5. What in the charter allows for affirmative action.
  6. When you act like a parent.
  7. It lets countries temporarily opt out.
  8. Who in Quebec wanted to expand their golf course onto ancient burial grounds?
  9. The supreme court is made up of ______ judges.
  10. In the constitution there is the charter of rights, amending formula and the _______.
  11. A public vote.
  12. Rights given to you because you’re human.
  13. This document was not entrenched in the constitution.
  14. Working together for mutual advantage.
  15. What Prime Minister passed the bill of rights into law.

26 Clues: A public vote. • Assembly of First Nations • When you act like a parent. • Being forced to do something. • Who were hunted and killed off? • Rights given by the the government. • The __________ interprets the charter. • It lets countries temporarily opt out. • Working together for mutual advantage. • When you make up for losses in the past. • ...

Enlightenment&Revolution-MekennaKim 2025-12-18

Enlightenment&Revolution-MekennaKim crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Prioritizing reason as the primary source of knowledge.
  2. French Enlightenment intellectuals
  3. Legislative, Executive, Judicial Branches with equal power
  4. Belief in God creating universe
  5. People losing some freedom for protection of gov't
  6. Gaudy & Extravagant
  7. Questioned beliefs
  8. Method to solve problems
  9. Earth center universe
  10. State gov't vs federal/ nation gov't
Down
  1. Telescope to sky
  2. Equality for women especially education
  3. Figured out gravity
  4. Freedom of speech, satire!
  5. Use of logic & reasoning to improve society
  6. Sun center universe
  7. Simple & Elegant
  8. Natural rights philosophy
  9. Parties in France
  10. Civilization corrupts people
  11. Separation of powers
  12. Use of Beccaria's legal ideas

22 Clues: Telescope to sky • Simple & Elegant • Parties in France • Questioned beliefs • Figured out gravity • Sun center universe • Gaudy & Extravagant • Separation of powers • Earth center universe • Method to solve problems • Natural rights philosophy • Freedom of speech, satire! • Civilization corrupts people • Use of Beccaria's legal ideas • Belief in God creating universe • ...

JD Brouse- Enlightenment Revolution 2025-12-19

JD Brouse- Enlightenment Revolution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Gov't rights
  2. Gravity
  3. French Intellectual
  4. Freedom of speech sharp wit
  5. Education voting
  6. Telescope
  7. Method used to solve problems
  8. Fancy party to discuss ideas
  9. Implicit agreement
  10. Absolute ruler
  11. Earth centered
  12. Deep understanding of reason
Down
  1. three branches
  2. Sun centered
  3. Russia
  4. Influential Enlightenment thinker
  5. 10 amendments
  6. Simple and elegant
  7. Radical ideas on society
  8. 1776
  9. declaration of independence
  10. Extravagant and ornate
  11. Questioning original beliefs
  12. Belief of God
  13. Separation of powers
  14. Reason is the primary source

26 Clues: 1776 • Russia • Gravity • Telescope • Gov't rights • Sun centered • 10 amendments • Belief of God • three branches • Absolute ruler • Earth centered • Education voting • Simple and elegant • Implicit agreement • French Intellectual • Separation of powers • Extravagant and ornate • Radical ideas on society • Freedom of speech sharp wit • declaration of independence • Questioning original beliefs • ...

Constitution 2023-04-16

Constitution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. interprets laws
  2. article about the relations between states and the gov
  3. makes laws
  4. total number of amendments
  5. supreme law of the land
  6. commander and chief of the military
  7. lowers the voting age to 18
  8. intro to the constitution
  9. amendment that gave women voting rights
Down
  1. first ten amendments
  2. number of article in the const
  3. seventh article
  4. enforces laws
  5. number of amendment in the bill of rights
  6. amendment that garenteed voting for all males
  7. amendment that freed the slaves

16 Clues: makes laws • enforces laws • interprets laws • seventh article • first ten amendments • supreme law of the land • intro to the constitution • total number of amendments • lowers the voting age to 18 • number of article in the const • amendment that freed the slaves • commander and chief of the military • amendment that gave women voting rights • number of amendment in the bill of rights • ...

AP Gov Units 1-2 Vocab Review 2023-11-10

AP Gov Units 1-2 Vocab Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Doctrine stating that each branch of the federal government has its own unique role and responsibilities
  2. Singing statements, executive orders, and the bully pulpit are all examples
  3. Ideal stating people must agree to surrender some rights in order to live in a society
  4. Two house legislature
  5. Group of political supporters
  6. Scotus using judicial review to tell Potus he does not have the power to forgive student loans as an example of this ideal
  7. Procedure used by Potus to ensure the bureaucracy is following financial rules
  8. Powers granted by the US Constitution to the federal government
  9. Theory of voting in which a representative or senator votes using their judgment
  10. Divided government often creates this situation in which nothing is accomplished
  11. When a court takes the opinions of other branches into account and is hesitant to use judicial review
  12. Sharing powers between a national government and local governments
  13. This type of revenue sharing is supported by state's rights advocates
  14. In Congress, the chamber more directly responsible to the people
  15. A bureaucratic agency crafting a regulation after consulting with the NRA is an example of this type of democracy
Down
  1. Removing a government official from office
  2. The bureaucracy's power to implement laws
  3. The power of a court to hear types of cases
  4. Process in which the federal government uses census data to determine the number or representatives in each state
  5. Created by the elastic clause of Article I, Section8
  6. Extended debate meant to delay or stop a bill in the Senate
  7. Prior cases that guide judicial decisions in a current case
  8. Vote to end debate
  9. Expression for an amendment to a bill that includes finding for projects unrelated to the bill
  10. Procedure in the House to force a committee to send a bill to the full chamber
  11. Expression for an amendment to a bill that sends funds to an unrelated and specific project

26 Clues: Vote to end debate • Two house legislature • Group of political supporters • The bureaucracy's power to implement laws • Removing a government official from office • The power of a court to hear types of cases • Created by the elastic clause of Article I, Section8 • Extended debate meant to delay or stop a bill in the Senate • ...

Government-Alaijah 2024-12-16

Government-Alaijah crossword puzzle
Across
  1. above or superior to all
  2. president refuses to approve bill
  3. formal statement for law
  4. controlling boundary district lines
  5. each state must respect legal rights
  6. basic principles of nation
  7. person is made natural citizen
  8. introduction to government
  9. Declares war
  10. power is distributed between central and state government
  11. system which nation is ruled
Down
  1. enforces laws made by president
  2. voters make selection of president
  3. direct vote by people
  4. seat of legislative powers
  5. person who moves from one country to another
  6. House of Representatives and senate
  7. decides meaning of laws
  8. law in government
  9. charges against government official
  10. sign or approve agreement
  11. group of nation or states

22 Clues: Declares war • law in government • direct vote by people • decides meaning of laws • above or superior to all • formal statement for law • sign or approve agreement • group of nation or states • seat of legislative powers • basic principles of nation • introduction to government • system which nation is ruled • person is made natural citizen • enforces laws made by president • ...

Social Vocabulary Puzzle 2015-12-15

Social Vocabulary Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Rights given to you at birth by the creator.
  2. The universal declaration of independence is not a ________.
  3. When you make up for losses in the past.
  4. Working together for mutual advantage.
  5. The Prime Minister made the charter of rights and freedoms.
  6. When you act like a parent.
  7. Rights given to you because you’re human.
  8. _____ made the declaration of human rights.
  9. Take out of British control and put it under Canada’s.
  10. Being forced to do something.
  11. Who in Quebec wanted to expand their golf course onto ancient burial grounds?
  12. When you should be the master of your own house.
  13. Rights given by the the government.
Down
  1. What Prime Minister passed the bill of rights into law.
  2. It lets countries temporarily opt out.
  3. This document was not entrenched in the constitution.
  4. The __________ interprets the charter.
  5. A public vote.
  6. _______ was forced to sign the magna carta.
  7. Who were hunted and killed?
  8. A fixed payment payed to someone each year.
  9. Assembly of First Nations
  10. The supreme court is made up of ______ judges.
  11. What in the charter allows for affirmative action.
  12. When you think that your idea’s are superior and the best.
  13. In the constitution there is the charter of rights, amending formula and the _______.

26 Clues: A public vote. • Assembly of First Nations • Who were hunted and killed? • When you act like a parent. • Being forced to do something. • Rights given by the the government. • It lets countries temporarily opt out. • The __________ interprets the charter. • Working together for mutual advantage. • When you make up for losses in the past. • ...

The Bill of Rights 2025-11-14

The Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The right to bear arms
  2. To set something right after being wrong
  3. This Amendment prohibits soldiers from staying in your home
  4. How many colonies there were originally
  5. The right to a public, quick, and unbiased trial
  6. Speaker at the convention in 1787
Down
  1. Group against The Bill of Rights
  2. I wrote The Bill of Rights
  3. Group suppressing the colonies
  4. I wrote The Declaration of Independence

10 Clues: The right to bear arms • I wrote The Bill of Rights • Group suppressing the colonies • Group against The Bill of Rights • Speaker at the convention in 1787 • How many colonies there were originally • I wrote The Declaration of Independence • To set something right after being wrong • The right to a public, quick, and unbiased trial • ...

Colonial America Crossword 2025 2025-09-19

Colonial America Crossword 2025 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. OF POWERS Three-branch system
  2. RIGHTS Life, liberty, property
  3. PARTY Boston protest
  4. OF BURGESSES First representative assembly
  5. Restrained
  6. NEGLECT British hands-off policy
  7. OF INDEPENDENCE Freedom document
  8. OF RIGHT Habeas corpus protection
  9. SENSE Independence pamphlet
  10. GOVERNMENT Elected delegates system
  11. Natural rights philosopher
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  1. CARTA Limited government principle
  2. Continental Army commander
  3. COMPACT Self-government agreement
  4. Independence drafter
  5. OF CORRESPONDENCE Colonial resistance networks
  6. III Revolution-era king
  7. Government income
  8. British settlement
  9. ACT Paper tax law
  10. ACTS British punishment laws
  11. SOVEREIGNTY Consent-based government
  12. OF GOVERNED People approve authority
  13. Trade ban
  14. BILL Parliamentary power document

25 Clues: Trade ban • Restrained • Government income • ACT Paper tax law • British settlement • Independence drafter • PARTY Boston protest • III Revolution-era king • Continental Army commander • Natural rights philosopher • SENSE Independence pamphlet • ACTS British punishment laws • OF POWERS Three-branch system • RIGHTS Life, liberty, property • NEGLECT British hands-off policy • ...

30 Terms Unit 5 Vocab Project 2017-05-08

30 Terms Unit 5 Vocab Project crossword puzzle
Across
  1. exercise clause/refers to the section of first amendment
  2. opinion/an opinion in a legal case
  3. document or label listing the contents of a package
  4. speech/speech directed at the overthrow of goverment
  5. published false statement that is damaging
  6. process clause/the 14th amendment ratified
  7. who is being sued or accused of committing a crime
  8. jurisdiction/ the ability to exercise judicial review by different courts at the same time, within the same territory, and over the same subject matter
  9. courts/A court of limited jurisdiction
  10. person who brings a legal action
  11. earlier event or action that is regarded as an example
  12. action of crime of making a false spoken statement
  13. opinion/be of the same opinion
Down
  1. of incorporation/constitutional doctrine through which selected provisions of bill of rights
  2. of certiorari/orders a lower court to deliver
  3. clause/the clause in the first amendment
  4. to a foreign country or nation
  5. of rights/the first ten amendments to U.S. constitution
  6. rights/the rights for all citizens
  7. official power to make legal decisions and judgements
  8. a limited or narrow outlook
  9. jurisdiction/the power of higher court
  10. jurisdiction/jurisdiction granted only to a particular court to the exclusion of others
  11. or speech inciting people
  12. opinion/a judicial opinion agreed to by more than half members of a court
  13. official document attesting a certain fact
  14. case/a body of rules and statues that defines conduct
  15. jurisdiction/the power to hear a case

28 Clues: or speech inciting people • a limited or narrow outlook • to a foreign country or nation • opinion/be of the same opinion • person who brings a legal action • opinion/an opinion in a legal case • rights/the rights for all citizens • jurisdiction/the power to hear a case • jurisdiction/the power of higher court • courts/A court of limited jurisdiction • ...

Revolutionary Characters 2016-10-12

Revolutionary Characters crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Wanted a strong central government
  2. Founded on set of beliefs
  3. First ten amendments to the Consitution
  4. Drafted the Consitution in 1787
  5. Associate Justice of Supreme Court
  6. Unlikely hero
  7. American farmers against tax collections
  8. View people deserve equal rights
  9. Fathered the Bill of Rights
Down
  1. Rural society greater than urban
  2. Financier of the Revolution
  3. Symbol for the American Dream
  4. Uprising against French monarchy
  5. First Consitution without real government
  6. Fought Revolution, created Constitution
  7. Baptists and evangelicals gained adherents
  8. Embodied America's democratic ideals
  9. Treaty of Amity, Commerce, Navigation
  10. Spreading of light and knowledge
  11. Founded big state financial capitalism

20 Clues: Unlikely hero • Founded on set of beliefs • Financier of the Revolution • Fathered the Bill of Rights • Symbol for the American Dream • Drafted the Consitution in 1787 • Rural society greater than urban • Uprising against French monarchy • Spreading of light and knowledge • View people deserve equal rights • Wanted a strong central government • Associate Justice of Supreme Court • ...

Paging Earth! 2020-09-16

Paging Earth! crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Rocker Sheryl
  2. Outside appearance
  3. Breakfast or lunch
  4. Prefix with ladder
  5. Hodgepodge
  6. Seaver's team
  7. Bill of ----
  8. Didn't hang up
  9. So. state
  10. Panty ---
  11. Ripped
  12. Type of student
  13. Popular shirt
Down
  1. Shaquille
  2. Word with year
  3. Shakespeare's stage
  4. Old CBS soap opera
  5. Garbage containers
  6. Digestive --- (food path)
  7. Remove wrinkles from
  8. Eagles' nests
  9. ' -- Alone'(film)

22 Clues: Ripped • Shaquille • So. state • Panty --- • Hodgepodge • Bill of ---- • Rocker Sheryl • Seaver's team • Eagles' nests • Popular shirt • Word with year • Didn't hang up • Type of student • ' -- Alone'(film) • Outside appearance • Old CBS soap opera • Breakfast or lunch • Prefix with ladder • Garbage containers • Shakespeare's stage • Remove wrinkles from • Digestive --- (food path)

Paige 3rd hour 2025-04-16

Paige 3rd hour crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a change to a motion/law
  2. right to reject a motion
  3. person who has deciding vote if it comes to a tie
  4. first ten amendments
  5. being a citizen in a certain country
  6. how many terms can a president serve
  7. federal, state, local
  8. which amendment gives you the right of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition
  9. branch that interprets laws
  10. governing body of a nation, state, or community
  11. amount of rights in Bill of Rights
Down
  1. branch that makes laws
  2. formal or organized vote
  3. branch that enforces laws
  4. type of government the U.S. has
  5. First Responders are an example of this level of government
  6. they make up the legislative branch
  7. document of our rights as citizens
  8. amount of senators each state has
  9. amount of justices on supreme court

20 Clues: first ten amendments • federal, state, local • branch that makes laws • a change to a motion/law • formal or organized vote • right to reject a motion • branch that enforces laws • branch that interprets laws • type of government the U.S. has • amount of senators each state has • document of our rights as citizens • amount of rights in Bill of Rights • ...

Unit 3 Review 2020-11-18

Unit 3 Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Sharing of power between the federal government and the states within a union.
  2. This amendment gives citizens the right to bear arms.
  3. Favored a weak central government and executive branch. Wanted a stronger state government. Required a Bill of Rights.
  4. Favored a strong central government with broad powers to tax, regulate trade, and include a strong executive branch.
  5. This amendment gives citizens protection from unreasonable search and seizure
  6. Everyone, including all authority figures, must obey the laws.
  7. No ________ without representation
  8. The first ten amendments to the US Constitution, ratified in 1791.
Down
  1. Each branch of the national government has certain controls (checks) over the other two branches.
  2. This amendment gives citizens Freedom of Religion, Assembly, Press, Petition, Speech
  3. Our constitution guarantees all citizens their unalienable rights found in the Bill of Rights.
  4. People rule.
  5. This amendment gives citizens Protection from quartering of soldiers
  6. This amendment gives citizens due process, double jeopardy, self-incrimination, eminent domain.
  7. limited government with elected representatives serving at the will of the people.

15 Clues: People rule. • No ________ without representation • This amendment gives citizens the right to bear arms. • Everyone, including all authority figures, must obey the laws. • The first ten amendments to the US Constitution, ratified in 1791. • This amendment gives citizens Protection from quartering of soldiers • ...

Bill Of Rights (Martin S.,Issac) 2022-09-28

Bill Of Rights (Martin S.,Issac) crossword puzzle
Across
  1. intentional or unintentional act of providing information that will suggest your involvement in a crime, or expose you to criminal prosecution
  2. take the place of an authority
  3. individual cannot be compelled by the government to provide incriminating information about herself
  4. case involved with criminals
  5. 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
  6. protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government
  7. guarantees freedoms concerning religion, expression, assembly, and the right to petition
  8. well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed
  9. can't be charged with the same crime twice from 5th amendment
  10. illegal confiscation
  11. forbids the forcible housing of military personnel in a citizen's home during peacetime and requires the process to be “prescribed by law” in times of war
Down
  1. The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people
  2. guarantees the rights of criminal defendants
  3. a legal dispute between one or two parties
  4. housing of soldiers in peoples homes
  5. powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people
  6. extends the right to a jury trial to federal civil cases such as car accidents, disputes between corporations for breach of contract, or most discrimination or employment disputes
  7. Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted
  8. weapons and ammunition
  9. legally specified period beyond which an action may be defeated or a property right is not to continue

20 Clues: illegal confiscation • weapons and ammunition • case involved with criminals • take the place of an authority • housing of soldiers in peoples homes • a legal dispute between one or two parties • guarantees the rights of criminal defendants • can't be charged with the same crime twice from 5th amendment • ...

The Constitution and Bill of Rights 2014-09-29

The Constitution and Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Part of the Constitution that discusses the Executive Branch
  2. Article VI of the Constitution that says Federal laws have more power than state laws
  3. Compromise that added population to southern states and took away the humanity from an entire race
  4. document added to appease anti-federalists into passing the Constitution
  5. Laws not belonging to the Federal government belong to the states
  6. Why did the brand new USA need to tax?
  7. First documenting governing an independent America
  8. No cruel and unusual punishment and no excessive bail
  9. Freedom of religion, speech, the press and assembly
  10. Small state plan that was unicameral and all states had equal representation
  11. Agreement that produced a bicameral government based on both equal representation and population
  12. Large state plan that was bicameral and had a strong central government
  13. Who led the rebellion in Massachusetts that showed highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles?
  14. Speedy trial with an impartial jury and right to an attorney
Down
  1. Federalist Paper 10 was concerned with the threat posed by
  2. one of biggest weaknesses under the Articles of Confederation was that the federal government couldn't
  3. The right to bear arms
  4. essays written in support of the new constitution
  5. Part of the Constitution that discusses the Judicial Branch
  6. gathering where the Constitution was written
  7. Part of the Constitution that discusses the Legislative Branch
  8. group that supported the new constitution
  9. group with all the power in Articles of Confederation
  10. People have other rights than just those listed in the Constitution
  11. No illegal search and seizure and requirement of a warrant
  12. No double jeopardy, no self-incrimination, due process and eminent domain
  13. group that was against the new constitution
  14. No quartering of soldiers

28 Clues: The right to bear arms • No quartering of soldiers • Why did the brand new USA need to tax? • group that supported the new constitution • group that was against the new constitution • gathering where the Constitution was written • essays written in support of the new constitution • First documenting governing an independent America • ...

I-X: The Bill of Rights 2017-02-19

I-X: The Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The right to assemble ___.
  2. You have the right to not pay ___ fines.
  3. The Sixth Amendment gives you “...the right to a speedy and public trial by an ___ jury…”.
  4. A right given in the First Amendment allowing U.S. citizens to express themselves freely. (3)
  5. Which amendment protects you from extreme or inconsistent punishment?(2)
  6. This right protects you from being charged with the same crime twice if you are innocent the first time.(2)
  7. A legal document from a court judge that allows the police or other body to administer justice is called a ___.
  8. ___ cases cannot be reviewed, or “reexamined” by any other court.
  9. The Tenth Amendment states that Congress has lots of powers, but those not listed in the U.S. Constitution belong to the ___.
  10. The Fourth Amendment protects you from unreasonable ___ and seizes.
  11. You cannot be ___ without a trial, and if you aren’t give one, you have been unconstitutionally denied justice.
Down
  1. This amendment protects soldiers from being housed in your home. (2)
  2. How many parts are there in the First Amendment?
  3. The Third Amendment was created because of the ___ that forced the colonists to house British soldiers. (2)
  4. Right to bear arms. (2)
  5. A right for the people that is similar to the elastic clause; the right to other rights not listed in the Constitution.(2)
  6. The government is not allowed to take away your life, freedom, or property without a ___.(2)
  7. A military force that replaces a regular army in times of emergency is called a ____.
  8. Trial by ___ is allowed in many civil cases “where the value of controversy shall exceed $20.
  9. The Miranda Rights, listed in the Fifth Amendment, gives you the right to remain ___.

20 Clues: Right to bear arms. (2) • The right to assemble ___. • You have the right to not pay ___ fines. • How many parts are there in the First Amendment? • ___ cases cannot be reviewed, or “reexamined” by any other court. • The Fourth Amendment protects you from unreasonable ___ and seizes. • This amendment protects soldiers from being housed in your home. (2) • ...

Unit 4: Constitution & Bill of Rights 2022-03-05

Unit 4: Constitution & Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a judicial opinion that is joined by more than half the judges deciding a case.
  2. the branch of government responsible for carrying out and enforcing laws
  3. powers that are not specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution
  4. a body of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state or other organization is acknowledged to be governed
  5. powers that are shared by both the federal government and state governments
  6. the rulers use power following established principles and procedures based on a constitution
  7. a doctrine in political theory that government is created by and subject to the will of the people.
  8. an indirect veto of a legislative bill by the president or a governor by retaining the bill unsigned until it is too late for it to be dealt with during the legislative session
  9. executive, legislative and administrative actions are subject to review by the judiciary.
  10. committee a permanent committee that meets regularly
  11. provides Congress the power to fulfill its legal powers
  12. an action such as a prolonged speech that obstructs progress in a legislative assembly while not technically contravening the required procedures
  13. a joint committee of the United States Congress appointed by the House of Representatives and Senate to resolve disagreements on a particular bill
Down
  1. in charge of deciding the meaning of laws, how to apply them to real situations, and whether a law breaks the rules of the Constitution
  2. the powers of the national government explicitly listed in the Constitution.
  3. makes all laws, declares war, regulates interstate and foreign commerce and controls taxing and spending policies
  4. a mixed or compound mode of government that combines a general government with regional governments in a single political system, dividing the powers between the two
  5. an act of vesting the legislative, executive, and judicial powers of government in separate bodies
  6. a constitutional right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body
  7. the principle of government under which separate branches are empowered to prevent actions by other branches and are induced to share power
  8. the highest judicial court in a country or state.
  9. the separate judicial opinion of an appellate judge who disagreed with the majority's decision explaining the disagreement
  10. political powers granted to the United States government that isn't explicitly stated in the Constitution
  11. a charge of misconduct made against the holder of a public office

24 Clues: the highest judicial court in a country or state. • committee a permanent committee that meets regularly • provides Congress the power to fulfill its legal powers • a charge of misconduct made against the holder of a public office • the branch of government responsible for carrying out and enforcing laws • ...

The Bill of Rights & Amendments Review 2024-11-25

The Bill of Rights & Amendments Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This Amendment lowered the voting age to 18 years old.
  2. This amendment made slavery illegal in the U.S.
  3. The 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments are known as the _______ Amendments.
  4. This amendment gave African American men the right to vote.
  5. The 8th Amendment protects you against ______ punishments.
  6. The 1st Amendment protects your freedom of the ____, your right to write information publicly without punishment.
  7. The 5th Amendment protects your right to a _________, meaning a group of people decide your guilt or innocence.
  8. Women gained ____ with the passage of the 19th Amendment.
  9. The 23rd Amendment ended the use of _______.
  10. The 2nd Amendment protects your right to ________, meaning own weapons.
  11. The 4th Amendment protects you from unreasonable ______________.
Down
  1. The 5th Amendment protects against ____, meaning you do not have to admit your guilt.
  2. The 6th Amendment protects your right to a __________.
  3. The 1st Amendment protects your freedom of ____. The ability to speak freely.
  4. The 1st Amendment protects your freedom of _____, the right you have to address the government.
  5. The 7th Amendment protects your rights in ____ trials.
  6. This amendment made anyone born in the U.S. citizens.
  7. The 1st Amendment protects your freedom of _____, meaning you're free to practice any religion you wish.
  8. The 5th Amendment protects you from _____, meaning you can't be charged for the same crime twice.
  9. The 3rd Amendment says you do not have to ____, or house troops.
  10. This part of the 1st Amendment protects your ability to gather into groups.
  11. The 9th Amendment protects the ____ of the citizens.
  12. The 10th Amendment says any rights not given to the federal government belong to the ____ or the people.

23 Clues: The 23rd Amendment ended the use of _______. • This amendment made slavery illegal in the U.S. • The 9th Amendment protects the ____ of the citizens. • This amendment made anyone born in the U.S. citizens. • This Amendment lowered the voting age to 18 years old. • The 6th Amendment protects your right to a __________. • ...

The Bill of rights and the Constitution 2024-05-16

The Bill of rights and the Constitution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The ____________ helped to safeguard the federal and state government
  2. One of the 3rd branches
  3. What was the Constitution mainly about
  4. _____________ made the Bill of Rights
  5. What was the Bill of Rights mainly about
Down
  1. that Congress makes no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting its free exercise
  2. The ____ of Rights

7 Clues: The ____ of Rights • One of the 3rd branches • _____________ made the Bill of Rights • What was the Constitution mainly about • What was the Bill of Rights mainly about • The ____________ helped to safeguard the federal and state government • that Congress makes no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting its free exercise

constitution 2022-02-14

constitution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. contributed to the "ratification" of the constitution by making the federalist papers
  2. the man who proposed the Connecticut compromise
  3. allowed the convention members to reach compromises
  4. helped at the Convention in drafting the Constitution's "Preamble"
  5. the first ten amendments that give the citizens rights
  6. the man who wrote the judiciary act
Down
  1. where ageist the constitution
  2. the man who proposed the Bill of Rights
  3. the people who said to add amendments that protect individual liberties like the Bill of Rights
  4. a piece of paper that explains the laws of the U.S

10 Clues: where ageist the constitution • the man who wrote the judiciary act • the man who proposed the Bill of Rights • the man who proposed the Connecticut compromise • a piece of paper that explains the laws of the U.S • allowed the convention members to reach compromises • the first ten amendments that give the citizens rights • ...

The Constitution Crossword 2024-09-01

The Constitution Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Fought for the Constitution as the law of land
  2. Fought for Bill of Rights before ratifying the Constitution
  3. Population number determines the number representatives a state has in this house.
  4. Year of Articles of Confederation
  5. 9th state to sign to approve the Constitution
  6. Year of delegates sent to convention called by Congress
  7. Two-house Congress
Down
  1. Number of states sending delegates to 1787 convention
  2. Compromise regarding population inclusion of slaves
  3. Each state receives one representative in this house
  4. The Great Compromise suggestee
  5. Year the Bill of Rights signed as law of the land
  6. System of dividing power among multiple levels of government
  7. A collection of 85 essays acknowledging the downfalls of the Constitution, but fighting for a stronger central government

14 Clues: Two-house Congress • The Great Compromise suggestee • Year of Articles of Confederation • 9th state to sign to approve the Constitution • Fought for the Constitution as the law of land • Year the Bill of Rights signed as law of the land • Compromise regarding population inclusion of slaves • Each state receives one representative in this house • ...

The Road to Civil Rights 2022-05-25

The Road to Civil Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, ______, and national origin.
  2. Bailey v. Patterson was the Supreme Court decision that said that racially segregated ________ facilities were unconstitutional.
  3. President John F. _____ asked for civil rights legislation, but was assassinated before the bill could be passed.
  4. ______ X was civil rights leader that disagreed with the non-violent methods of Dr. King.
  5. _____ v. Board of Education was the decision that said racial segregation in public schools was unconstitutional.
  6. The action of separating one group from another.
  7. Loving v. Virginia was the Supreme Court decision that said that state laws prohibiting interracial __________ is unconstitutional.
Down
  1. When one group is treated differently than another.
  2. The Voting Rights Act of 1965 prohibits any ______ on the right to vote.
  3. A political group that tried to keep Jim Crows in the south.
  4. The 24th Amendment ended the practice of poll _____.
  5. President Lyndon B. _________ helped push the civil rights bill through Congress.
  6. Thurgood ______ was the first African American Supreme Court Justice.
  7. The Little Rock ______ was the name for a group of students in Arkansas that integrated first in the state. They were escorted to and from school by federal troops.
  8. The _____ Citizens Council was a group that encouraged resistance to integration in schools.

15 Clues: The action of separating one group from another. • When one group is treated differently than another. • The 24th Amendment ended the practice of poll _____. • A political group that tried to keep Jim Crows in the south. • Thurgood ______ was the first African American Supreme Court Justice. • ...

chapter 24 2021-04-23

chapter 24 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. union
  2. gap
  3. war in space
  4. response
  5. of rights
Down
  1. dictator
  2. leadership
  3. court reforms
  4. hill
  5. race
  6. crisis
  7. Baines Johnson
  8. wall

13 Clues: gap • hill • race • wall • union • crisis • dictator • response • of rights • leadership • war in space • court reforms • Baines Johnson

government final 2023-05-16

government final crossword puzzle
Across
  1. : what group of people insisted on a bill of rights to be added to the constitution to protect citizens' rights
  2. : to protect the rights of individual liberty and the rights of persons accused of crimes
  3. : type of government that divides power between state, national and local
  4. The way the state maintains social order, enacts laws, and provides public services is called what?
  5. :What document suggested the Legislative branch have a House of Representatives & a Senate?
Down
  1. : The cornerstone of representation in our government (based on)
  2. : the need for a strong central government caused the downfall of this
  3. : federalist were concerned this would happen without a strong national government
  4. :What type of democracy do we have in the United States?
  5. : this group thought the best form of government is one in which elected leaders represent the interests of the people
  6. :how many amendments are in the bill of rights

11 Clues: :how many amendments are in the bill of rights • :What type of democracy do we have in the United States? • : The cornerstone of representation in our government (based on) • : the need for a strong central government caused the downfall of this • : type of government that divides power between state, national and local • ...

Citizens' Rights and Responsibilities Crossword 2025-12-16

Citizens' Rights and Responsibilities Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Freedom of speech, press, religion and "blank"
  2. system of transit lines, roads, bridges and tunnels
  3. Thomas Jefferson's political party
  4. This is the name of our introduction of our Constitution
  5. a citizen that has completed the official process of becoming a US citizen
  6. Rights given even if they are not listed in our Constitution
  7. Volunteer military
  8. To give evidence against
  9. Our second President of the United States
  10. President's ability to reject a bill from Congress
Down
  1. Person who enters the country in order to settle there
  2. Congress' ability to check the President with a 2/3rds majority vote
  3. The system of government with three levels (Local, State, National)
  4. Branch of government that interprets if law is "unconstitutional"
  5. This group of lawmakers consists of 100 people, 2 from each state
  6. The group of citizens led by Thomas Jefferson that demanded a Bill of Rights
  7. Document from England in 1215 that inspired our Constitution
  8. Branch of government that carries out the law
  9. The name of Senate and H.O.R. together is called "blank"
  10. Branch of government that MAKES LAWS

20 Clues: Volunteer military • To give evidence against • Thomas Jefferson's political party • Branch of government that MAKES LAWS • Our second President of the United States • Branch of government that carries out the law • Freedom of speech, press, religion and "blank" • President's ability to reject a bill from Congress • system of transit lines, roads, bridges and tunnels • ...

Mcdonald V CHhicago 2024-02-06

Mcdonald V CHhicago crossword puzzle
Across
  1. place where judges get assaulted by defendants
  2. after first
  3. pew pew
  4. to change for the better
  5. put the dukes up
  6. double wrap
Down
  1. bill of rights
  2. lil durk
  3. right to remain silent
  4. fancy word for pew pew
  5. clout
  6. selfish

12 Clues: clout • pew pew • selfish • lil durk • after first • double wrap • bill of rights • put the dukes up • right to remain silent • fancy word for pew pew • to change for the better • place where judges get assaulted by defendants

Final Crossword 2021-12-15

Final Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. supreme court
  2. favored big government
  3. Power resides with the people
  4. favored smaller government
  5. president
  6. president not signing a bill into law
  7. Freedom of religion
  8. No cruel and unusual punishment
  9. Right to trial by jury
  10. Protects from self incrimination
  11. Rights are those of the people
  12. Right to bear arms
  13. Right to a speedy and public trial
Down
  1. first 10 amendments
  2. keeps government controlled
  3. Soldiers can't stay in your home
  4. congress
  5. Protects from search and seizure
  6. gives a person all rights in the U.S.
  7. process to become a us citizen

20 Clues: congress • president • supreme court • Right to bear arms • first 10 amendments • Freedom of religion • favored big government • Right to trial by jury • favored smaller government • keeps government controlled • Power resides with the people • process to become a us citizen • Rights are those of the people • No cruel and unusual punishment • Soldiers can't stay in your home • ...

Constitution 2016-09-16

Constitution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. National Government
  2. two body
  3. elections
  4. Executive
  5. change
  6. law of the land Constitution
  7. 10 Bill of Rights
  8. 1 congress
Down
  1. Powers Reserved powers
  2. process article 5
  3. most power
  4. of the Constitution Preamble
  5. homeland
  6. welfare
  7. 7 Articles
  8. comes from the people Popular Sovereignty
  9. branch Judicial
  10. equality
  11. apply to everybody Rule of Law
  12. clause air force

20 Clues: change • welfare • homeland • two body • equality • elections • Executive • most power • 7 Articles • 1 congress • branch Judicial • clause air force • process article 5 • 10 Bill of Rights • National Government • Powers Reserved powers • of the Constitution Preamble • law of the land Constitution • apply to everybody Rule of Law • comes from the people Popular Sovereignty

Final Crossword 2021-12-15

Final Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Protects from search and seizure
  2. favored smaller government
  3. gives a person all rights in the U.S.
  4. Protects from self incrimination
  5. Right to a speedy and public trial
  6. keeps government controlled
  7. No cruel and unusual punishment
  8. Freedom of religion
  9. Right to trial by jury
  10. supreme court
Down
  1. Right to bear arms
  2. first 10 amendments
  3. Rights are those of the people
  4. president not signing a bill into law
  5. favored big government
  6. congress
  7. process to become a us citizen
  8. Soldiers can't stay in your home
  9. Power resides with the people
  10. president

20 Clues: congress • president • supreme court • Right to bear arms • first 10 amendments • Freedom of religion • favored big government • Right to trial by jury • favored smaller government • keeps government controlled • Power resides with the people • Rights are those of the people • process to become a us citizen • No cruel and unusual punishment • Protects from search and seizure • ...

Unit 3 Crossword 2026-01-06

Unit 3 Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Protected minority voting rights and banned literacy tests.
  2. Voting rights cannot be denied based on race.
  3. Selective incorporation of Bill of Rights
  4. Government censorship before publication.
  5. Case ruling enslaved people were not citizens.
  6. Bars illegally obtained evidence from being used in court.
  7. Protection against being forced to testify against oneself.
  8. Due process and equal protection
  9. Abolished slavery.
  10. Upheld Japanese internment during WWII.
  11. Protects the right to practice religion freely.
  12. Numerical requirement for representation in hiring or admissions.
  13. First ten amendments protecting basic freedoms
  14. The right to vote.
  15. Fee required to vote; used to suppress minority voters.
  16. Nonverbal expression protected as speech (e.g., flag burning).
  17. Negotiated agreement to plead guilty for a lesser charge.
  18. Protection against government
  19. Advertising; receives limited First Amendment protection.
  20. Granted women the right to vote.
  21. Proposed amendment guaranteeing gender equality.
Down
  1. Policies promoting opportunities for historically disadvantaged groups.
  2. SRAPP
  3. Banned discrimination in public accommodations and employment.
  4. Protects rights of individuals with disabilities.
  5. Overturned segregation in public schools.
  6. Established “separate but equal.”
  7. Implied right protecting personal autonomy.
  8. 8th Amendment protection against excessive penalties.
  9. Category of unprotected speech involving offensive sexual content.
  10. Unwelcome sexual conduct in workplace or school settings.
  11. First case striking down gender discrimination under equal protection.
  12. Protections against discrimination and unequal treatment.
  13. Banned poll taxes in federal elections.
  14. Requires states to treat individuals equally under the law.
  15. Idea that jobs of equal value deserve equal pay.
  16. Process applying the Bill of Rights to the states.
  17. Prohibits government from creating an official religion.
  18. Requires fair legal procedures before government can act.
  19. Written false statements that harm someone’s reputation.

40 Clues: SRAPP • Abolished slavery. • The right to vote. • Protection against government • Due process and equal protection • Granted women the right to vote. • Established “separate but equal.” • Banned poll taxes in federal elections. • Upheld Japanese internment during WWII. • Overturned segregation in public schools. • Selective incorporation of Bill of Rights • ...

Unit 2: Vocab Crossword 2023-01-31

Unit 2: Vocab Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Third on constitution Timeline
  2. government are created and sustained by the consent of its people
  3. Philosopher and president
  4. a colony granted to some individual
  5. an organization which consists of a number of parties or groups united in an alliance or league.
  6. Second on constitution timeline
  7. on the $100 Bill
  8. First on constitution timeline
  9. Fourth on constitution time line
  10. government only has those powers delegated to it by law
  11. impose (a tax, fee, or fine).
  12. withdraw from commercial or social relations
Down
  1. has 10 rights
  2. only person to sign four of the great state papers of the United States
  3. Charter of 1606
  4. minimum number of members of an assembly or society
  5. advocates or supports a system of government
  6. helped draft the Constitution of the United States.
  7. authorized to represent others
  8. consent to a treaty, contract, or agreement, making it officially valid.
  9. this is to revoke annul
  10. swearing a person into office

22 Clues: has 10 rights • Charter of 1606 • on the $100 Bill • this is to revoke annul • Philosopher and president • swearing a person into office • impose (a tax, fee, or fine). • Third on constitution Timeline • authorized to represent others • First on constitution timeline • Second on constitution timeline • Fourth on constitution time line • a colony granted to some individual • ...

CCoar_Revolutionarycrossword 2022-02-15

CCoar_Revolutionarycrossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. war over expansion
  2. Magna Carta
  3. signed bill of rights
  4. locke natural rights
  5. declared loyalty to the crown
  6. divine right
  7. beheaded charles 1
  8. in response to boston tea party
  9. peace talk in paris
  10. bloodless rebellion
  11. war was expensive causing...
  12. restored the monarchy
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  1. draft declaration of independance
  2. catholic dynasty
  3. installed republican government
  4. tax on most printed materials
  5. crispus attucks
  6. dissolved parliment
  7. thomas jefferson wrote draft
  8. "shot heard round the world"
  9. queen
  10. over absolute rule
  11. freedom of speech guy
  12. west of Appalachian mountains
  13. east india tea company had advantage cause of this

25 Clues: queen • Magna Carta • divine right • crispus attucks • catholic dynasty • war over expansion • over absolute rule • beheaded charles 1 • dissolved parliment • peace talk in paris • bloodless rebellion • locke natural rights • signed bill of rights • freedom of speech guy • restored the monarchy • thomas jefferson wrote draft • "shot heard round the world" • war was expensive causing... • ...

Government 2022-12-02

Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Lakeville is in this county
  2. laws that are related to crime
  3. Pay taxes, obey laws
  4. Minnesota has 87 of these
  5. purpose to enforce laws
  6. freedom to express yourself, practice religion
  7. like a city but more rural
  8. Lakeville's mayor
Down
  1. the Secretary of State oversees these
  2. government divided between national and state
  3. purpose to interpret laws
  4. The Bill of Rights is the first 10
  5. tracks the states finances
  6. made up of advisory council
  7. purpose to create laws
  8. written in 1787
  9. laws that refer to individuals or businesses
  10. The study of government
  11. There are two ways to become this
  12. our current governor

20 Clues: written in 1787 • Lakeville's mayor • Pay taxes, obey laws • our current governor • purpose to create laws • The study of government • purpose to enforce laws • purpose to interpret laws • Minnesota has 87 of these • tracks the states finances • like a city but more rural • Lakeville is in this county • made up of advisory council • laws that are related to crime • ...

The u.s constitution 2022-04-29

The u.s constitution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. every state has 2
  2. the supreme court
  3. franklin
  4. the right to have a Militia
  5. adams
  6. a person that signed the constitusion
  7. depends on the population of your state
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  1. the leader of the executive branch
  2. the way the goverment is separated in power
  3. of rights
  4. articles
  5. a person who fights for rights
  6. to not make a law
  7. includes the senate
  8. Hancock

15 Clues: adams • Hancock • articles • franklin • of rights • every state has 2 • the supreme court • to not make a law • includes the senate • the right to have a Militia • a person who fights for rights • the leader of the executive branch • a person that signed the constitusion • depends on the population of your state • the way the goverment is separated in power

Whitacre CRM Crossword 2022-11-29

Whitacre CRM Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A form of protest where people stop giving money to a business to get what they want
  2. People who rode buses and tried to get off at the same stops as a form of protest
  3. a non violent protest where people sat in restaurants and waited to be served
  4. March that turned violent because police attacked protesters
  5. Man who represented the NAACP during Brown vs board of education
  6. A group of students trying to enforce the anti school segregation laws
  7. President that helped pass civil rights bills and helped MLK
  8. Bill signed in 1965 to allow African Americans to vote without discrimination or tests.
Down
  1. Man who tried to get into the university of Mississippi
  2. bill signed in 1964
  3. Court ruling the established separate but equal
  4. A civil rights activist that made the I have a dream speech
  5. the commissioner of public safety in Birmingham that called for violence against african americans
  6. sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott
  7. Helped the civil rights act to pass (first and last name)

15 Clues: bill signed in 1964 • sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott • Court ruling the established separate but equal • Man who tried to get into the university of Mississippi • Helped the civil rights act to pass (first and last name) • A civil rights activist that made the I have a dream speech • March that turned violent because police attacked protesters • ...

Mcdonald V CHhicago 2024-02-06

Mcdonald V CHhicago crossword puzzle
Across
  1. place where judges get assaulted by defendants
  2. after first
  3. pew pew
  4. to change for the better
  5. put the dukes up
  6. double wrap
Down
  1. bill of rights
  2. lil durk
  3. right to remain silent
  4. fancy word for pew pew
  5. clout
  6. selfish

12 Clues: clout • pew pew • selfish • lil durk • after first • double wrap • bill of rights • put the dukes up • right to remain silent • fancy word for pew pew • to change for the better • place where judges get assaulted by defendants

The Documents 2022-09-27

The Documents crossword puzzle
Across
  1. What document was written in 1776?
  2. Colony named after King James I
  3. The VA Declaration of Rights mention life, liberty, -- and pursuit of happiness
  4. The rights of the colonists were established in the--
  5. limited the power of the king
  6. The Articles of Confederation had a -- Central Government
  7. Who wrote the Va Statutes of Religious Freedom
  8. Who wrote the VA Declaration of Rights
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  1. The D.O.I was a list of--
  2. What does consent mean?
  3. Which document served as a model for the bill of rights?
  4. Who was the D.O.I written to?
  5. The VA Statutes of Religious freedom would later lead to this document
  6. This king was forced to sign the Magna Carta
  7. The Articles of Confederation had no power to collect--
  8. Who wrote the D.O.I?
  9. What type of freedom did the VA Statutes of religious freedom grant?
  10. What is another term for charter
  11. What document was written in 1215?
  12. What was our first constitution?
  13. The Articles of Confederation had no power to

21 Clues: Who wrote the D.O.I? • What does consent mean? • The D.O.I was a list of-- • Who was the D.O.I written to? • limited the power of the king • Colony named after King James I • What is another term for charter • What was our first constitution? • What document was written in 1776? • What document was written in 1215? • Who wrote the VA Declaration of Rights • ...

100 TURNING POINTS 2024-10-02

100 TURNING POINTS crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Court case that established new judicial review in 1803.
  2. established laws and rights for US citizens
  3. Found in California in 1848
  4. arrived on the Mayflower in 1620.
  5. British soldiers killed five civilians
  6. Made in 1789 for the purpose of protecting citizens' rights, known as the Bill of ______. 14.
  7. System of trade of Africans in America, starting in 1619
  8. U.S. capitol burned by the British in 1814
  9. Invented by Samuel Morse in 1844
  10. “shot heard round the world “
  11. U.S. politician who led the Nullification Crisis in 1828
  12. Location where female suffragists met to discuss and plan women's rights movements.
  13. trials in Salem, Massachusetts in 1692.
  14. Act that led to forced relocation of Native Americans
  15. Canal started in 1817, then connected the Great Lakes
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  1. Ship that took the pilgrims towards america
  2. Native American that helped Pilgrims grow food. 4.
  3. Territory purchased by Jefferson from Napoleon in 1803
  4. Witch Trials
  5. Arrived in the new world in 1492
  6. First permanent English settlement located in the Americas.
  7. document signed by congress in 1776
  8. Declaration adopted to provide freedom for American citizens in 1776.
  9. ending the american revolution
  10. Native American leader whose war with settlers began in 1675. 8.
  11. One of the Native Americans that helped pilgrims
  12. Supreme Court case that stated African Americans could no longer be citizens.

27 Clues: Witch Trials • Found in California in 1848 • “shot heard round the world “ • ending the american revolution • Arrived in the new world in 1492 • Invented by Samuel Morse in 1844 • arrived on the Mayflower in 1620. • document signed by congress in 1776 • British soldiers killed five civilians • trials in Salem, Massachusetts in 1692. • U.S. capitol burned by the British in 1814 • ...

Youth and Law Unit 1 2021-09-28

Youth and Law Unit 1 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. moral or legal entitlement to have or to do something
  2. more serious crimes
  3. the percentage needed in the House of Representatives AND the Senate to get a bill initially passed
  4. a pre-law
  5. smaller crimes, less than one year of prison
  6. person is harmed in a civil law case
  7. meetings where citizens find out about decisions in their zone of influence
  8. regulates offences to individuals or group of individuals
Down
  1. court decision on a legal question tat guides future decisions
  2. number of members on a jury
  3. the rights all people have simply because they are human beings
  4. regulates offences to the public- breaks laws
  5. presidential power to block bills that they do not like or agree with
  6. person accused of doing something wrong in a civil law case
  7. a ruling or order maintained by a state (example: minimum wage)
  8. the type of court that hears appeals of lower courts
  9. Acronym of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
  10. number of supreme court justices

18 Clues: a pre-law • more serious crimes • number of members on a jury • number of supreme court justices • person is harmed in a civil law case • smaller crimes, less than one year of prison • regulates offences to the public- breaks laws • the type of court that hears appeals of lower courts • Acronym of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights • ...

Crossword Puzzle 2025-05-13

Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The last name of the writer of the Declaration of Independence.
  2. The leader of the continental army during the war to freedom lasts name.
  3. People who wanted the bill of rights and opposed the constitution.
  4. Changes to the constitution.
Down
  1. The bill of rights provided this for the peoples rights.
  2. People who approved the constitution.
  3. Last name of the leader of the bill of rights project.

7 Clues: Changes to the constitution. • People who approved the constitution. • Last name of the leader of the bill of rights project. • The bill of rights provided this for the peoples rights. • The last name of the writer of the Declaration of Independence. • People who wanted the bill of rights and opposed the constitution. • ...

unit 16 2025-01-15

unit 16 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. travel move
  2. Taylor swift
  3. paint mixing
  4. butter fly
  5. people around
  6. good talk
  7. to take control
  8. lead
Down
  1. meeting
  2. bill of rights
  3. I love your eyes
  4. 123
  5. football
  6. text

14 Clues: 123 • lead • text • meeting • football • good talk • butter fly • travel move • Taylor swift • paint mixing • people around • bill of rights • to take control • I love your eyes

Chapter 8 Vocab + Bill of Rights 2021-12-06

Chapter 8 Vocab + Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. based on Montesquieu; powers are divided among different branches of government to make sure no one branch gets too much power
  2. political theory that government is subject to the will of the people (people have the power)
  3. powers that belong to federal government
  4. to approve
  5. no cruel or unusual punishments
  6. the sharing of powers between the national and state government
  7. lawmaking branch of government (Congress; Senate and House of Representatives)
  8. system in which each branch of government checks or limits other branches so no one branch gets too much power
  9. government of the people
  10. freedom of religion, speech, press, assemble, and petition
  11. any power not listed in the Constitution is reserved for state governments
  12. first 10 amendments to the Constitution, strong fundamental rights of citizens
  13. power of the court to judge whether or not actions of other branches are unconstitutional
  14. powers not specifically defined in the Constitution; shall be entrusted to Congress
  15. final and supreme authority of US. SUPREME LAW OF THE LAND
  16. powers that belong to only the state governments
  17. right to bear arms (guns)
  18. Legislative, Executive, Judicial
  19. against ratifying Constitution; feared power of national government; wanted a Bill of Rights included to protect peoples' rights
  20. movement that promoted the idea that knowledge, reason and science would improve society
Down
  1. based on John Locke, basic rights and freedoms all humans are entitled
  2. no unreasonable searches and seizures; must have a warrant
  3. Executives, or carries out the law (Prez and Cabinet)
  4. government with limited powers strictly defined by law; no person or group is above the law
  5. intro to Constitution; starting GOALS
  6. an official change or addition to the Constitution
  7. delegates of Constitutional Convention who shaped Constitution
  8. we have other rights that are not listed in the Constitution
  9. right to a speedy and public trial
  10. includes the courts that settle disputes and questions of the law (Supreme Court and Federal Courts)
  11. government in which people rule through elected representatives
  12. England's lawmaking (legislative) body
  13. you can take someone to court, but value in question must exceed $20
  14. everyone deserves a trial; no double subjections
  15. supporters of Constitution and a stronger national government; feared disorder without it
  16. we do no have to take care of soldiers
  17. powers shared by state and federal governments

37 Clues: to approve • government of the people • right to bear arms (guns) • no cruel or unusual punishments • Legislative, Executive, Judicial • right to a speedy and public trial • intro to Constitution; starting GOALS • England's lawmaking (legislative) body • we do no have to take care of soldiers • powers that belong to federal government • ...

American Government/Civics - Bill of Rights 2025-10-27

American Government/Civics - Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. words meant to incite violence, inflict injury or ignite breach of the peace
  2. “plead the 5th” individuals cannot be forced to testify against themselves in court
  3. a person can’t be deprived of life or liberty or property without legal procedures and safeguards so that no prejudicial or unequal treatment will resulteminent domain - the government can take private property for public use - owners must be justly compensated
  4. cannot be tried for the same crime twice
  5. acting in a non-biased way
  6. sufficient reason based on known facts to believe a crime has been committed or that certain property is connected with a crime
  7. taking possession of a person or property by legal process
Down
  1. cases that are filed by the state against a person accused of breaking a criminal laweminent domain - the government can take private property for public use - owners must be justly compensatedeminent domain - the government can take private property for public use - owners must be justly compensated
  2. writing/printing false or damaging statements that hurts someone’s reputation
  3. a document issued by a court that gives the police the power to do something (arrest/search/seize)
  4. actions that go along with the speech; nonverbal communication that expresses a message or belief
  5. making false or damaging statements that hurts someone’s reputation
  6. the government can take private property for public use - owners must be justly compensated
  7. first 10 Amendments to the Constitution;it spells out Americans' rights in relation to their government
  8. does not decide guilt or innocence they just decide if there is enough evidence to go to trial
  9. cases that are not criminal in nature but are for monetary damages EXAMPLE: divorce or child support proceedings
  10. the right to express oneself, speak, think, and act without fear of retaliation. It also includes the right to receive, share, and seek information through any media. Can include things that are found to be offensive
  11. words that could clearly and immediately cause someone to be injured or cause damage;Example:yelling "FIRE," in a crowded placeslander - making false or damaging statements that hurts someone’s reputation
  12. without a warrant or probable cause
  13. fundamental rights and freedoms that protect individuals from government actions that infringe on their rights

20 Clues: acting in a non-biased way • without a warrant or probable cause • cannot be tried for the same crime twice • taking possession of a person or property by legal process • making false or damaging statements that hurts someone’s reputation • words meant to incite violence, inflict injury or ignite breach of the peace • ...

Vocab and Bill of Rights BWG 2021-12-07

Vocab and Bill of Rights BWG crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Government of the people.
  2. Belong to federal government.
  3. Distribution of infinity stones.
  4. Why I can feel safe in my house.
  5. Why I can say bad things about the president.
  6. Legislative, executive, & judicial.
  7. First 10 amendments.
  8. England's legislature.
  9. To approve.
  10. Someone who opposed a strong federal government; thought constitution needed a bill of rights.
  11. No one above the law.
  12. Delegates that made constitution.
  13. Why I can't be sent to prison without a jury agreeing.
  14. Supreme law of the land.
  15. Addition to the constitution.
  16. Why I still have rights not in the constitution.
  17. Belong to federal and state governments.
Down
  1. Belong to state governments.
  2. People elect representatives.
  3. Makes laws; HoR and Senate.
  4. Movement promoting the idea science and knowledge can benefit society.
  5. Government is subject to peoples' will.
  6. Sharing of powers between federal and state governments.
  7. Why I don't have to bring you to trial over $10.
  8. How branches can counter others.
  9. Power of the judicial branch to check if actions of other branches are constitutional.
  10. Why I can't await trial for 10 years.
  11. Why I can't be tortured by the government.
  12. Courts that settle disputes of states.
  13. Why I should be allowed to have a tank.
  14. Introduction to constitution; states goals.
  15. Powers not mentioned in constitution.
  16. Things all humans are entitled to.
  17. Why I don't have to feed the armed forces.
  18. Carries out law; Pres., VP, and cabinet.
  19. Someone who supported a strong federal government; liked constitution.
  20. Why I can have powers not listed in the constitution.

37 Clues: To approve. • First 10 amendments. • No one above the law. • England's legislature. • Supreme law of the land. • Government of the people. • Makes laws; HoR and Senate. • Belong to state governments. • People elect representatives. • Belong to federal government. • Addition to the constitution. • How branches can counter others. • Distribution of infinity stones. • ...

Review - Judiciary & The Bill Of Rights 2021-11-30

Review - Judiciary & The Bill Of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. In Tinker v. Des Moines, the Supreme Court ruled that students protesting against the Vietnam War by wearing black armbands were protected by the __________ amendment.
  2. One reason the United States Constitution is considered a flexible document is that it includes the __________ clause.
  3. The __________ amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects the people from having to house and feed soldiers.
  4. Many hunters and gun enthusiasts claim that gun control laws such as requirements for background checks and waiting periods before acquiring a weapon violate their right to bear arms protected by the __________ amendment.
  5. Thurgood __________ was the first African American to serve on the United States Supreme Court.
  6. __________ amendment states that powers that are not given to the U.S. government by the Constitution are reserved to the states, or people?
  7. The __________ Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects the right of the accused to have a speedy trial by jury and to be assisted by an attorney.
  8. The__________ amendment to the U.S. Constitution expanded the right to vote by granting suffrage to all men regardless of race.
  9. The twenty sixth amendment to the U.S. Constitution expanded the right to vote by lowering the voting age to __________.
  10. Supreme Court Justices may serve on the court until you chose to resign or __________?
  11. Judicial review is the power to decide whether or not a law or government action is __________.
  12. The __________ amendment to the U.S. Constitution expanded the right to vote by granting suffrage to women.
Down
  1. The supreme Court gained the power of __________ as a result of 1803 case called Marbury v. Madison.
  2. Originally, the Bill of Rights protected individual liberties from the United States government [not the state governments.] The __________ amendment to the U.S. Constitution extended Bill of Rights protections to the state level.
  3. Sandra Day O'Connor was the first woman to serve as a Supreme Court __________.
  4. Government is not permitted to promote religious beliefs because of the __________ clause of the first amendment.
  5. In New Jersey v. T.L.O., the Supreme Court restricted student’s __________ amendment protections against unreasonable searches and seizures on school grounds.
  6. In Engel v. Vitale, the Supreme Court decided that organized __________ in public schools violates the first amendment prohibition against the establishment of religion.
  7. The __________ Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees freedom from having to testify against yourself.
  8. Many opponents of death penalty claim that it should be ruled unconstitutional because the ___________ amendment does not allow “cruel and unusual” punishments.
  9. How many Justices currently serve on the U.S. Supreme Court.
  10. United States Courts of Appeals [sometimes referred to as circuit courts] form the intermediate level of the federal court system. Each of these courts is responsible for a geographic area called a "circuit." How many judicial circuits are there in the United States.
  11. Justices of the U.S. Supreme Court must be nominated by the President and confirmed by the __________.
  12. To argue a case in court, a person or a group must show that he, she, or they have suffered a damage, loss, or injury of some sort. Otherwise, the case will be dismissed because the plaintiff doesn't have __________.

24 Clues: How many Justices currently serve on the U.S. Supreme Court. • Sandra Day O'Connor was the first woman to serve as a Supreme Court __________. • Supreme Court Justices may serve on the court until you chose to resign or __________? • Thurgood __________ was the first African American to serve on the United States Supreme Court. • ...

The Constitution and Bill of Rights 2022-02-28

The Constitution and Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. an addition or alteration made to a constitution, statute, or legislative bill or resolution.
  2. residual powers, or residuary powers are the powers that are neither prohibited nor explicitly given by law to any organ of government. Such powers, as well as general power of competence, are given because it is impractical to detail in legislation every act allowed to be carried out by the state.
  3. highest court in the federal judiciary of the United States of America.
  4. all citizens and institutions within a country, state, or community, no matter authority and position, are accountable to the same laws.
  5. powers of a federal state that are shared by both the federal government and each constituent political unit, such as a state or province.
  6. a joint committee of the United States Congress appointed by the House of Representatives and Senate to resolve disagreements on a particular bill. A conference committee is usually composed of senior members of the standing committees of each house that originally considered the legislation.
  7. system of courts that adjudicates legal disputes/disagreements and interprets, defends, and applies the law in legal cases.; supreme court, state courts, and local courts
  8. an opinion in a legal case in certain legal systems written by one or more judges expressing disagreement with the majority opinion of the court which gives rise to its judgment.
  9. a constitutional right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body.
  10. concept of a government limited in power. It is a key concept in the history of liberalism.
  11. political powers granted to the United States government that aren't explicitly stated in the Constitution. They're implied to be granted because similar powers have set a precedent.
  12. the principle that the authority of a state and its government are created and sustained by the consent of its people, through their elected representatives, who are the source of all political power.
  13. a judicial opinion agreed to by more than half of the members of a court.
  14. review by the US Supreme Court of the constitutional validity of a legislative act.
  15. the powers of the national government explicitly listed in the Constitution
  16. makes laws; made up of Senate and House of Representatives (the two make up Congress) who are voted in by the people
  17. a clause in Article I, Section 8 of the United States Constitution: The Congress shall have Power... To make all Laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into Execution the foregoing Powers, and all other Powers vested by this Constitution in the Government of the United States, or in any Department or Officer thereof.
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  1. powers held by a sovereign state. In the United States, the President derives these powers from the loosely worded statements in the Constitution that "the executive Power shall be vested in a President" and the president should "take care that the laws be faithfully executed".
  2. an indirect veto of a legislative bill by the president or a governor by retaining the bill unsigned until it is too late for it to be dealt with during the legislative session.
  3. counterbalancing influences by which an organization or system is regulated, typically those ensuring that political power is not concentrated in the hands of individuals or groups.
  4. not in accordance with a political constitution
  5. political procedure in which one or more members of a legislative body prolong debate on proposed legislation so as to delay or entirely prevent a decision.
  6. e permanent legislative panels established by the United States House of Representatives and United States Senate rules.
  7. an introductory and expressionary statement in a document that explains the document's purpose and underlying philosophy.
  8. mode of government that combines a general government with regional governments in a single political system, dividing the powers between the two.
  9. a compound of ideas, attitudes, and patterns of behavior elaborating the principles the government is based on
  10. a separate clause or paragraph of a legal document or agreement, typically one outlining a single rule or regulation.
  11. the division of a state's government into branches, each with separate, independent powers and responsibilities, so that the powers of one branch are not in conflict with those of the other branches.
  12. enforces law, and has responsibility for the governance of a state; president, vice president, cabinet, executive departments, independent agencies, and other boards, commissions, and committees.
  13. the process by which a legislative body or other legally constituted tribunal initiates charges against a public official for misconduct.

30 Clues: not in accordance with a political constitution • highest court in the federal judiciary of the United States of America. • a judicial opinion agreed to by more than half of the members of a court. • the powers of the national government explicitly listed in the Constitution • a constitutional right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body. • ...

Bill Of Rights (Martin S.,Issac) 2022-09-28

Bill Of Rights (Martin S.,Issac) crossword puzzle
Across
  1. intentional or unintentional act of providing information that will suggest your involvement in a crime, or expose you to criminal prosecution
  2. take the place of an authority
  3. individual cannot be compelled by the government to provide incriminating information about herself
  4. case involved with criminals
  5. 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
  6. protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government
  7. guarantees freedoms concerning religion, expression, assembly, and the right to petition
  8. well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed
  9. can't be charged with the same crime twice from 5th amendment
  10. illegal confiscation
  11. forbids the forcible housing of military personnel in a citizen's home during peacetime and requires the process to be “prescribed by law” in times of war
Down
  1. The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people
  2. guarantees the rights of criminal defendants
  3. a legal dispute between one or two parties
  4. housing of soldiers in peoples homes
  5. powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people
  6. extends the right to a jury trial to federal civil cases such as car accidents, disputes between corporations for breach of contract, or most discrimination or employment disputes
  7. Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted
  8. weapons and ammunition
  9. legally specified period beyond which an action may be defeated or a property right is not to continue

20 Clues: illegal confiscation • weapons and ammunition • case involved with criminals • take the place of an authority • housing of soldiers in peoples homes • a legal dispute between one or two parties • guarantees the rights of criminal defendants • can't be charged with the same crime twice from 5th amendment • ...

3 Branches and Bill of Rights 2022-05-25

3 Branches and Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. unbiased jury
  2. Branch that enforce laws
  3. Free to print what you want on a newspaper
  4. a complaint
  5. to fix a complaint
  6. Limits of fines and punishments
  7. Branch that makes the laws
  8. Search and Seizure
  9. The right to Bear Arms
  10. official document to search
  11. Free to meet publicly and privately
  12. Trial by Jury in Civil Cases
  13. Five freedoms
  14. forbidden
  15. is an example
  16. Free to believe in any religion you want
Down
  1. Free to say what you want
  2. Quartering Troops
  3. Branch that interprets the laws
  4. untrained army
  5. a gathering
  6. Rights of Accused Person
  7. to approve
  8. Right to a Speedy, Public Trial
  9. Free to ask the government to fix a wrong or change a policy
  10. Powers of the States and People
  11. convicted criminal
  12. Rights of the People

28 Clues: forbidden • to approve • a gathering • a complaint • unbiased jury • Five freedoms • is an example • untrained army • Quartering Troops • to fix a complaint • Search and Seizure • convicted criminal • Rights of the People • The right to Bear Arms • Branch that enforce laws • Rights of Accused Person • Free to say what you want • Branch that makes the laws • official document to search • ...

Creating a Government 2 2025-10-29

Creating a Government 2 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Proposed adding a Bill of Rights to the Constitution.
  2. It was decided that 60% of enslaved population counted for taxes and representation
  3. Process to allow areas in the NW Territory to become states
  4. Needed ______________free settlers to apply for statehood
  5. Each state has two senators
  6. Could not tax, collect state debts, draft an army were all _____________ of the Articles
  7. AOC did not have a ___________________ to run the country
  8. Opposed ratification without a Bill of Rights
  9. Representation based on population
  10. Favored large states
  11. Supported ratification of the Constitution
  12. Year the Constitution was written
  13. Protects individual freedoms
Down
  1. Father of the Constitution (last name)
  2. President of the Convention (last name)
  3. Ended the American Revolution and was considered a success under the AOC.
  4. First constitution/government of the United States
  5. AOC made it hard to pass laws - _____ out of 13 states had to approve
  6. Created a bicameral Congress
  7. AOC gave more power to the ____________than the national government
  8. Demonstrated the weakness of the AoC
  9. Favored small states

22 Clues: Favored small states • Favored large states • Each state has two senators • Created a bicameral Congress • Protects individual freedoms • Year the Constitution was written • Representation based on population • Demonstrated the weakness of the AoC • Father of the Constitution (last name) • President of the Convention (last name) • Supported ratification of the Constitution • ...

vocab words 2017-09-28

vocab words crossword puzzle
Across
  1. restricting the freedoms of African Americans
  2. not passing bill
  3. required citizenship to all people in US
  4. restored rights to southerners who took loyalty to US
  5. sweeping social changes were needed in the south
  6. slaves are free
  7. people cannot be denied right to vote based on race
Down
  1. charging federal officials for a crime
  2. keep black people from obtaining civil rights
  3. more voters pledge loyalty
  4. divided south into 5 military territories
  5. 10% of voters, slavery becomes illegal
  6. poor white southerners
  7. provided help for southerners
  8. gave equal rights to black people

15 Clues: slaves are free • not passing bill • poor white southerners • more voters pledge loyalty • provided help for southerners • gave equal rights to black people • charging federal officials for a crime • 10% of voters, slavery becomes illegal • required citizenship to all people in US • divided south into 5 military territories • keep black people from obtaining civil rights • ...

articles of confederation 2022-12-13

articles of confederation crossword puzzle
Across
  1. articles of ________
  2. something you need to follow
  3. ______ of confederation
Down
  1. people fight for _____
  2. ____ of rights
  3. red,white,and blue
  4. bill of______

7 Clues: bill of______ • ____ of rights • red,white,and blue • articles of ________ • people fight for _____ • ______ of confederation • something you need to follow

WE <3 YOU MR. HOMAN - from Silva homeroom 2023-04-04

WE <3 YOU MR. HOMAN - from Silva homeroom crossword puzzle
Across
  1. your biking buddy
  2. Bill of Rights
  3. subject you teach
  4. BAME product example
  5. country you live in
  6. your history room number
Down
  1. opposite of warm
  2. basis of US govt.
  3. BAME currency
  4. what you are
  5. you
  6. I LOVE _________
  7. RISE LIKE A _______
  8. earth
  9. mini economy
  10. spacing
  11. Christian, Anglican, etc.
  12. wealth, votes, force
  13. BIG

19 Clues: you • BIG • earth • spacing • what you are • mini economy • BAME currency • Bill of Rights • opposite of warm • I LOVE _________ • your biking buddy • basis of US govt. • subject you teach • RISE LIKE A _______ • country you live in • BAME product example • wealth, votes, force • your history room number • Christian, Anglican, etc.

Civil War Cross Word Puzzle 2023-03-06

Civil War Cross Word Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Governor of Texas
  2. United states 16th president
  3. a change made to a law bill or document
  4. tax placed on imported goods
  5. a person who punishes criminals
  6. refusal by a head governor
  7. rights rights belonging to all citizens
  8. an official order
  9. The enlisting of a armed forces person
  10. wanted to keep slaves
  11. Texan governor
Down
  1. part to support slavery
  2. a supreme court judge
  3. part of state or other area marked off
  4. party to stop slavery
  5. A country fighting for slaves
  6. action to stop transportation
  7. wanted to end slavery
  8. Texas's first confederate Governor

19 Clues: Texan governor • Governor of Texas • an official order • a supreme court judge • party to stop slavery • wanted to end slavery • wanted to keep slaves • part to support slavery • refusal by a head governor • United states 16th president • tax placed on imported goods • A country fighting for slaves • action to stop transportation • a person who punishes criminals • ...

Yr 10 History Strand 1 & 2 Revision 2024-07-10

Yr 10 History Strand 1 & 2 Revision crossword puzzle
Across
  1. developing of factories
  2. _________________ vote in general elections
  3. also known as grassroots level (within your village)
  4. rights rights to political freedom and social equality
  5. a ___________ leads a country
  6. _______________ run for general elections
  7. later becomes a law
  8. obligations in a society or a social group
Down
  1. various cultures in a society
  2. shifts of customs and cultures in societies
  3. comes from the word depend
  4. relating to population
  5. joint groups of resistance
  6. government's principles
  7. volunteer services
  8. interacting together for the same cause
  9. lawmaking body in any government
  10. being in a higher position but no responsibilities
  11. getting gain

19 Clues: getting gain • volunteer services • later becomes a law • relating to population • developing of factories • government's principles • comes from the word depend • joint groups of resistance • various cultures in a society • a ___________ leads a country • lawmaking body in any government • interacting together for the same cause • _______________ run for general elections • ...

GA Studies CrossWord Puzzle 2023-05-02

GA Studies CrossWord Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Money paid by citizens
  2. Rules on wills and estates, marriage, and firearm licenses
  3. Government branch responsible for creating laws
  4. Fills in for President of the Senate when he is absent
  5. Responsible for interpreting the laws
  6. Supervise and monitor elections of the state
  7. Highest court in GA
  8. A permanent committee
  9. Deals with laws in which a person has broken a law
  10. Crated when the house and senate writes different versions of a bill
  11. A political system that allows one branch to prevent another from having too much power
  12. A group of individuals who share common beliefs and ideas
  13. Protected rights found in the US Bill of Rights
Down
  1. Leader of the Senate
  2. Commitee traded for special purpose
  3. Consisting of the House of Representatives and the Senate
  4. Deals with law created to deal with relationships amongst individuals
  5. A committe made up of members of the Senate and House
  6. A list of rights and freedoms found in both GA and US Constitutions
  7. Presiding officers of the House of Representatives
  8. Seeking a new trial after a court decision
  9. Executive branch second in command
  10. Head of the Executive Branch
  11. Principle that limits the powers vested in one person for branch of government
  12. A representative whose role is to promote the interests of the governor

25 Clues: Highest court in GA • Leader of the Senate • A permanent committee • Money paid by citizens • Head of the Executive Branch • Executive branch second in command • Commitee traded for special purpose • Responsible for interpreting the laws • Seeking a new trial after a court decision • Supervise and monitor elections of the state • Government branch responsible for creating laws • ...

Vocab 2022-11-18

Vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. of Representatives
  2. fire
  3. Compromise
  4. of Rights
  5. people
  6. sharp
Down
  1. fast
  2. group of powerful people
  3. Plan
  4. Branch
  5. Jersey Plan

11 Clues: fast • Plan • fire • sharp • Branch • people • of Rights • Compromise • Jersey Plan • of Representatives • group of powerful people

Introduction to the Bill of Rights 2022-03-03

Introduction to the Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. believe in strong central gov.
  2. highest form of law
  3. first 10 amendments
  4. freedoms
  5. section of constitution
  6. preferred weak central gov.
Down
  1. a change made to the
  2. Bill of Rights author
  3. to give formal consent
  4. a proposed law that has not passed
  5. protection from unfair treatment

11 Clues: freedoms • highest form of law • first 10 amendments • a change made to the • Bill of Rights author • to give formal consent • section of constitution • preferred weak central gov. • believe in strong central gov. • protection from unfair treatment • a proposed law that has not passed

reconstruction crossword 2022-03-04

reconstruction crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Thaddeus Stevens was ____schooled.
  2. Thaddeus Stevens hated Andrew ______.
  3. Stevens _____ in office.
  4. Stevens thought slavery was very _____.
  5. Thaddeus was born in 179_.
  6. Johnson was _____ in 1866.
  7. The ____ republicans believed white and blacks were to have the same rights.
  8. ____ African Americans were elected as congressmen.
  9. Thaddeus opposed _____ Johnson's policies.
  10. Thaddeus Stevens was born in _______.
  11. Andrew Jackson was President ______'s Vice.
  12. Johnson was the ___________ president.
Down
  1. Thaddeus ____ Freedmen's Bureau Bill.
  2. Period following the civil war.
  3. Andrew Johnson was not a _____ president.
  4. Johnson was a _____ before he ran for office.
  5. Andrew Johnson became _____ once Lincoln died.
  6. Republicans were appalled by Johnsons racism.
  7. Thaddeus Stevens _____ left when he was a boy.
  8. In 1866 they began to work on the civil ____ bill.
  9. Slavery ____ in the civil war.

21 Clues: Stevens _____ in office. • Thaddeus was born in 179_. • Johnson was _____ in 1866. • Slavery ____ in the civil war. • Period following the civil war. • Thaddeus Stevens was ____schooled. • Thaddeus ____ Freedmen's Bureau Bill. • Thaddeus Stevens hated Andrew ______. • Thaddeus Stevens was born in _______. • Johnson was the ___________ president. • ...

Vocab 2022-11-18

Vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. of Representatives
  2. fire
  3. Compromise
  4. of Rights
  5. people
  6. sharp
Down
  1. fast
  2. group of powerful people
  3. Plan
  4. Branch
  5. Jersey Plan

11 Clues: fast • Plan • fire • sharp • Branch • people • of Rights • Compromise • Jersey Plan • of Representatives • group of powerful people

term 1 2024-10-02

term 1 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Indian
  2. indian
  3. independance
  4. Washington
  5. across
  6. rights
  7. female
  8. sand ford
  9. telegraph
  10. second bank
  11. nullification
  12. boston
  13. jamestown
Down
  1. battle
  2. flower arrival
  3. fires
  4. slaves
  5. war
  6. constitutional
  7. discovery
  8. save
  9. canal
  10. salem
  11. Louisiana
  12. court

25 Clues: war • save • fires • canal • salem • court • battle • Indian • indian • slaves • across • rights • female • boston • discovery • sand ford • telegraph • Louisiana • jamestown • Washington • second bank • independance • nullification • flower arrival • constitutional

reconstruction crossword 2022-03-04

reconstruction crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Thaddeus Stevens was ____schooled.
  2. Thaddeus Stevens hated Andrew ______.
  3. Stevens _____ in office.
  4. Stevens thought slavery was very _____.
  5. Thaddeus was born in 179_.
  6. Johnson was _____ in 1866.
  7. The ____ republicans believed white and blacks were to have the same rights.
  8. ____ African Americans were elected as congressmen.
  9. Thaddeus opposed _____ Johnson's policies.
  10. Thaddeus Stevens was born in _______.
  11. Andrew Jackson was President ______'s Vice.
  12. Johnson was the ___________ president.
Down
  1. Thaddeus ____ Freedmen's Bureau Bill.
  2. Period following the civil war.
  3. Andrew Johnson was not a _____ president.
  4. Johnson was a _____ before he ran for office.
  5. Andrew Johnson became _____ once Lincoln died.
  6. Republicans were appalled by Johnsons racism.
  7. Thaddeus Stevens _____ left when he was a boy.
  8. In 1866 they began to work on the civil ____ bill.
  9. Slavery ____ in the civil war.

21 Clues: Stevens _____ in office. • Thaddeus was born in 179_. • Johnson was _____ in 1866. • Slavery ____ in the civil war. • Period following the civil war. • Thaddeus Stevens was ____schooled. • Thaddeus ____ Freedmen's Bureau Bill. • Thaddeus Stevens hated Andrew ______. • Thaddeus Stevens was born in _______. • Johnson was the ___________ president. • ...

Honors Final EOC Crossword 2025-05-06

Honors Final EOC Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. an addition to the U.S. Constitution; a rule that the government has to follow.
  2. the application of the Bill of Rights to the state governments.
  3. established the first national government of the U.S.
  4. the sharing of power between the national, state, and local governments
  5. Congress’s job to check on the work of government agencies
  6. the right to vote
  7. legal tradition
  8. the government’s plan for dealing with other nations
  9. the document that stated that everyone is equal because everyone has natural rights, and the purpose of government is to protect rights
  10. the document that starts with “We the People” and sets up the U.S. government; it is the law that the U.S. government has to follow.
  11. first secretary of the treasury, one of the authors of the Federalist Papers
  12. Father of the Bill of Rights, one author of the Federalist Papers
Down
  1. the first written social contract in the Americas.
  2. an association of people who unite to support a common goal
  3. the implied agreement between people and society
  4. each branch of government has the power to limit the powers of the other branches
  5. idea from the Magna Carta; government must follow legal steps when dealing with people accused on criminal behavior
  6. the judiciary’s power to declare a law or an executive action unconstitutional.
  7. interpreting the Constitution according to modern usage
  8. the number of Senators needed to stop
  9. represents the leadership of the U.S. military
  10. when Republicans control the House but Democrats control the Senate, e.g.
  11. the tactic of speaking to delay or kill a bill in the Senate
  12. government power is divided between three branches, each with their own roles, powers, and responsibilities
  13. a group that seeks control of the government to achieve its goals
  14. the president’s use of twitter, e.g.
  15. interpreting the Constitution by the way the Founders and Framers meant it.
  16. Presidential directives to the Federal Bureaucracy
  17. the grandma of the U.S. Constitution;
  18. how decisions are made in Congress

30 Clues: legal tradition • the right to vote • how decisions are made in Congress • the president’s use of twitter, e.g. • the number of Senators needed to stop • the grandma of the U.S. Constitution; • represents the leadership of the U.S. military • the implied agreement between people and society • the first written social contract in the Americas. • ...

Criminal Justice Quiz #1 2024-02-12

Criminal Justice Quiz #1 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. -trials final decision maker
  2. -suspicions supported by fact
  3. -search without a warrant is a ____ of people’s rights
  4. -bond
  5. -place and person
  6. -common character used in political cartoon representing the US
  7. - eighth amendment
  8. - Mapp vs ___
  9. -empty jails
Down
  1. - no crime can be tried twice
  2. -athletic drug tests
  3. -drawing used as political commentary
  4. -case ___ was the monitoring and recording of a conversation without permission
  5. - percent of African American inmates
  6. 2nd step in 5-step process
  7. -entitled to a ___
  8. -bill of rights is inspired by who?
  9. -no legal warrant
  10. -respondent
  11. - first 10 amendments
  12. -told to you when detained

21 Clues: -bond • -respondent • -empty jails • - Mapp vs ___ • -no legal warrant • - eighth amendment • -athletic drug tests • - first 10 amendments • -entitled to a ___ • -place and person • 2nd step in 5-step process • -told to you when detained • -trials final decision maker • -suspicions supported by fact • - no crime can be tried twice • -bill of rights is inspired by who? • ...

gavins crossword 2020-09-29

gavins crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Jersey Plan
  2. Douglas
  3. Democracy
  4. Courthouse Surrender
  5. Wilkes Booth
  6. of Guadalupe Hidalgo
  7. Acts
  8. of Yorktown
  9. Hamilton
  10. Scott Case
  11. George III
  12. of Tears
  13. Proclamation
  14. Act
  15. Plan
Down
  1. of Trenton
  2. and Indian War
  3. War
  4. of 1763
  5. Act
  6. amendment
  7. Washington
  8. Destiny
  9. Democracy
  10. of 1812
  11. Purchase
  12. of Independence
  13. Trail
  14. Tea Party
  15. Jefferson
  16. Crow Laws
  17. of Rights

32 Clues: War • Act • Act • Acts • Plan • Trail • Douglas • of 1763 • Destiny • of 1812 • Hamilton • Purchase • of Tears • Democracy • amendment • Democracy • Tea Party • Jefferson • Crow Laws • of Rights • of Trenton • Washington • Scott Case • George III • Jersey Plan • of Yorktown • Wilkes Booth • Proclamation • and Indian War • of Independence • Courthouse Surrender • of Guadalupe Hidalgo

JaeLyn Bacan government 2023-09-18

JaeLyn Bacan government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Published a defense of the constitution of governments of the United States of America
  2. Proposed each state needed to be equally represented
  3. Helped pave the way for Federal Constitutional Convention of Philadelphia
  4. Wrote a bulk of essays that argued convincingly for ratification
  5. Feared it would give to much power to the government
  6. He had a spirit of pragmatic compromise and a strong desire for unity
  7. helped draft the Northwest Ordiance
Down
  1. Proposed the Constitution needed to have a Bill of Rights
  2. Father of the Constitution
  3. Helped create the Bill of Rights
  4. Thought the constitution would lead to disaster
  5. Advocated for a strong delegation between state and federal governments
  6. Wrote article one of the constitution

13 Clues: Father of the Constitution • Helped create the Bill of Rights • helped draft the Northwest Ordiance • Wrote article one of the constitution • Thought the constitution would lead to disaster • Proposed each state needed to be equally represented • Feared it would give to much power to the government • Proposed the Constitution needed to have a Bill of Rights • ...

Taylor's Bill of Rights Crossword Puzzle 2023-03-06

Taylor's Bill of Rights Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. right to a jury trial in most civil cases
  2. no double jeopardy,you can plead the fifth,and you must be stated your Miranda Rights
  3. no illegal search/seizure of property
  4. no excessive bail,no cruel and unusual punishment
  5. the bill of rights can't deny other rights previously held by the people
  6. the first ten amendments
  7. right to bear arms
  8. makes rulings on the meaning
  9. the amount of amendments
Down
  1. freedom of speech,religion,press,and assembly
  2. right to a speedy trial by an impartial jury
  3. reserved rights of the states
  4. you may sue the government for wrongs
  5. no quartering of troops in homes

14 Clues: right to bear arms • the first ten amendments • the amount of amendments • makes rulings on the meaning • reserved rights of the states • no quartering of troops in homes • no illegal search/seizure of property • you may sue the government for wrongs • right to a jury trial in most civil cases • right to a speedy trial by an impartial jury • ...

Final Exam 2023-05-16

Final Exam crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Type of government divides power between state, national and local... (8)
  2. The cause for the end of the Articles of Confederation was to .......... to amend (10)
  3. The cornerstone of representation in our government (6)
  4. The absence of government (5)
  5. Group of people that the Bill of Rights protects besides individual liberty (7)
Down
  1. A system of order for a nation or state (3)
  2. ...of Rights are the first 10 amendments
  3. Framer's believed in this(voting rights): (4)
  4. Type of democracy the U.S follows (2)
  5. Antifederalists believed what was needed to create a new constitution a .... central government (9)
  6. A preamble and seven articles that describe the way the government is structured and how it operates (1)

11 Clues: The absence of government (5) • Type of democracy the U.S follows (2) • ...of Rights are the first 10 amendments • A system of order for a nation or state (3) • Framer's believed in this(voting rights): (4) • The cornerstone of representation in our government (6) • Type of government divides power between state, national and local... (8) • ...

AP Goverment Crossword Puzzle Vocab Review- Unit 5 2025-05-22

AP Goverment Crossword Puzzle Vocab Review- Unit 5 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The belief that one’s political participation makes a difference in government decisions.
  2. The system of government agencies that enforce and implement laws.
  3. A power the president has to reject a bill passed by Congress.
  4. Multiple groups compete to influence policy.
  5. A group of people united by shared interests that may oppose the interests of others.
  6. Redrawing congressional districts after a census to reflect changes in population.
  7. Applying the Bill of Rights to the states through the 14th Amendment.
  8. A form of government in which citizens’ interests, welfare, and rights are protected.
Down
  1. The right to vote in political elections.
  2. Supporters of a strong central government and the U.S. Constitution.
  3. The process in which citizens vote to choose leaders and decide issues.
  4. Fundamental rights and freedoms protected from government interference.
  5. A political ideology focused on individual liberty and limited government.
  6. A previous court decision used to guide rulings in the future.
  7. Laws created and passed by Parliament or Congress, for example.
  8. A Senate tactic where debate is extended to block or delay a vote.
  9. A group that raises and spends money to influence legislation and outcomes of elections.
  10. A Federalist leader who supported a national bank and a strong national government.
  11. Manipulating the boundaries of districts to favor one political party or group.

19 Clues: The right to vote in political elections. • Multiple groups compete to influence policy. • A previous court decision used to guide rulings in the future. • A power the president has to reject a bill passed by Congress. • Laws created and passed by Parliament or Congress, for example. • The system of government agencies that enforce and implement laws. • ...

AP Goverment Vocab Review 2025-05-22

AP Goverment Vocab Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The belief that one’s political participation makes a difference in government decisions.
  2. The system of government agencies that enforce and implement laws.
  3. A power the president has to reject a bill passed by Congress.
  4. Multiple groups compete to influence policy.
  5. A group of people united by shared interests that may oppose the interests of others.
  6. Redrawing congressional districts after a census to reflect changes in population.
  7. Applying the Bill of Rights to the states through the 14th Amendment.
  8. A form of government in which citizens’ interests, welfare, and rights are protected.
Down
  1. The right to vote in political elections.
  2. Supporters of a strong central government and the U.S. Constitution.
  3. The process in which citizens vote to choose leaders and decide issues.
  4. Fundamental rights and freedoms protected from government interference.
  5. A political ideology focused on individual liberty and limited government.
  6. A previous court decision used to guide rulings in the future.
  7. Laws created and passed by Parliament or Congress, for example.
  8. A Senate tactic where debate is extended to block or delay a vote.
  9. A group that raises and spends money to influence legislation and outcomes of elections.
  10. A Federalist leader who supported a national bank and a strong national government.
  11. Manipulating the boundaries of districts to favor one political party or group.

19 Clues: The right to vote in political elections. • Multiple groups compete to influence policy. • A previous court decision used to guide rulings in the future. • A power the president has to reject a bill passed by Congress. • Laws created and passed by Parliament or Congress, for example. • The system of government agencies that enforce and implement laws. • ...

Freedom in America 2024-05-08

Freedom in America crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Decentralization
  2. Administrator
  3. Division
  4. Oversight
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  1. Introduction
  2. Constitutional
  3. Lawmaking
  4. Statesman
  5. Legal
  6. Freedom
  7. Self-governance
  8. Change

12 Clues: Legal • Change • Freedom • Division • Lawmaking • Statesman • Oversight • Introduction • Administrator • Constitutional • Self-governance • Decentralization

reveiw 2023-02-06

reveiw crossword puzzle
Across
  1. allowed the president to break up reserves
  2. prohibited alcohol
  3. cracked down on trusts
  4. is the process of acquiring citizenship
  5. regulated health and quality of food and drugs
  6. gave women the right to vote
  7. restricted Chinese immigration
  8. protects consumers
  9. is a collection of options for civilian involvement in government
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  1. a bill made for the benefit of a business
  2. the ability to elect senators for each state
  3. a law from congress
  4. placed a limit on immigration visas
  5. a business-controlled government group
  6. regulated domestic trade
  7. voting in person
  8. allowed for the acquisition of land

17 Clues: voting in person • prohibited alcohol • protects consumers • a law from congress • cracked down on trusts • regulated domestic trade • gave women the right to vote • restricted Chinese immigration • placed a limit on immigration visas • allowed for the acquisition of land • a business-controlled government group • is the process of acquiring citizenship • ...

the constitution and bill of rights 2022-03-07

the constitution and bill of rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Veto: an indirect veto of a legislative bill by the president or a governor by retaining the bill unsigned until it is too late for it to be dealt with during the legislative session.
  2. (especially in the US) a charge of misconduct made against the holder of a public office.
  3. and Balances counterbalancing influences by which an organization or system is regulated, typically those ensuring that political power is not concentrated in the hands of individuals or groups
  4. Sovereignty: the principle that the authority of a state and its government are created and sustained by the consent of its people, through their elected representatives, who are the source of all political power
  5. Opinion: a decision rule that selects alternatives which have a majority, that is, more than half the votes
  6. Powers: political powers granted to the United States government that aren't explicitly stated in the Constitution
  7. a minor change or addition designed to improve a text, piece of legislation, etc.
  8. Branch: branch of government charged with the execution and enforcement of laws and policies and the administration of public affairs
  9. a person engaging in unauthorized warfare against a foreign country
  10. of Law: the restriction of the arbitrary exercise of power by subordinating it to well-defined and established laws.
  11. Powers: powers which are shared by both the federal government and state governments
  12. Branch: in charge of deciding the meaning of laws, how to apply them to real situations, and whether a law breaks the rules of the Constitution
  13. Opinion: an opinion in a legal case in certain legal systems written by one or more judges expressing disagreement with the majority opinion of the court which gives rise to its judgment
  14. a preliminary or preparatory statement; an introduction
  15. Government: In political philosophy, limited government is the concept of a government limited in power. It is a key concept in the history of liberalism
  16. a piece of writing included with others in a newspaper, magazine, or other publication
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  1. Court: the highest federal court in the US, consisting of nine justices and taking judicial precedence over all other courts in the nation
  2. not in accordance with a political constitution especially the US Constitution, or with procedural rules
  3. the federal principle or system of government
  4. a constitutional right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body
  5. Committee: a permanent committee that meets regularly
  6. Branch: in charge of making laws
  7. of Powers: an act of vesting the legislative, executive, and judicial powers of government in separate bodies
  8. Powers: powers that are not specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution
  9. Review: review by the US Supreme Court of the constitutional validity of a legislative act.
  10. adherence to a system of constitutional government.
  11. Powers: the powers of the national government explicitly listed in the Constitution
  12. Powers: those not explicitly stated in the Constitution that allows the government to take actions, which are needed to efficiently perform essential duties.
  13. Committee: a temporary, ad hoc panel composed of House and Senate conferees formed for the purpose of reconciling differences in legislation that has passed both chambers

29 Clues: Branch: in charge of making laws • the federal principle or system of government • adherence to a system of constitutional government. • Committee: a permanent committee that meets regularly • a preliminary or preparatory statement; an introduction • a person engaging in unauthorized warfare against a foreign country • ...

Unit 4: Constitution & Bill of Rights 2022-02-24

Unit 4: Constitution & Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. powers that are shared by both the federal government and state governments(ex: the power to tax)
  2. that government is created by and subject to the will of the people
  3. has the power to create laws and frame public policies
  4. an explanation of the reasoning behind the majority decision of a supreme court
  5. powers are specifically granted to the federal government in Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution(ex: to declare war)
  6. The power to execute, enforce, and administer the law
  7. writing of important history in documents
  8. a permanent committee that meets regularly.
  9. an enlargement, not a constriction, of the powers expressly granted to Congress
  10. review by the US Supreme Court of the constitutional validity of a legislative act
  11. is a temporary, ad hoc panel composed of House and Senate conferees formed to reconcile differences in legislation that has passed both chambers
  12. Divide into central and various local governments
  13. the highest judicial court which is the last resort in a controversy
  14. powers not explicitly specified in the Constitution that enable the government to take actions necessary to efficiently perform essential duties(ex: regulating immigration)
  15. an indirect veto of a legislative bill by the president or a governor by retaining the bill unsigned until it is too late for it to be dealt with during the legislative session
  16. a constitutional government that is limited in its power and associated with John Locke’s theories
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  1. having a separation of government bodies;the 3 braches
  2. to charge with a crime or misconduct specifically to charge a public official
  3. an introduction that states the purpose
  4. a government that has limitations on what it can and cannot do, restricted through delegated and enumerated authorities
  5. the power to keep each other in check and make sure that one power becomes too powerful(branches of government check each other)
  6. an addition or alteration to the constitution
  7. the power to interpret laws, to determine their meaning, and to settle disputes that arise within the society
  8. not following the constitution
  9. political power reserved by a constitution to the exclusive jurisdiction of a specified political authority
  10. the separate judicial opinion of an appellate judge who disagreed with the majority's decision explaining the disagreement
  11. an action such as a prolonged speech that obstructs progress in a legislative assembly while not technically contravening the required procedures
  12. the restriction of the arbitrary exercise of power by subordinating it to well-defined and established laws.
  13. a constitutional right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body
  14. political powers granted to the United States government that isn't explicitly stated in the Constitution

30 Clues: not following the constitution • an introduction that states the purpose • writing of important history in documents • a permanent committee that meets regularly. • an addition or alteration to the constitution • Divide into central and various local governments • The power to execute, enforce, and administer the law • ...

Constitution and the Bill of Rights 2024-02-07

Constitution and the Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The freedom of speech is protected by the _____ Amendment
  2. The _________ Amendment protects you from unreasonable searches/seizures
  3. Article 5 is about amending the __________
  4. The Third Amendment protects us from the quartering of ______ during peace time
  5. The __________ Amendment protects against self incrimination
  6. Congress is part of the _________ branch of government
  7. Article 4 is about the relations between the _______
  8. Article __________ describes the judicial branch of government
  9. Article _______ sets up the executive branch of government
  10. Article ____________ is about the ratification of the Constitution
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  1. The first ten amendments of the Constitution are known as the Bill of _____
  2. The Sixth Amendment provides us with the right to a fair _____
  3. The Supreme Court is part of the ____________ branch of government
  4. The Seventh Amendment states that we have a right to a trial by jury in _____ cases
  5. _________ 1 describes the legislative branch of government
  6. The first paragraph of the Constitution is called the ______
  7. The ___________ Amendment states that citizens have other rights not listed in the Constitution
  8. Article _________ contains the oath of office
  9. The _____________ protects us from cruel and unusual punishments
  10. The President is head of the ________ branch of government
  11. The Second Amendment protects the right to bear ________
  12. The ________ Amendment says powers not specifically given to the national government are delegated to the states

22 Clues: Article 5 is about amending the __________ • Article _________ contains the oath of office • Article 4 is about the relations between the _______ • Congress is part of the _________ branch of government • The Second Amendment protects the right to bear ________ • The freedom of speech is protected by the _____ Amendment • ...

Unit 4 Bill of Rights Review 2024-02-23

Unit 4 Bill of Rights Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Designed to protect the rights of persons accused of crimes, including protection against double jeopardy, self-incrimination, and punishment without due process of law.
  2. Right to trial by jury in civil cases
  3. 1628. Signed by Charles I. No imprisonment without due cause; no taxes levied without Parliament's consent; soldiers not housed in private homes; no martial law during peace time.
  4. "Federalism" The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.
  5. principle that the law applies to everyone, even those who govern
  6. (1215) a charter limiting the power of the Monarch laying out individual freedoms that King John was forced to sign; it made the king obey the same laws as the citizens of his kingdom
  7. fair treatment through the normal judicial system
  8. A system in which power is divided between the national and state governments
  9. A principle of constitutional government; a government whose powers are defined and limited by a constitution.
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  1. forbids excessive bail and cruel or unusual punishment
  2. Protects Americans against unreasonable searches and seizures. No soldier, Gov agent, or police can search your home without a search warrant.
  3. An agreement between the people and their government signifying their consent to be governed
  4. The government may not house (quarter) soldiers in private homes without the consent of the owner
  5. states that people's rights are not limited to just those listed in the Constitution; "Implied" rights
  6. A system that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other branches in order to prevent abuse of power
  7. 1689. It guaranteed certain rights to English citizens and declared that elections for Parliament would happen frequently. Created a limited monarchy, a system in which they shared their power with Parliament and the people.
  8. 5 freedoms: speech, press, religion, assembly, petition
  9. Constitutional division of powers among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, with the legislative branch making law, the executive applying and enforcing the law, and the judiciary interpreting the law
  10. A belief that ultimate power resides in the people.
  11. Amendment includes the right to counsel, the right to confront witnesses, and the right to a speedy and public trial with a jury of peers.
  12. Right to bear arms
  13. the idea that all humans are born with rights, which include the right to life, liberty, and property

22 Clues: Right to bear arms • Right to trial by jury in civil cases • fair treatment through the normal judicial system • A belief that ultimate power resides in the people. • forbids excessive bail and cruel or unusual punishment • 5 freedoms: speech, press, religion, assembly, petition • principle that the law applies to everyone, even those who govern • ...

The Constitution and Bill of Rights 2020-02-03

The Constitution and Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The Legislative Branch
  2. Reminds people of their right to remain silent
  3. Saying something in court that could be used against you.
  4. The idea that the government's power comes from the people
  5. The system in which power is shared among the national and state governments.
  6. The first right in the First Amendment.
  7. When you get two thirds of the House or Senate to agree to something
  8. The Tenth Amendment is known as the ________________________.
  9. The first ten amendments
  10. A legislature with two houses
  11. The head of the executive branch
  12. Powers specifically granted to Congress are called _______________.
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  1. The Third Amendment protects against ___________ troops in homes.
  2. the power of the Supreme Court to decide if laws are unconstitutional
  3. The original constitution of the United States.
  4. Members in this house of Congress must be 30 years old
  5. Putting a person on trial more than once for the same crime
  6. This is the highest court in the government.
  7. The man who proposed the Bill of rights
  8. Where the functions of government are divided among three branches to prevent any one branch from gaining too much power.
  9. The Constitution establishes the principle of______________.
  10. The government must follow clear rules and act responsibly as it carries out the law.
  11. The System that allows one branch to limit the power of the other two.
  12. This allows Congress to pass laws that are deemed necessary.
  13. Members of this house have to be at least 30 years old.

25 Clues: The Legislative Branch • The first ten amendments • A legislature with two houses • The head of the executive branch • The man who proposed the Bill of rights • The first right in the First Amendment. • This is the highest court in the government. • Reminds people of their right to remain silent • The original constitution of the United States. • ...

Civil Rights Topic 1 2021-10-06

Civil Rights Topic 1 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Leader/Founder of CORE
  2. name of the president who had to intervene in little rock
  3. Civil Rights group that takes cases to the supreme/district court
  4. the act of speaking for a long time in order to block the passing of a bill
  5. surname of the man who challenged the board of education in 1954
  6. the US Legislative body
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  1. name given to separating white and black people
  2. southern democrats who opposed civil rights
  3. the month that the bus boycott began
  4. Civil Rights group set up my Martin Luther King
  5. surname of one of the civil rights activists involved in the bus boycott along with MLK
  6. 2 words that describes MLK's approach to civil rights
  7. martin luther king's religion
  8. capital of Alabama
  9. surname of the governor who closed the schools in Arkansas to stop desegregation after little rock
  10. name of the group set up to oversee the bus boycott

16 Clues: capital of Alabama • Leader/Founder of CORE • the US Legislative body • martin luther king's religion • the month that the bus boycott began • southern democrats who opposed civil rights • name given to separating white and black people • Civil Rights group set up my Martin Luther King • name of the group set up to oversee the bus boycott • ...

reconstruction crossword 2022-03-04

reconstruction crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Thaddeus Stevens was ____schooled.
  2. Thaddeus Stevens hated Andrew ______.
  3. Stevens _____ in office.
  4. Stevens thought slavery was very _____.
  5. Thaddeus was born in 179_.
  6. Johnson was _____ in 1866.
  7. The ____ republicans believed white and blacks were to have the same rights.
  8. ____ African Americans were elected as congressmen.
  9. Thaddeus opposed _____ Johnson's policies.
  10. Thaddeus Stevens was born in _______.
  11. Andrew Jackson was President ______'s Vice.
  12. Johnson was the ___________ president.
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  1. Thaddeus ____ Freedmen's Bureau Bill.
  2. Period following the civil war.
  3. Andrew Johnson was not a _____ president.
  4. Johnson was a _____ before he ran for office.
  5. Andrew Johnson became _____ once Lincoln died.
  6. Republicans were appalled by Johnsons racism.
  7. Thaddeus Stevens _____ left when he was a boy.
  8. In 1866 they began to work on the civil ____ bill.
  9. Slavery ____ in the civil war.

21 Clues: Stevens _____ in office. • Thaddeus was born in 179_. • Johnson was _____ in 1866. • Slavery ____ in the civil war. • Period following the civil war. • Thaddeus Stevens was ____schooled. • Thaddeus ____ Freedmen's Bureau Bill. • Thaddeus Stevens hated Andrew ______. • Thaddeus Stevens was born in _______. • Johnson was the ___________ president. • ...

reconstruction crossword 2022-03-04

reconstruction crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Thaddeus Stevens was ____schooled.
  2. Thaddeus Stevens hated Andrew ______.
  3. Stevens _____ in office.
  4. Stevens thought slavery was very _____.
  5. Thaddeus was born in 179_.
  6. Johnson was _____ in 1866.
  7. The ____ republicans believed white and blacks were to have the same rights.
  8. ____ African Americans were elected as congressmen.
  9. Thaddeus opposed _____ Johnson's policies.
  10. Thaddeus Stevens was born in _______.
  11. Andrew Jackson was President ______'s Vice.
  12. Johnson was the ___________ president.
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  1. Thaddeus ____ Freedmen's Bureau Bill.
  2. Period following the civil war.
  3. Andrew Johnson was not a _____ president.
  4. Johnson was a _____ before he ran for office.
  5. Andrew Johnson became _____ once Lincoln died.
  6. Republicans were appalled by Johnsons racism.
  7. Thaddeus Stevens _____ left when he was a boy.
  8. In 1866 they began to work on the civil ____ bill.
  9. Slavery ____ in the civil war.

21 Clues: Stevens _____ in office. • Thaddeus was born in 179_. • Johnson was _____ in 1866. • Slavery ____ in the civil war. • Period following the civil war. • Thaddeus Stevens was ____schooled. • Thaddeus ____ Freedmen's Bureau Bill. • Thaddeus Stevens hated Andrew ______. • Thaddeus Stevens was born in _______. • Johnson was the ___________ president. • ...

History 2022-06-24

History crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the number of each of the house of congress that must approve an amendment for it to be submitted to the states of their approval
  2. an alternation or change that ads to,improve or corrects a motive or bill
  3. this freedom is one of three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment
  4. The Branch responsible for amendments
  5. this amendment doesn't permit search and sizure without a warrent
  6. The only court established by the constitution and usually rules only on issue of national importance
  7. Another name for the first 10 amendments
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  1. This amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment
  2. The document of which the bill of rights is attached
  3. the amendment allows you to be silent if your testimony is incriminating you
  4. The number of people on a jury
  5. The number of amendments contained in the bill of rights
  6. the amount of states need to approve a amendment
  7. This another one of three basic freedoms protected by the first amendment
  8. a term used to identify a national or central government that has power greater then individual state governments

15 Clues: The number of people on a jury • The Branch responsible for amendments • Another name for the first 10 amendments • the amount of states need to approve a amendment • This amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment • The document of which the bill of rights is attached • The number of amendments contained in the bill of rights • ...

Unit 4: Constitution & Bill of Rights 2022-03-01

Unit 4: Constitution & Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. consider and recommend actions and propose policies in the functional areas under their jurisdictions, subject to final approval by the Council
  2. the restriction of the arbitrary exercise of power by subordinating it to well-defined and established laws.
  3. talk about the duties of the three main parts of government
  4. an act of vesting the legislative, executive, and judicial powers of government in separate bodies.
  5. a statement in the U.S. Constitution (Article I, Section 8) granting Congress the power to pass all laws necessary and proper for carrying out the enumerated list of powers.
  6. a constitutional right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body.
  7. powers not explicitly specified in the Constitution that enable the government to take actions necessary to efficiently perform essential duties.
  8. highest court in the federal judiciary of the United States of America
  9. a political procedure in which one or more members of a legislative body prolong debate on proposed legislation so as to delay or entirely prevent decision.
  10. system in U.S. government that ensures no one branch becomes too powerful
  11. temporary, ad hoc panel composed of House and Senate conferees formed for the purpose of reconciling differences in legislation that has passed both chambers
  12. reviews laws
  13. an addition or alteration made to a constitution, statute, or legislative bill or resolution
  14. principle that the authority of a state and its government are created and sustained by the consent of its people
  15. the powers of the national government explicitly listed in the Constitution.
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  1. review by the US Supreme Court of the constitutional validity of a legislative act.
  2. a compound of ideas, attitudes, and patterns of behavior elaborating the principle that the authority of government derives from and is limited by a body of fundamental law
  3. an opinion in a legal case in certain legal systems written by one or more judges expressing disagreement with the majority opinion of the court which gives rise to its judgment.
  4. an introductory and expressionary statement in a document that explains the document's purpose and underlying philosophy.
  5. in charge of making laws.
  6. one whose legalized force and power is restricted through delegated and enumerated authorities.
  7. the process by which a legislative body or other legally constituted tribunal initiates charges against a public official for misconduct.
  8. not in accordance with a political constitution, especially the US Constitution, or with procedural rules.
  9. an indirect veto of a legislative bill by the president or a governor by retaining the bill unsigned until it is too late for it to be dealt with during the legislative session.
  10. political powers granted to the United States government that aren't explicitly stated in the Constitution.
  11. mixed or compound mode of government that combines a general government with regional governments in a single political system, dividing the powers between the two.
  12. a judicial opinion agreed to by more than half of the members of a court
  13. the powers that are neither prohibited nor explicitly given by law to any organ of government
  14. powers which are shared by both the federal government and state governments
  15. enforces laws

30 Clues: reviews laws • enforces laws • in charge of making laws. • talk about the duties of the three main parts of government • highest court in the federal judiciary of the United States of America • a judicial opinion agreed to by more than half of the members of a court • system in U.S. government that ensures no one branch becomes too powerful • ...

Bill of Rights and Founding Fathers 2024-12-12

Bill of Rights and Founding Fathers crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Second President of the United States
  2. 6th Amendment allows the right to an __________ jury
  3. Another name for the American Revolution
  4. Author of the Constitution
  5. The 22nd amendment places term ______ on the presidency
  6. 4th amendment protects from unreasonable ______________.
  7. The 19th Amendment to the Constitution
  8. Cannot be tried for the same crime twice
  9. Number of amendments to the Constitution
  10. People that wanted the Bill of Rights to agree to the Constitution
  11. Freedom of Speech, press, assembly, petition, and religion
  12. What is protected in the first amendments
  13. With the 19th amendment, _________ got the right to vote
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  1. The war between Great Britain and the US Colonies
  2. Author of the Declaration of Independence
  3. First Secretary of the Treasury
  4. Hamilton wanted the Federal Government to _________ state debts.
  5. The 2nd amendment protects the right to ________________.
  6. Group that advocated for the Constitution
  7. The right to a fair legal proceeding
  8. The 13th amendment abolished ____________.
  9. The 10th amendment states that all rights not listed in the ________ are reserved for the states
  10. Amendment that restricts Quartering in times of Peace
  11. First ten amendments of the constitution
  12. Eighth amendment states no "cruel and unusual ________"
  13. 5th Amendment protects against Self- _____________
  14. First President of the United States
  15. Any addition to the Constitution
  16. What is needed for search and seizure

29 Clues: Author of the Constitution • First Secretary of the Treasury • Any addition to the Constitution • The right to a fair legal proceeding • First President of the United States • Second President of the United States • What is needed for search and seizure • The 19th Amendment to the Constitution • Another name for the American Revolution • ...

Bill of Rights Test Study Guide 2024-02-26

Bill of Rights Test Study Guide crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Amendment that lowered the voting age to 18.
  2. Protection from "telling" on yourself.
  3. The police need this in order to search through your private property.
  4. Amendment that granted suffrage to Black men.
  5. A group of impartial citizens that listen to the facts of a trial and determine the verdict.
  6. To formally request the government for change.
  7. The amendment that guarantees the right to bear arms.
  8. Fraction of state legislatures that must ratify a constitutional amendment.
  9. Fee that had to be paid in the past in order to vote.
  10. Cannot be tried for the same offense twice.
  11. First 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution.
  12. The peaceful refusal to obey unjust laws or demands from the government.
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  1. A synonym for a lawyer or an attorney.
  2. When Japanese-Americans were forced into internment camps during World War II.
  3. The government cannot take your property without fair compensation.
  4. The right to vote.
  5. False published statement meant to ruin a person's reputation.
  6. Fraction of each chamber of Congress that must approve a constitutional amendment.
  7. Amendment that made poll taxes illegal.
  8. The government cannot take your life, liberty, or property without a fair trial.
  9. Amendment that granted suffrage to women.
  10. False spoken statement meant to ruin a person's reputation.
  11. Amendment that defined citizenship and contains the Equal Protection Clause.
  12. A writ requiring the government to disclose why a person has been arrested.
  13. Word meaning "to officially approve."
  14. The amendment that guarantees RAPPS.
  15. Limiting the amount of goods a person can purchase or consume.
  16. Amendment that made slavery illegal.

28 Clues: The right to vote. • The amendment that guarantees RAPPS. • Amendment that made slavery illegal. • Word meaning "to officially approve." • A synonym for a lawyer or an attorney. • Protection from "telling" on yourself. • Amendment that made poll taxes illegal. • Amendment that granted suffrage to women. • Cannot be tried for the same offense twice. • ...

Bill of Rights and Madisonian Principles 2025-10-29

Bill of Rights and Madisonian Principles crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The 10th amendment states that all powers not delegated to the federal government go to the ________________
  2. This amendment allows you to practice, or not practice, any religion of your choosing
  3. The idea that the people have the power
  4. The fair set of legal procedures the government must follow before taking away life, liberty, or property
  5. In this judicial philosophy, judges expand rights to citizens
  6. This freedom, protected by the First Amendment, means you can peacefully protest
  7. Separation of Powers ensures our government is split into __________ branches instead of only one
  8. Amendment that protects against unreasonable search and seizure
  9. This freedom, protected by the First Amendment, allows the media to freely criticize the government
  10. The eighth amendment protects against ____________ bail or fines
  11. The idea that you cannot be tried twice for the same crime, protected by the 5th amendment
  12. This is protected by the 5th amendment, and means that private property can only be taken if given reasonable compensation
  13. This amendment protects your right to a grand jury, double jeopardy, self-incrimination, and due process
  14. This ensures each branch can limit the power of the other two
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  1. The 6th amendment protects the rights of the ________________
  2. This amendment protects your right to a jury in civil cases
  3. Individual rights is the idea that your ______________ rights need protected from government interference
  4. According to the 6th amendment, you have the right to a ___________, even if you cannot afford one
  5. The Second Amendment protects the right to...
  6. The process judges use to interpret the Constitution
  7. In this judicial philosophy, judges use precedents to make decisions
  8. The first amendment protects your right to express your opinion. This is called freedom of ____________
  9. This amendment protects your right to call witnesses, know the charges against you, have a public and speedy trial, and question witnesses against you
  10. Amendment that protects against forced quartering of soldiers during times of peace
  11. When representatives are chosen to make decisions on behalf of citizens
  12. This amendment protects against cruel and unusual punishment
  13. This amendment states that just because the rights are not listed in the Constitution does not mean citizens do not have them

27 Clues: The idea that the people have the power • The Second Amendment protects the right to... • The process judges use to interpret the Constitution • This amendment protects your right to a jury in civil cases • This amendment protects against cruel and unusual punishment • The 6th amendment protects the rights of the ________________ • ...

Bill of Rights and The 7 Principles of Government 2022-02-16

Bill of Rights and The 7 Principles of Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. excessive bail or fines or cruel or unusual punishment
  2. a system of government in which the power is divided between a central government and smaller political units such as states
  3. a government in which the people rule, a broad range of people shared in the power to govern themselves
  4. Guarantees the right to bear arms.
  5. Prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures.
  6. Prohibits the quartering of soldiers in homes in peacetime.
  7. We have many other rights than what are listed in the Bill of Rights. Our rights are not limited by the Bill of Rights.
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  1. Guarantees the right to a speedy, impartial public trial in criminal cases with counsel and the right to cross examine.
  2. everyone, citizens, and powerful leaders alike must obey the law
  3. each branch of government can exercise checks, or controls over the other branches
  4. Guarantees the freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly and the right to petition government.
  5. Guarantees the right to jury trial in civil suits involving $20.00 or more.
  6. people exercise their power by voting
  7. personal liberties or privileges
  8. Asserts that powers not delegated to the national government or denied to the states are reserved to the states.
  9. Requires grand jury indictment for a serious crime, bans double jeopardy, no loss of life, liberty or property without due process of law.

16 Clues: personal liberties or privileges • Guarantees the right to bear arms. • people exercise their power by voting • Prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures. • excessive bail or fines or cruel or unusual punishment • Prohibits the quartering of soldiers in homes in peacetime. • everyone, citizens, and powerful leaders alike must obey the law • ...

Unit 8 review 2023-12-12

Unit 8 review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a body of government officials who are not elected but form an administrative policy making group
  2. Liberties guarrenteed by the Bill of Rights
  3. case-by-case basis that the Bill of Rights limit state government action.
  4. the rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality.
  5. Acronym for the President of the United States
Down
  1. fair treatment through the judicial system, especially as a citizen's entitlement.
  2. standard of righteous behavior to a citizen's involvement in society.
  3. regulations, courses of action, and funding for a given topic by a gov'tal entity
  4. Defines citizenship,equal protection,immunities of citizens, due process
  5. loyalty and devotion to a nation.
  6. something that is not transferable, impossible to take away. Life, Liberty, Pursuit of Happiness
  7. Acronym for the Supreme Court of the United States

12 Clues: loyalty and devotion to a nation. • Liberties guarrenteed by the Bill of Rights • Acronym for the President of the United States • Acronym for the Supreme Court of the United States • the rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality. • standard of righteous behavior to a citizen's involvement in society. • ...

Bill of Rights and The 7 Principles of Government 2022-02-16

Bill of Rights and The 7 Principles of Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Requires grand jury indictment for a serious crime, bans double jeopardy, no loss of life, liberty or property without due process of law.
  2. Prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures.
  3. excessive bail or fines or cruel or unusual punishment
  4. people exercise their power by voting
  5. each branch of government can exercise checks, or controls over the other branches
  6. Guarantees the right to jury trial in civil suits involving $20.00 or more.
  7. Prohibits the quartering of soldiers in homes in peacetime.
  8. Asserts that powers not delegated to the national government or denied to the states are reserved to the states.
  9. We have many other rights than what are listed in the Bill of Rights. Our rights are not limited by the Bill of Rights.
Down
  1. Guarantees the right to a speedy, impartial public trial in criminal cases with counsel and the right to cross examine.
  2. a government in which the people rule, a broad range of people shared in the power to govern themselves
  3. Guarantees the right to bear arms.
  4. everyone, citizens, and powerful leaders alike must obey the law
  5. Guarantees the freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly and the right to petition government.
  6. personal liberties or privileges
  7. a system of government in which the power is divided between a central government and smaller political units such as states

16 Clues: personal liberties or privileges • Guarantees the right to bear arms. • people exercise their power by voting • Prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures. • excessive bail or fines or cruel or unusual punishment • Prohibits the quartering of soldiers in homes in peacetime. • everyone, citizens, and powerful leaders alike must obey the law • ...