bill of rights Crossword Puzzles
Unit 2 2021-01-25
Across
- English War against the French and the Indians
- Part of the Intolerable Acts
- First Representative government in colonial America
- British East India Company does not pay same import tax as other importers
- Pamphlet written by Thomas Paine in favor of separating from England
- British Parliament did not interfere in the government of the colonies, and America existed in relative political isolation
- establishing colonies to provide profit for the mother country
- founded the 13 colonies.
- Punishments for Boston Tea Party – curfew, Britain closed Boston Harbor
- one person elected to make decisions on the behalf of others
Down
- Contained majority rule, consent of the governed, protected minority rights
- a numerical majority holds the power (most votes wins)
- Definition – England requires ALL colonial shipments stop at English ports
- Colonies declare their independence
- The government is restricted in what it can do (government does not have absolute power)
- The government is only effective if the people allow the government to have power over them.
- Direct Democracy - issues decided by majority rule
- England banned settlements west of Appalachian Mountains to the end of the French and Indian War
- British find colonists stockpiling weapons, so they attack colonists. Colonists win the battle
- English Bill of Rights is a source for our Bill of Rights.
- Established the principle of Limited Government
- Each person votes on their own behalf; one person = one vote
- Tax on common goods (paper, stamps, cards) to repay debt from French and Indian War
23 Clues: founded the 13 colonies. • Part of the Intolerable Acts • Colonies declare their independence • English War against the French and the Indians • Established the principle of Limited Government • Direct Democracy - issues decided by majority rule • First Representative government in colonial America • a numerical majority holds the power (most votes wins) • ...
Parker Endecott Government Crossword Hour 2 2025-04-16
Across
- A right to reject a decision.
- To even out every branch.
- Highest ranking in a city or county.
- The power to make rules.
- Governing body of a nation, state, or community.
- The opening words to the constitution.
- A document written in 1787.
- Freedom.
- Legislative branch of the federal government.
Down
- An area of production.
- Second highest-ranking office.
- Administration of justice by courts and judges.
- Leader of a nation
- Head of a political region.
- Affects the way that you live.
- A specific law.
- Lawlessness and disorder of a country.
- A formal addition to a law.
- Someone who presides over court proceedings.
- Being a part of a country.
20 Clues: Freedom. • A specific law. • Leader of a nation • An area of production. • The power to make rules. • To even out every branch. • Being a part of a country. • Head of a political region. • A formal addition to a law. • A document written in 1787. • A right to reject a decision. • Second highest-ranking office. • Affects the way that you live. • Highest ranking in a city or county. • ...
US history, KNMWAQwErtfgvhjun 2023-04-24
16 Clues: SDHMJN • VDFGHJM, • sfaEDGRHJ • VDGFNBMJ, • VXBFGDNMJHM • FAEGSRDHTFGHJ • Bill BCFGJ • Boom VDSFGHJMB • Boycott ZCDFSGHJ • Scare VXFBGDHFJG • Rights FSAEGHBNM • Doctrine SFDGHJN • Hiss XZSDFHGNJHMN • Parks DFSGHJ • Blockade ZSDFGNHB • Warren CSDVGFNKHJDFSC
US history, KNMWAQwErtfgvhjun 2023-04-24
16 Clues: SDHMJN • VDFGHJM, • sfaEDGRHJ • VDGFNBMJ, • VXBFGDNMJHM • FAEGSRDHTFGHJ • Bill BCFGJ • Boom VDSFGHJMB • Boycott ZCDFSGHJ • Scare VXFBGDHFJG • Rights FSAEGHBNM • Doctrine SFDGHJN • Hiss XZSDFHGNJHMN • Parks DFSGHJ • Blockade ZSDFGNHB • Warren CSDVGFNKHJDFSC
US history, KNMWAQwErtfgvhjun 2023-04-24
16 Clues: SDHMJN • VDFGHJM, • sfaEDGRHJ • VDGFNBMJ, • VXBFGDNMJHM • FAEGSRDHTFGHJ • Bill BCFGJ • Boom VDSFGHJMB • Boycott ZCDFSGHJ • Scare VXFBGDHFJG • Rights FSAEGHBNM • Doctrine SFDGHJN • Hiss XZSDFHGNJHMN • Parks DFSGHJ • Blockade ZSDFGNHB • Warren CSDVGFNKHJDFSC
US history, KNMWAQwErtfgvhjun 2023-04-24
16 Clues: SDHMJN • VDFGHJM, • sfaEDGRHJ • VDGFNBMJ, • VXBFGDNMJHM • FAEGSRDHTFGHJ • Bill BCFGJ • Boom VDSFGHJMB • Boycott ZCDFSGHJ • Scare VXFBGDHFJG • Rights FSAEGHBNM • Doctrine SFDGHJN • Hiss XZSDFHGNJHMN • Parks DFSGHJ • Blockade ZSDFGNHB • Warren CSDVGFNKHJDFSC
US government 2022-05-14
Across
- party of Trump
- written policies to vote on
- current Vice-president
- appoints judges
- The legislative branch
- gerrymandered
- current Majority leader
- The highest court
- party in office
- 438 representatives
Down
- tie-breaker of the Senate
- Seattle-area rep
- election after president wins
- The Constitution specifies these
- Population-based
- includes the cabinet
- the number of justices
- Two per state
- US Senator from Washington
- the current Speaker
20 Clues: Two per state • gerrymandered • party of Trump • appoints judges • party in office • Seattle-area rep • Population-based • The highest court • the current Speaker • 438 representatives • includes the cabinet • current Vice-president • The legislative branch • the number of justices • current Majority leader • tie-breaker of the Senate • US Senator from Washington • written policies to vote on • ...
Unit 2 2021-01-25
Across
- English Bill of Rights is a source for our Bill of Rights.
- one person elected to make decisions on the behalf of others
- Established the principle of Limited Government
- founded the 13 colonies.
- British Parliament did not interfere in the government of the colonies, and America existed in relative political isolation
- England banned settlements west of Appalachian Mountains to the end of the French and Indian War
- British find colonists stockpiling weapons, so they attack colonists. Colonists win the battle
- The government is restricted in what it can do (government does not have absolute power)
- British East India Company does not pay same import tax as other importers
- English War against the French and the Indians
- Each person votes on their own behalf; one person = one vote
- Part of the Intolerable Acts
Down
- Punishments for Boston Tea Party – curfew, Britain closed Boston Harbor
- Contained majority rule, consent of the governed, protected minority rights
- Colonies declare their independence
- First Representative government in colonial America
- establishing colonies to provide profit for the mother country
- Pamphlet written by Thomas Paine in favor of separating from England
- a numerical majority holds the power (most votes wins)
- The government is only effective if the people allow the government to have power over them.
- Tax on common goods (paper, stamps, cards) to repay debt from French and Indian War
- Direct Democracy - issues decided by majority rule
- Definition – England requires ALL colonial shipments stop at English ports
23 Clues: founded the 13 colonies. • Part of the Intolerable Acts • Colonies declare their independence • English War against the French and the Indians • Established the principle of Limited Government • Direct Democracy - issues decided by majority rule • First Representative government in colonial America • a numerical majority holds the power (most votes wins) • ...
Unit 2 2021-01-25
Across
- English Bill of Rights is a source for our Bill of Rights.
- one person elected to make decisions on the behalf of others
- Established the principle of Limited Government
- founded the 13 colonies.
- British Parliament did not interfere in the government of the colonies, and America existed in relative political isolation
- England banned settlements west of Appalachian Mountains to the end of the French and Indian War
- British find colonists stockpiling weapons, so they attack colonists. Colonists win the battle
- The government is restricted in what it can do (government does not have absolute power)
- British East India Company does not pay same import tax as other importers
- English War against the French and the Indians
- Each person votes on their own behalf; one person = one vote
- Part of the Intolerable Acts
Down
- Punishments for Boston Tea Party – curfew, Britain closed Boston Harbor
- Contained majority rule, consent of the governed, protected minority rights
- Colonies declare their independence
- First Representative government in colonial America
- establishing colonies to provide profit for the mother country
- Pamphlet written by Thomas Paine in favor of separating from England
- a numerical majority holds the power (most votes wins)
- The government is only effective if the people allow the government to have power over them.
- Tax on common goods (paper, stamps, cards) to repay debt from French and Indian War
- Direct Democracy - issues decided by majority rule
- Definition – England requires ALL colonial shipments stop at English ports
23 Clues: founded the 13 colonies. • Part of the Intolerable Acts • Colonies declare their independence • English War against the French and the Indians • Established the principle of Limited Government • Direct Democracy - issues decided by majority rule • First Representative government in colonial America • a numerical majority holds the power (most votes wins) • ...
7th Grade Crossword 2025-04-02
Across
- The branch that creates laws
- Amendment #: Rights to protect people accused of a crime; You do not have to testify or incriminate yourself (say you're guilty of a crime)
- The political party that supported a Bill of Rights and feared a strong central government
- The branch that enforces laws
- Amendment #: No citizen can be forced to quarter (house) soldiers
- Amendment #: No cruel and unusual punishment for people accused of a crime
- 5 freedoms: speech, press, religion, assembly (protest), petition (bring a complaint to the government)
- To approve
- The branch that interprets laws
- A change to the Constitution
- Amendment #: Right to keep and bear arms (guns)
Down
- The first 10 Amendments of the Constitution
- Amendment #: Protects against unreasonable search and seizure (taking of ones' property) by the government
- A main leader of the AntiFederalists
- A main leader of the Federalists
- Division between federal/central and local governments
- An introduction
- Amendment #: Right to a trial by jury in civil cases
- Amendment #:Amendment stating that the powers not given to the federal government are reserved (given) to the states
- Amendment #: Protests people accused of crimes; You have the right to a speedy and public trial
- The political party that supported a strong central government and was led by Alexander Hamilton
- Amendment #: Citizen's rights are not limited to those listed in the Constitution
- A presidnet's way of denying a bill
- Amendment #: Amendment stating that the powers not given to the federal government are reserved (given) to the states
24 Clues: To approve • An introduction • The branch that creates laws • A change to the Constitution • The branch that enforces laws • The branch that interprets laws • A main leader of the Federalists • A presidnet's way of denying a bill • A main leader of the AntiFederalists • The first 10 Amendments of the Constitution • Amendment #: Right to keep and bear arms (guns) • ...
Governents around the World 2019-01-07
Across
- cruel treatment by a person in control
- Ruled by a group
- the idea of a limited government
- Example of human rights violations
- Greek Philphosopher
- governement has all the power
- The right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
- Ruled by one person
Down
- U.S., Canada, and Mexico have this type of government
- English bill of rights
- Ruled by a Kind or Queen
- Example of human rights violations
12 Clues: Ruled by a group • Greek Philphosopher • Ruled by one person • English bill of rights • Ruled by a Kind or Queen • governement has all the power • the idea of a limited government • Example of human rights violations • Example of human rights violations • cruel treatment by a person in control • U.S., Canada, and Mexico have this type of government • ...
US history, KNMWAQwErtfgvhjun 2023-04-24
16 Clues: SDHMJN • VDFGHJM, • sfaEDGRHJ • VDGFNBMJ, • VXBFGDNMJHM • FAEGSRDHTFGHJ • Bill BCFGJ • Boom VDSFGHJMB • Boycott ZCDFSGHJ • Scare VXFBGDHFJG • Rights FSAEGHBNM • Doctrine SFDGHJN • Hiss XZSDFHGNJHMN • Parks DFSGHJ • Blockade ZSDFGNHB • Warren CSDVGFNKHJDFSC
The Constitution and Bill of Rights 2023-02-10
Across
- it took 9/13 states to__________the Constitution
- the eight amendment protects you from cruel and/or unusual _______________
- Bill of _________
- Arms the second amendment is the right to ___________
- if a federal official commits a crime the House of Representatives can ____________them from their spot
- the first amendment gives freedom of _________, press, religion, protest, and assembly.
Down
- the articles of confederation were revised at a _________
- the seventh amendment gives you the right to a trial by ________
- of Confederation an agreement among the 13 colonies that served as the nation’s first frame of government
- brief introductory statement of the Constitution’s fundamental purposes and principles
- the government has three __________ (executive, legislative, judicial)
- of Rights the first 10 amendments
12 Clues: Bill of _________ • of Rights the first 10 amendments • it took 9/13 states to__________the Constitution • Arms the second amendment is the right to ___________ • the articles of confederation were revised at a _________ • the seventh amendment gives you the right to a trial by ________ • the government has three __________ (executive, legislative, judicial) • ...
Creating the U.S. Government 2023-04-30
Across
- The Constitutional ____________'s goal was to improve the Articles of Confederation.
- The introduction to the Constitution, explains the purpose of the Constitution
- The number of branches under the Articles of Confederation
- ___________ of powers: the powers and duties of the government are divided among different branches
- an agreement among the 13 colonies that served as the first U.S. Constitution
- the branch of government that decides what laws mean
Down
- the branch of government that makes laws
- The Bill of Rights were the first ten _________ to the Constitution, guaranteeing basic rights of all citizens
- the branch of government that carries out the laws
- a refusal to sign a bill into law
- wanted states to be united into one powerful nation, supported the "New" Constituion
- to sign or make official
- taxes on products coming into a country
- The Articles of Confederation created a ______ central government.
- a person who supported the Articles of Confederation
- an agreement, usually between two nations
16 Clues: to sign or make official • a refusal to sign a bill into law • taxes on products coming into a country • the branch of government that makes laws • an agreement, usually between two nations • the branch of government that carries out the laws • a person who supported the Articles of Confederation • the branch of government that decides what laws mean • ...
Constitution Crossword 2022-09-15
Across
- Amendment that prevents soldiers from moving into your house
- Amendment that grants us freedom of religion, press, speech, and the freedom to petition the government
- The document that contains the Bill of Rights
- Amendment that protects people from unreasonable search and seizure
- Amendment that protects you from cruel and unusual punishment
- Changes that have been made to the constitution
Down
- Amendment that grants you the right to remain silent
- Amendment grants you a speedy trial and a jury of peers
- Amendment that means the national government doesn't get to create extra powers from those given to the state and people
- Amendment that protects our right to bear arms
- Amendment protects rights not written in the bill of rights (such as privacy)
- Amendment means you have a jury trial and that there isn't double jeopardy
12 Clues: The document that contains the Bill of Rights • Amendment that protects our right to bear arms • Changes that have been made to the constitution • Amendment that grants you the right to remain silent • Amendment grants you a speedy trial and a jury of peers • Amendment that prevents soldiers from moving into your house • ...
Samantha Carigga's Liberty Crossword 2022-02-21
Across
- (one right the bill of rights gave you) freedom of ____.
- topic that was argued a lot in the 18th century
- people who opposed the constitution
- central gov suspiciously looked like what (second word is abbreviated)
- _____ _____ stated that our free institution of government has failed (first and last name)
- the abusive power is coming from the ___ of the majority
- how many years could presidents serve
- man who drafted the bill of rights (first and last name)
- ____ states had to ratify for the constitution to be law of land
Down
- the ____ have written a blueprint for a new nation
- means a system of ideas/ideals and became "the basis of our existance"
- James Madison is told to ____ at meetings
- Charles Wilson Peale offered the public what?
- Nathanal Gorham asked Prince Henry from ____ to be Americas king
14 Clues: people who opposed the constitution • how many years could presidents serve • James Madison is told to ____ at meetings • Charles Wilson Peale offered the public what? • topic that was argued a lot in the 18th century • the ____ have written a blueprint for a new nation • (one right the bill of rights gave you) freedom of ____. • ...
Chapter 4.1 2019-11-22
Across
- buying and selling goods and services, especially when many people are involved
- a written document that describes the structure and powers of a national or state government.
- Bill of Rights act passed by the British Parliament in 1689
- an organization or alliance of several groups joined together.
- a relationship, between two countries or people, in which each side receives benefits
Down
- the name of the branch of government that is responsible for making laws in a nation or state.
- a region, including land and water, that is administered by or under the control of a government.
- Convention ook place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1787
- also called money, refers to an accepted method of exchange for goods or services.
- major slowdown in the economy
- of rights written list of people’s rights
- Northwest Ordinance of 1787 one of several federal laws that addressed the Northwest Territory.
- Continental Congress a meeting of political leaders that began in Philadelphia in May 1775.
13 Clues: major slowdown in the economy • of rights written list of people’s rights • Convention ook place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1787 • Bill of Rights act passed by the British Parliament in 1689 • an organization or alliance of several groups joined together. • buying and selling goods and services, especially when many people are involved • ...
4.1 2019-11-22
Across
- also called money, refers to an accepted method of exchange for goods or services.
- major slowdown in the economy
- Convention ook place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1787
- the name of the branch of government that is responsible for making laws in a nation or state.
- Bill of Rights act passed by the British Parliament in 1689
Down
- buying and selling goods and services, especially when many people are involved
- Northwest Ordinance of 1787 one of several federal laws that addressed the Northwest Territory.
- an organization or alliance of several groups joined together.
- of rights written list of people’s rights
- a relationship, between two countries or people, in which each side receives benefits
- a written document that describes the structure and powers of a national or state government.
- Continental Congress a meeting of political leaders that began in Philadelphia in May 1775.
- a region, including land and water, that is administered by or under the control of a government.
13 Clues: major slowdown in the economy • of rights written list of people’s rights • Convention ook place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1787 • Bill of Rights act passed by the British Parliament in 1689 • an organization or alliance of several groups joined together. • buying and selling goods and services, especially when many people are involved • ...
The U.S. Constitution 2023-04-07
Across
- The total number of Supreme Court judges
- T or F: Amendment IX states that Americans have basic rights that may not be mentioned in the Constitution
- A written order giving permission to do something
- _____ of confederation; the plan of government that they first came up with
- The branch that makes laws
- The first state to ratify the Bill of Rights
- Where a Bill goes right after it has been written
- Change or addition to something...
Down
- The minimum age to become POTUS
- A representative
- The branch that interprets the laws
- For an amendment to be passed, this fraction of states need to ratify it
- An official meeting
- T or F: In the US, people are guilty of a crime until proven innocent
- To approve
- The length of a Senator's term, in years
- ___ and balances, to make sure no one branch has too much power
- When both parties agree to give up a little of what they want
- Some laws can be ruled ____ if they do not abide by the Constitution
- The branch that carries out the laws
- The number of houses in Congress
21 Clues: To approve • A representative • An official meeting • The branch that makes laws • The minimum age to become POTUS • The number of houses in Congress • Change or addition to something... • The branch that interprets the laws • The branch that carries out the laws • The total number of Supreme Court judges • The length of a Senator's term, in years • ...
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2019-01-22
Across
- MLK Day is celebrated the ___ day in January.
- Peace Prize prize awarded in 1964
- killed
- President who signed the bill making MLK a national holiday.
- Parks Woman who would not give her seat to a white man.
- 250,000 people marched in this city for equal rights.
- To stop using something as a type of protest.
Down
- City in Alabama where there was a bus boycott.
- To treat people unfairly because of their skin color.
- separation of people
- to protest peacefully
- MLK's speech "I Have a ______" is his most famous.
- The Civil Rights ____ made discrimination illegal.
- ______ rights
14 Clues: killed • ______ rights • separation of people • to protest peacefully • Peace Prize prize awarded in 1964 • MLK Day is celebrated the ___ day in January. • To stop using something as a type of protest. • City in Alabama where there was a bus boycott. • MLK's speech "I Have a ______" is his most famous. • The Civil Rights ____ made discrimination illegal. • ...
4.1 2019-11-22
Across
- Convention ook place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1787
- also called money, refers to an accepted method of exchange for goods or services.
- Bill of Rights act passed by the British Parliament in 1689
- the name of the branch of government that is responsible for making laws in a nation or state.
- buying and selling goods and services, especially when many people are involved
- Continental Congress a meeting of political leaders that began in Philadelphia in May 1775.
- of rights written list of people’s rights
Down
- a region, including land and water, that is administered by or under the control of a government.
- major slowdown in the economy
- an organization or alliance of several groups joined together.
- a written document that describes the structure and powers of a national or state government.
- Northwest Ordinance of 1787 one of several federal laws that addressed the Northwest Territory.
- a relationship, between two countries or people, in which each side receives benefits
13 Clues: major slowdown in the economy • of rights written list of people’s rights • Convention ook place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1787 • Bill of Rights act passed by the British Parliament in 1689 • an organization or alliance of several groups joined together. • buying and selling goods and services, especially when many people are involved • ...
Chapter 4.1 2019-11-22
Across
- buying and selling goods and services, especially when many people are involved
- also called money, refers to an accepted method of exchange for goods or services.
- of rights written list of people’s rights
- Bill of Rights act passed by the British Parliament in 1689
- a written document that describes the structure and powers of a national or state government.
- an organization or alliance of several groups joined together.
- Northwest Ordinance of 1787 one of several federal laws that addressed the Northwest Territory.
Down
- Convention ook place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1787
- the name of the branch of government that is responsible for making laws in a nation or state.
- Continental Congress a meeting of political leaders that began in Philadelphia in May 1775.
- a region, including land and water, that is administered by or under the control of a government.
- major slowdown in the economy
- a relationship, between two countries or people, in which each side receives benefits
13 Clues: major slowdown in the economy • of rights written list of people’s rights • Convention ook place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1787 • Bill of Rights act passed by the British Parliament in 1689 • an organization or alliance of several groups joined together. • buying and selling goods and services, especially when many people are involved • ...
Chapter 4.1 2019-11-22
Across
- buying and selling goods and services, especially when many people are involved
- Convention ook place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1787
- of rights written list of people’s rights
- a written document that describes the structure and powers of a national or state government.
- a relationship, between two countries or people, in which each side receives benefits
- Continental Congress a meeting of political leaders that began in Philadelphia in May 1775.
Down
- a region, including land and water, that is administered by or under the control of a government.
- Bill of Rights act passed by the British Parliament in 1689
- an organization or alliance of several groups joined together.
- Northwest Ordinance of 1787 one of several federal laws that addressed the Northwest Territory.
- the name of the branch of government that is responsible for making laws in a nation or state.
- major slowdown in the economy
- also called money, refers to an accepted method of exchange for goods or services.
13 Clues: major slowdown in the economy • of rights written list of people’s rights • Bill of Rights act passed by the British Parliament in 1689 • Convention ook place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1787 • an organization or alliance of several groups joined together. • buying and selling goods and services, especially when many people are involved • ...
Bill Of Rights Crossword Puzzle 2023-04-19
Across
- how should the _________ get along with each other?
- when was the first amendment ratified?
- Which Elected United States President approved the 13th Amendment?
- what is the 9th amendment about?
- what _______ have to be taken to make the constitution the law of the land?
- how does the __________ branch create laws? What powers do the states have?
- how can the constitution be __________,or changed?
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- what year did the supreme court rule out the second amendent?
- how does __________ work? Which law is supreme?
- what changes have been made to the ___________?
- How does the __________ branch execute laws?
- what does the constitution do? what is the ________ of the government?
- How does the __________ Branch interpret the laws?
13 Clues: what is the 9th amendment about? • when was the first amendment ratified? • How does the __________ branch execute laws? • how does __________ work? Which law is supreme? • what changes have been made to the ___________? • How does the __________ Branch interpret the laws? • how can the constitution be __________,or changed? • ...
Constitution and Bill of Rights 2025-01-30
Across
- What is the main purpose of the U.S. Constitution
- Which amendment gives the right to a trial by jury
- Which amendment prohibits cruel and unusual punishment
- How many articles are in the U.S. Constitution
- Which amendment guarantees the right to a speedy trial
- What is the preamble of the Constitution
- What is the process for amending the Constitution
- Which amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures
Down
- What is the "supreme law of the land"
- Which amendment grants freedom of speech
- What is the Bill of Rights
- What is the significance of the "Elastic Clause" in the Constitution
- Which amendment protects the right to bear arms
- Which amendment gives states powers not specifically given to the federal government
- Which amendment guarantees the right to petition the government
15 Clues: What is the Bill of Rights • What is the "supreme law of the land" • Which amendment grants freedom of speech • What is the preamble of the Constitution • How many articles are in the U.S. Constitution • Which amendment protects the right to bear arms • What is the main purpose of the U.S. Constitution • What is the process for amending the Constitution • ...
Historic Documents 2024-08-07
Across
- Document asserting separation from Britain
- Papers promoting the U.S. Constitution
- Founding American document of 1776
- Agreement ending World War II in Europe
- Rights guarantee freedoms and protections
- Act granting land to settlers
- Documents from the Catholic Church’s headquarters
- Charter limiting the power of the king
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- Court ruling establishing landmark decisions
- Proclamation freeing slaves in 1863
- Stone key to Egyptian hieroglyphs
- Allegiance to the flag of the United States
- French document detailing local governance
- Law or decree by a governing body
- Of the Rights of Man and the Citizen
- Public declaration of principles
- Formal agreement between nations
- U.S. Founding document
- Corpus protects against unlawful detention
- Bull issued by the Pope
20 Clues: U.S. Founding document • Bull issued by the Pope • Act granting land to settlers • Public declaration of principles • Formal agreement between nations • Stone key to Egyptian hieroglyphs • Law or decree by a governing body • Founding American document of 1776 • Proclamation freeing slaves in 1863 • Of the Rights of Man and the Citizen • Papers promoting the U.S. Constitution • ...
s.s project 2012-01-12
Across
- A statue is named after it in NY.
- To accuse (a public official) before an appropriate tribunal of misconduct in office.
- A very bad economic state, worse than a recession.
- Executive Branch, Judicial Branch, ___________ Branch.
- The branch of government over the court system.
- Limitation of power the branches of government.
- To disprove of a bill/law.
- The Constitutional Convention was to improve this document.
Down
- To confirm by expressing consent, approval, or formal sanction.
- The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution.
- Judicial, Executive, Legislative.
- To disagree with the methods, goals, etc., of a political party or government.
- A law before its approved.
- An assembly or council of citizens having the highest deliberative functions in a government.
- The highest court in the U.S.
- A settlement of differences by mutual concessions.
- Judicial Branch,Legislative Branch, ___________ Branch.
- The regular administration of the law, according to which no citizen may be denied his or her legal rights.
- A system of government in which power is shared between the central, or federal, government and the states.
- To alter, modify, rephrase, or add to or subtract from (a motion, bill, constitution, etc.) by formal procedure: Congress may amend the proposed tax bill.
20 Clues: A law before its approved. • To disprove of a bill/law. • The highest court in the U.S. • A statue is named after it in NY. • Judicial, Executive, Legislative. • The branch of government over the court system. • Limitation of power the branches of government. • The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution. • A very bad economic state, worse than a recession. • ...
Chapter 6 - Bill of Rights 2021-05-05
Across
- the right to say our opinion, in public or private, without feat of being stopped or punished by government for those ideas
- the banning of printed materials or films due to alarming or offensive ideas they contain
- giving evidence about yourself that could lead you being found guilty of a crime
- court order allowing police to search property and seize evidence
- the right of the government to take privateproperty for public use
- a document issued by a grand jury to charge someone with a crime
Down
- following established legal procedures
- freedom to think and act without government interference or fear of unfair treatment
- person officially changed with a crime
- cause a strong reason to think that a person or property was involved in a crime
- putting someone on trial for a crime of which he or she was previously found innocent
- a sum of money used as security deposit to secure that an accused person who is released from jail returns his or her trial
- a formal request for government action
13 Clues: following established legal procedures • person officially changed with a crime • a formal request for government action • a document issued by a grand jury to charge someone with a crime • court order allowing police to search property and seize evidence • the right of the government to take privateproperty for public use • ...
Revolutionary War 2016-02-01
Across
- a meeting or activity
- military force that is raised from the civil population
- a social order in favor of a new system
- synonyms are laws, bill of rights, and rules
- freedom from the control
- crates of tea thrown into the ocean
- the state of being free
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- an announcement or statement
- fight against authority
- the adoption of the Declaration of independence
- an area kind of like a country
- the collective name for the first ten amendments
- something to elect a president
- national legislative body of a country
- people shooting at each other
- freedom of doing something
16 Clues: a meeting or activity • fight against authority • the state of being free • freedom from the control • freedom of doing something • an announcement or statement • people shooting at each other • an area kind of like a country • something to elect a president • crates of tea thrown into the ocean • national legislative body of a country • a social order in favor of a new system • ...
Mid Term Project Assignment 2021-01-14
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- Two legislative houses or chambers
- To stall a legislature from passing a bill in the senate
- One of two houses in Congress that has 2 representatives of a state
- A situation when no member objects to a proposal
- Its a closer race between the incumbent and the new candidate
- When a senator informs a floor leader when he/she wishes a bill to be considered
- the current holder of an office or position
- Schedules consideration of floor resolutions
- the U.S congress that has specific duty's.
- Count of the population of the states to determine how many representatives they need
- A group of citizens that have the power to elect a representative
- The amendment that gave rights to African Americans
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- When a committee has had a bill for 30 days, any member of the house can request it to be brought to the floor. If the majority of the members agree then the bill is taken away from the committee
- When the whole house has too debate on a bill
- This is a process where the state legislative session debates, amends, and rewrite proposed legislation
- A legislative sub-organization
- The committee that has jurisdiction over all taxation
- The house of representatives operating as a committee where every member of the house is serving
- When the incumbent candidate wins by 55 % or more
- A call of the roll to establish whether a quorum is present
- When a committee decides to take a measure on something
- What allowed the direct election of senators
- The first step of a bill being shown to congress
- Stopping a debate in the senate by a vote of 60 people
- A proposed legislation under consideration by a legislature and can later become a law
- One of two houses in congress that has a proportional amount of representatives per state due to their population
26 Clues: A legislative sub-organization • Two legislative houses or chambers • the U.S congress that has specific duty's. • the current holder of an office or position • What allowed the direct election of senators • Schedules consideration of floor resolutions • When the whole house has too debate on a bill • A situation when no member objects to a proposal • ...
Civics Crossword Quiz # 2 - 12-2-20 2020-12-01
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- First President
- Father of the Constitution & a President.
- U.S. flag's stripes represent the 13
- The ___ & Democrats are the 2 major parties.
- The __ & the Mississippi are 2 long U.S. Rivers.
- ___ makes all Federal Laws.
- Largest land area state.
- First ___ Amendments = Bill of Rights.
- Civil Rights leader & martyr.
- The are 100 of these; 2 per state.
- The __ Amendment protects the right to bear arms.
- The Supreme Court is made up of nine ___.
- An agreement between the U.S. & another nation is
- Constitutionally appointed voting age.
- Fought for women's rights.
- Author of the Declaration of Independence.
- The Civil War was fought between the ___ & South.
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- The U.S. economic system is primarily ___.
- Alabama's capital is ___.
- Executive, ____, & Judicial Branches.
- The main opponent in the Cold War was ___.
- White House burned in 1814 by the __>
- The ___ Canal separates Pacific & Atlantic.
- Written in 1787 in Philadelphia, PA.
- National, State, County, City Levels System.
- There are 27 ___ to the Constitution.
- We celebrate our ____ on July 4th.
- The ___ Amendment gave women voting rights.
- New citizens pledge _____ to the U.S.
29 Clues: First President • Largest land area state. • Alabama's capital is ___. • Fought for women's rights. • ___ makes all Federal Laws. • Civil Rights leader & martyr. • The are 100 of these; 2 per state. • We celebrate our ____ on July 4th. • U.S. flag's stripes represent the 13 • Written in 1787 in Philadelphia, PA. • Executive, ____, & Judicial Branches. • ...
Unit 2: Early English Documents & Influential Philosophers 2024-06-10
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- governments may be _____ if they fail to protect natural rights
- colonial legislatures controlling finances and governor salaries; oversight
- the Magna Carta established the principle of this type of government
- legislatures make these
- a territory controlled by another country
- unicameral lawmaking body of Britain
- believed in a strong authoritarian ruler to avoid chaos
- born with these, natural
- belonging by nature or habit, "just because"
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- location of the first colonial legislature
- economy meant to enrich the mother nation
- Magna Carta, Petition of Right, and English Bill of Rights all limited this
- allowed colonies some freedom to self-govern; wet
- first written agreement for self-government; pilgrims
- in this type of government power is restricted
- parliaments makes these
- Hobbe's belief that humans are _____
- first document limiting government
- John Locke wanted government to do this for your rights
19 Clues: legislatures make these • parliaments makes these • born with these, natural • first document limiting government • unicameral lawmaking body of Britain • Hobbe's belief that humans are _____ • economy meant to enrich the mother nation • a territory controlled by another country • location of the first colonial legislature • belonging by nature or habit, "just because" • ...
Government Crossword Puzzle 2022-03-31
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- The study of the roles of citizens.
- The end of your city.
- Head honcho of the country.
- A form of emergency service that handles fire
- A local law.
- A governing body.
- Does a part have to much power?
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- How a bill is passed if the governor vetoes it.
- In relation to a city/governing body.
- A type of committee that is always in session.
- A form of emergency service that handles crime.
- How you pick your party.
- An elected head city or town.
- Bill of Rights
- Something you should do as a civilian.
15 Clues: A local law. • Bill of Rights • A governing body. • The end of your city. • How you pick your party. • Head honcho of the country. • An elected head city or town. • Does a part have to much power? • The study of the roles of citizens. • In relation to a city/governing body. • Something you should do as a civilian. • A form of emergency service that handles fire • ...
Unit 1 and 2 Test Review 2025-09-04
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- Division of government among legislative, executive, and judicial branches
- republic, Government with elected representatives ruled by a constitution
- Belief that citizens elect representatives to make laws
- Agreement about counting enslaved persons for representation
- Having a single legislative body
- Anti-Federalist leader, argued for Bill of Rights
- Branch that enforces the laws (President)
- Co-author of the Federalist Papers, first Chief Justice
- Anti-Federalist who opposed the Constitution
- Government must follow clear, established legal rules
- Division of power between national and state governments
- First ten amendments guaranteeing basic freedoms
- Plan at the Constitutional Convention for two-house Congress
- of Rights, 1689 law protecting Parliament and individual rights
- America’s first government plan, weak central authority
- Legal system based on court precedents and customs
- Introduction to the Constitution stating its goals
- Leading Federalist and co-author of many Federalist Papers
- Branch that makes the laws (Congress)
- government, System where citizens elect leaders to make laws
- Group opposing ratification and demanding a Bill of Rights
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- 1776 document declaring colonies free from Britain
- “Father of the Constitution,” proposed the Virginia Plan
- Person or paper opposing the new Constitution
- Branch that interprets the laws (Supreme Court)
- Proposal for representation in Congress based on state population
- To formally approve or confirm an agreement
- President of the Constitutional Convention
- Rights everyone has for being human—life, liberty, property
- Formal change or addition to the Constitution
- Agreement among the people to create government for protection
- Anti-Federalist leader and defender of liberty
- Rights that cannot be taken away by government
- Government is not all powerful; it is restricted by law
- Each branch can limit the other branches’ powers
- Papers, Series of essays promoting the Constitution’s ratification
- Ideas and morals stemming from Jewish and Christian beliefs
- Author of the Declaration of Independence, strong supporter of natural rights
- Early agreement for self-government by the Pilgrims
- Group supporting ratification and a strong central government
- Government power resides in the people
- Federal law is above state law
- Having two legislative chambers or houses
- Fair treatment through legal procedures
- Pamphlet by Thomas Paine urging independence
- Era emphasizing reason, science, and individual rights
- Plan, Proposal for equal state representation in Congress
- Congress can pass laws “necessary and proper” for governing
48 Clues: Federal law is above state law • Having a single legislative body • Branch that makes the laws (Congress) • Government power resides in the people • Fair treatment through legal procedures • Branch that enforces the laws (President) • Having two legislative chambers or houses • President of the Constitutional Convention • To formally approve or confirm an agreement • ...
Yellow Clue 2 2018-03-14
11 Clues: states • the most • president • amendment 35 • amendment 24 • amendment 15 • broadway play • supreme court • bill of rights • house of representatives • father of the constitution
Government Final 2023-05-16
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- Antifederalists believed this was needed to create a new constitution. (9)
- Plan that suggested the Legislative branch has a House of Reps and Senate. (1)
- The purpose of the bill is to protect rights of individual liberty and... (7)
- Who the framers believed should decide voters rights. (4)
- The cornerstone of our government. (6)
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- Type of government that divides power between state, national, and local. (8)
- The way the state maintains social order, enacts laws, and provides public services. (3)
- Type of democracy the United States has. (2)
- Without a strong national government federalists were concerned of what happening? (5)
- Why did we need to end the Articles of Confederation, to make the government more... (10)
- The Bill of Rights are the first ___ amendments. (11)
11 Clues: The cornerstone of our government. (6) • Type of democracy the United States has. (2) • The Bill of Rights are the first ___ amendments. (11) • Who the framers believed should decide voters rights. (4) • Antifederalists believed this was needed to create a new constitution. (9) • Type of government that divides power between state, national, and local. (8) • ...
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2019-01-22
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- MLK Day is celebrated the ___ day in January.
- The Civil Rights ____ made discrimination illegal.
- 250,000 people marched in this city for equal rights.
- to protest peacefully
- separation of people
- killed
- Parks Woman who would not give her seat to a white man.
- President who signed the bill making MLK a national holiday.
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- To stop using something as a type of protest.
- To treat people unfairly because of their skin color.
- ______ rights
- MLK's speech "I Have a ______" is his most famous.
- City in Alabama where there was a bus boycott.
- Peace Prize prize awarded in 1964
14 Clues: killed • ______ rights • separation of people • to protest peacefully • Peace Prize prize awarded in 1964 • To stop using something as a type of protest. • MLK Day is celebrated the ___ day in January. • City in Alabama where there was a bus boycott. • The Civil Rights ____ made discrimination illegal. • MLK's speech "I Have a ______" is his most famous. • ...
Government 2025-05-08
Across
- the drawing of legislative district boundaries to benefit a specific group
- party supporting of ratification of the Constitution, liked strong central government
- the study of the characteristics of populations
- a system of government where power is divided between a central authority and regional or state governments
- the right to vote
- written defamation of another person
- the principle of a two-house legislature
- the assigning of congressional seats by congress after each census
- An economic and governmental system based on public ownership of the means of production and exchange.
Down
- government by the people with free elections
- when Individuals are appointed to government positions based on their partisan loyalty rather than merit
- Additions to the Constitution that further protect the rights and liberties of the people from government interference
- a decision made by a higher court such as the Supreme Court that serves as a guide or example for future actions or decisions by other courts
- talking for long periods of time to prolong debate and delay or prevent a vote on a bill in the Senate
- programs such as unemployment insurance, disaster relief, or disability payments that provide benefits to all eligible citizens
- term the founding fathers used to refer to political parties and special interests or interest groups
- party supporting the bill of rights
- when a government is unable to pass laws or make decisions due to significant disagreement; political stalemate
- a meeting of local party members to choose party officials or candidates for public office
- formal decision by the president to reject the bill passed by Congress
20 Clues: the right to vote • party supporting the bill of rights • written defamation of another person • the principle of a two-house legislature • government by the people with free elections • the study of the characteristics of populations • the assigning of congressional seats by congress after each census • ...
Civil Liberties- Joe, Jacob, Emmet 2023-01-17
Across
- need a reason to be jailed
- "Clear and present danger"
- Due process
- read by police after arrests
- woman's right to privacy
- used to fight terroism
- a rapist was not read his rights
- skips trial
- created in shadow of Bill of Rights
Down
- right to bear arms
- Amish can leave school after 8th grade
- can't be put on trial twice
- Suit over prior restraint
- can't try for a crime committed before the law
- illegally obtained evidence can't be used
15 Clues: Due process • skips trial • right to bear arms • used to fight terroism • woman's right to privacy • Suit over prior restraint • need a reason to be jailed • "Clear and present danger" • can't be put on trial twice • read by police after arrests • a rapist was not read his rights • created in shadow of Bill of Rights • Amish can leave school after 8th grade • ...
Unit 1 2025-01-13
Across
- Decision to have a House of Reps based on Population, and a Senate where each state gets 2.
- to agree
- felt the constitution was good as is and did not need a bill of rights.
- when a president rejects a piece of passed legislation.
- Two house legislature
- changes to the constitution
- felt the constitution needed a bill of rights.
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- Decision on how enslaved people would be counted in the census.
- a system that has a state government and a local government
- bringing charges against a government officical for wrongdoing.
- powers shared by the federal and state government.
- powers not given to the federal government.
- the ability for the Supreme Court to review an possibility declare a law unconstitutional.
13 Clues: to agree • Two house legislature • changes to the constitution • powers not given to the federal government. • felt the constitution needed a bill of rights. • powers shared by the federal and state government. • when a president rejects a piece of passed legislation. • a system that has a state government and a local government • ...
Civil Liberties- Joe, Jacob, Emmet 2023-01-17
Across
- need a reason to be jailed
- "Clear and present danger"
- Due process
- read by police after arrests
- woman's right to privacy
- used to fight terroism
- a rapist was not read his rights
- skips trial
- created in shadow of Bill of Rights
Down
- right to bear arms
- Amish can leave school after 8th grade
- can't be put on trial twice
- Suit over prior restraint
- can't try for a crime committed before the law
- illegally obtained evidence can't be used
15 Clues: Due process • skips trial • right to bear arms • used to fight terroism • woman's right to privacy • Suit over prior restraint • need a reason to be jailed • "Clear and present danger" • can't be put on trial twice • read by police after arrests • a rapist was not read his rights • created in shadow of Bill of Rights • Amish can leave school after 8th grade • ...
US Constitution and Bill of Rights 2023-03-01
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- right to a speedy trial
- no excess bail
- right to own a gun for self defense
- right to a jury of your peers
- protects future individual rights
- changing the constitution
- establishes six goals
- no unlawful searches
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- can't be tried twice for the same crime
- executes the laws
- no feeding or housing soldiers
- interprets the laws
- protects freedom of religion, speech, press
- financial obligations
- representation based on population
- establishes shared power between federal government and states
- every state has equal representation
- minimum number for ratification
18 Clues: no excess bail • executes the laws • interprets the laws • no unlawful searches • financial obligations • establishes six goals • right to a speedy trial • changing the constitution • right to a jury of your peers • no feeding or housing soldiers • minimum number for ratification • protects future individual rights • representation based on population • ...
s.s project 2012-01-12
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- The highest court in the U.S.
- An assembly or council of citizens having the highest deliberative functions in a government.
- Limitation of power the branches of government.
- A law before its approved.
- The Constitutional Convention was to improve this document.
- The regular administration of the law, according to which no citizen may be denied his or her legal rights.
- A system of government in which power is shared between the central, or federal, government and the states.
- A settlement of differences by mutual concessions.
- Judicial Branch,Legislative Branch, ___________ Branch.
- To disprove of a bill/law.
- A very bad economic state, worse than a recession.
- To confirm by expressing consent, approval, or formal sanction.
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- The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution.
- To disagree with the methods, goals, etc., of a political party or government.
- Judicial, Executive, Legislative.
- To alter, modify, rephrase, or add to or subtract from (a motion, bill, constitution, etc.) by formal procedure: Congress may amend the proposed tax bill.
- Executive Branch, Judicial Branch, ___________ Branch.
- To accuse (a public official) before an appropriate tribunal of misconduct in office.
- The branch of government over the court system.
- A statue is named after it in NY.
20 Clues: A law before its approved. • To disprove of a bill/law. • The highest court in the U.S. • Judicial, Executive, Legislative. • A statue is named after it in NY. • Limitation of power the branches of government. • The branch of government over the court system. • The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution. • A settlement of differences by mutual concessions. • ...
Enlightenment & Revolutions Crossword Review 2026-03-09
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- Prison in Paris stormed in 1789 at the start of the French Revolution
- Enlightenment philosopher who believed people have natural rights like life and liberty
- Philosopher who believed a strong government was needed to maintain order
- REVOLUTION Successful slave revolt that led to independence in Haiti
- Movement that emphasized reason, science, and individual rights
- Scientist who discovered the laws of motion and gravity
- GENERAL Meeting called by King Louis XVI that helped start the French Revolution
- Enlightenment thinker who supported freedom of speech and religion
- METHOD Process of learning through observation and experimentation
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- REVOLUTION War where the American colonies gained independence from Britain
- Government ruled by a king or queen
- TEA PARTY Colonial protest where tea was dumped into Boston Harbor
- OF POWERS Idea that government power should be divided into branches
- RIGHTS Rights people are born with that cannot be taken away
- OF TERROR Period of extreme violence during the French Revolution
- OF RIGHTS The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution
16 Clues: Government ruled by a king or queen • Scientist who discovered the laws of motion and gravity • OF RIGHTS The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution • RIGHTS Rights people are born with that cannot be taken away • Movement that emphasized reason, science, and individual rights • OF TERROR Period of extreme violence during the French Revolution • ...
declaration and constitution 2024-01-19
Across
- the intro to the constitution.
- rights that can't be taken away.
- the pursuit of
- to make an ammendment and too improve
- being forced to house soldiers in you're home
- the presidential branch
- the branch of the government that makes laws
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- of rights thefirst assessment of the consitution
- the supreme court and the justice system.
- complaints about the british.
- king of England during reevolution
- peace
- wrote the declaration of independence
13 Clues: peace • the pursuit of • the presidential branch • complaints about the british. • the intro to the constitution. • rights that can't be taken away. • king of England during reevolution • wrote the declaration of independence • to make an ammendment and too improve • the supreme court and the justice system. • the branch of the government that makes laws • ...
Test Your Knowledge on The Am. Revolution 2021-05-05
Across
- Who helped America win the battle of Yorktown and win the war.
- What was needed in the government to keep the power in check.
- Who stated “I am glad to know that sun is rising, not setting.” during the constitutional convention?
- A person who remained loyal to Britain and the king.
- During the harsh winter at valley forge the patriots needed ________ .
- The man that led the patriots to victory.
- The number of amendments in the Bill of Rights.
- Name of the British king at the time of the war. (Make sure to put king at the begging, then put the name)
Down
- A notorious traitor.
- The document that replaced the Articles of Confederation.
- The thing Americans were fighting for.
- A big fight between two sides. Usually wants something from the other side.
- A bill that showed the rights of the Americans that were not stated in the Constitution.
- Who first said the phrase ”No Taxation Without Representation!)
- The _______ Massacre
- What the colonists were rebelling.
- The enemy.
- A weapon used often during the war.
- The Americans _____ their freedom.
- A weapon only most generals carried.
20 Clues: The enemy. • A notorious traitor. • The _______ Massacre • What the colonists were rebelling. • The Americans _____ their freedom. • A weapon used often during the war. • A weapon only most generals carried. • The thing Americans were fighting for. • The man that led the patriots to victory. • The number of amendments in the Bill of Rights. • ...
AP Gov Unit 3 Facts and Terms 2026-01-07
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- v. Board, Case that ended school segregation
- Clause, Part of the 1st Amendment preventing government-established religion
- doctrine, Process of applying Bill of Rights protections to the states
- Rights Act of 1965, Law protecting minority voting rights
- Rights Act of 1964, Law banning discrimination in public places and employment
- Amendment, Amendment that banned poll taxes
- Exercise Clause, Clause protecting the right to practice religion freely
- Amendment, Amendment that abolished slavery
- Amendment, Amendment banning race-based voting discrimination
- v. Ferguson, Case establishing “separate but equal”
- v. Reed, Case banning gender discrimination under equal protection
- Protection Clause, Clause requiring states to treat people equally under the law
- Process Clause, Clause guaranteeing fair legal procedures
- v. New York, Case that incorporated free speech to the states
- Amendment, Amendment granting women the right to vote
- Right to not testify against oneself
- speech, Advertising speech that has limited protection
- The right to vote
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- of Rights, First ten amendments to the Constitution
- Type of speech not protected by the First Amendment
- with Disabilities Act, Law protecting people with disabilities from discrimination
- restraint, Government censorship before publication
- speech, Nonverbal expression protected by the First Amendment
- Amendment, Amendment protecting speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition
- tax, Fee once required to vote
- and unusual punishment, Punishment prohibited by the Eighth Amendment
- action, Policies designed to remedy past discrimination
- v. Sandford, Case ruling enslaved people were not citizens
- worth, Idea that jobs requiring similar skill should receive equal pay
- Amendment, Amendment that applies rights to the states and guarantees equal protection
- bargaining, Agreement where a defendant pleads guilty for a lighter sentence
- harassment, Unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature in the workplace or school
- to privacy, Implied right protecting personal decisions
- rule, Rule that bars illegally obtained evidence from trial
- Fixed numerical requirement for hiring or admission
- v. US, Case upholding Japanese internment during WWII
- rights, Government-protected rights against discrimination
- Written false statements that harm someone’s reputation
- liberties, Individual freedoms protected from government interference
- Rights Amendment, Proposed amendment guaranteeing gender equality
40 Clues: The right to vote • tax, Fee once required to vote • Right to not testify against oneself • Amendment, Amendment that banned poll taxes • Amendment, Amendment that abolished slavery • v. Board, Case that ended school segregation • of Rights, First ten amendments to the Constitution • Type of speech not protected by the First Amendment • ...
declaration and constitution 2024-01-19
Across
- the intro to the constitution.
- rights that can't be taken away.
- the pursuit of
- to make an ammendment and too improve
- being forced to house soldiers in you're home
- the presidential branch
- the branch of the government that makes laws
Down
- of rights thefirst assessment of the consitution
- the supreme court and the justice system.
- complaints about the british.
- king of England during reevolution
- peace
- wrote the declaration of independence
13 Clues: peace • the pursuit of • the presidential branch • complaints about the british. • the intro to the constitution. • rights that can't be taken away. • king of England during reevolution • wrote the declaration of independence • to make an ammendment and too improve • the supreme court and the justice system. • the branch of the government that makes laws • ...
American cit crossword puzzle Part 1 2024-12-18
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- the current Speaker of The House
- name of a law that Congress has passed
- relates to american citezen's rights
- number of amendments in the bill of rights
- secretary that manages relationships with foreign countries
- amendment that gives you the freedom to think, be or say as you want
- carries out laws
- citizens have a say in the gov
- country ran by queen/king
- president sends his rejection of a bill with this
- The highest court in the federal judicial of the United States
- The court that deals with civilian disputes
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- you can do this if you are 18+ american citizen
- immigrants can become U.S. citizens
- something a citizen must obey
- another word for freedom
- highest level in court system
- A new immigration policy becomes necessary
- a legislature made up two houses
- the card that allows immigrants to legally live and work in the United States
- laws specfically for the U.S. military
- minimum age to be elected for The Senate
- citizens pay these
- branch that the president is a part of
- secretary that helps workers get fair wages
25 Clues: carries out laws • citizens pay these • another word for freedom • country ran by queen/king • something a citizen must obey • highest level in court system • citizens have a say in the gov • the current Speaker of The House • a legislature made up two houses • immigrants can become U.S. citizens • relates to american citezen's rights • name of a law that Congress has passed • ...
Bill of rights and Principles of government 2022-02-17
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- Rights protected when accused of crime
- Government is not all powerful
- No quartering of soldiers in homes
- 13th, 14th, 15th amendments
- No unreasonable search and arrest
Down
- State and Government power by people
- Right to bear/carry arms
- Right to be informed of charges etc
- Central government divided into three
- People elect representatives
- Freedom of speech, religion, etc
- Rights that aren't in the constitution
- Limitation on bail and punishments
- Provides jury trials in civil cases
- Government power kept by state
- Branch can limit other branches
- Federal/State governments share power
17 Clues: Right to bear/carry arms • 13th, 14th, 15th amendments • People elect representatives • Government is not all powerful • Government power kept by state • Branch can limit other branches • Freedom of speech, religion, etc • No unreasonable search and arrest • Limitation on bail and punishments • No quartering of soldiers in homes • Right to be informed of charges etc • ...
Revolutionary Characters Crossword 2016-10-12
Across
- One thing Washington didn’t attend.
- Lost wife while giving birth. (Who?)
- Sense Book favors American Independence.
- America Book arguing Declaration of Independence.
- “Morality and good taste were allied.”
- First commander in chief.
- Richest state during this time.
- Washington’s Secretary of State
- Location of Washington’s planation.
- Franklin has strong felling for ______.(two words)
- Dedicated to British Empire.
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- Jefferson attended College of ____________.
- Formal declaration of civil rights.
- Year Benjamin Franklin died.
- Washington wanted to abolish ______.
- Paine writes new _________ for France.
- Job Franklin got fired from (in British Monarchy)
- Something Jefferson had strong passion for.
- Event that was colonial rebellion.
- Jefferson’s plantation
20 Clues: Jefferson’s plantation • First commander in chief. • Year Benjamin Franklin died. • Dedicated to British Empire. • Richest state during this time. • Washington’s Secretary of State • Event that was colonial rebellion. • Formal declaration of civil rights. • One thing Washington didn’t attend. • Location of Washington’s planation. • Washington wanted to abolish ______. • ...
Foundations of Georgia Government 2022-09-08
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- introduction to the constitution stating its purpose
- the legislative branch is made up of ___ houses
- liberties is another word for______
- people can worship how they want due to freedom of _______ in the bill of rights
- obeying the law is an example of a _________ Georgia citizens have
- who is the head of the executive branch
- all citizens have the right to a trial by ______ according to the bill of rights
- this branch interprets the laws
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- the system giving each branch of gov't certain duties is called _________ of powers
- age you have to be to vote in Georgia election
- this branch of gov't makes the laws
- Article I of Georgia's constitution
- the system that keeps the branches of gov't equal in power is called checks and ________
- veto power is a check of the legislative branch by the _________ branch
- voting is an example of a ______ Georgia citizens have
- the U.S. Constitution is ________ to the Georgia Constitution
- this branch of gov't enforces/carries out the laws
- Georgia's constitution is ______ than the U.S. Constitution
- the legislative branch is made up of the House of Representatives and the ______
- The Georgia state motto found on the flag and in the pledge of allegiance is ______, justice, and moderation
- the Supreme Court is the head of the _____ branch
21 Clues: this branch interprets the laws • this branch of gov't makes the laws • Article I of Georgia's constitution • liberties is another word for______ • who is the head of the executive branch • age you have to be to vote in Georgia election • the legislative branch is made up of ___ houses • the Supreme Court is the head of the _____ branch • ...
21 2024-11-04
Across
- Singer, "Let's Dance" collaborator with Nile Rodgers
- Neighborhood known for its Renaissance
- Mandela’s first name
- Renowned Black painter of the Harlem Renaissance
- Civil rights activist Ella
- West African first name, meaning "joy has come"
- Message in civil rights marches
- Afro-Brazilian dance
- Southern fried cornbread
- Civil rights leader, last name John
- First Black NFL quarterback, last name Briscoe
- "On & On" singer Erykah
- R&B singer Janelle
- Basketball great Michael
- Actor Williams, poet and spoken word artist
- Profession of Beyoncé
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- Middle name of Malcolm X
- Jazz singer Fitzgerald's first name
- Legendary status
- Actress Fishburne's daughter
- Oscar-winning actress Berry
- Color associated with jazz
- Scholar and author Michael Eric
- TV comedian and actor Bill
- South African language and people
- Boxing legend, last name Clay
- Playwright, last name August
- Comedian and actor Cole
- Actor Freeman
- "Sexual Healing" singer Gaye
30 Clues: Actor Freeman • Legendary status • R&B singer Janelle • Mandela’s first name • Afro-Brazilian dance • Profession of Beyoncé • "On & On" singer Erykah • Comedian and actor Cole • Middle name of Malcolm X • Southern fried cornbread • Basketball great Michael • Color associated with jazz • Civil rights activist Ella • TV comedian and actor Bill • Oscar-winning actress Berry • ...
U.S. Reconstruction 2025-12-07
Across
- Acres and a Mule A promise that previously enslaved people would get forty acres and a mule
- legal separation of racial groups
- formally enslaved person who gained freedom
- Violent White group rejecting Black rights
- Northerners who moved South during Reconstruction
- President power to reject a bill
- charging a president with wrongdoing
- President who served in Civil War
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- rebuilding destroyed cities, roads, and railroads
- President during early reconstruction
- farming and raising crops
- White southerners who supported Reconstruction
- A Farming System where workers pay rent with crops
- percent Plan Lincoln's plan for readmitting Southern States
- Amendment that protects voting rights no matter what race/ethnicity
- Codes Southern laws limiting African American rights
- Amendment that grants citizenship for people that are born in the U.S.
- Period of rebuilding the South after the Civil War
- forgiveness of soldiers on the Confederate side
- Government pardon for past event
20 Clues: farming and raising crops • President power to reject a bill • Government pardon for past event • legal separation of racial groups • President who served in Civil War • charging a president with wrongdoing • President during early reconstruction • Violent White group rejecting Black rights • formally enslaved person who gained freedom • ...
Chapter Eight Vocabulary 2017-12-06
Across
- / equal application of the laws regardless of a person's race, religion, political beliefs, or other qualities
- / delegates of constitutional convention who built / shape the US Constitution
- / supporters of the constitution and a stronger national government, feared disorder without it
- / England's lawmaking legislative body
- / federalists who wrote several essays explaining and defending the Constitution and had the essays later published in newspapers and sent to delegates at state conventions
- / against ratifying constitution, beard power of national government and wanted a Bill of Rights included to protect the peoples rights
- / anti-federalist who would not ratify the constitution unless Bill of Rights was included wanted to make sure that the rights of the federal government in the rights of the states were separated
- / Poltical theory that government is subject to the will of the people, people have the power
- / government's power comes from the people
- / share in the powers between the national and state government
- / lawmaking branch of government including Congress the Senate and House of Representatives
- / protected independence of Americans but failed to create a government strong enough to deal with the challenges the nation must face
- / French writer who declared the powers of government should be separated and balanced against each other making sure that one person or group would not gain too much power
- / powers shared by the state and federal government
- / powers that belong only to the federal government
- / find and supreme authority of US, supreme law of the land
- / placed limits on the power of the monarchy to make sure it's a king or queen did not have too much power
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- / introduction to U.S. Constitution stating goals of constitution
- / System in which each branch of government checks or limits other branches so no one branch gets too much power
- / process of becoming a citizen of another country
- / power of the judge whether or not actions of other branches are unconstitutional
- / branch of government that executes, carries out the law, including the president and cabinet
- / English philosopher who wrote about having natural rights including life, liberty, and property and the government is based on the constitution, a contract, between the people and ruler
- / to approve
- / special group of electors chosen to vote for president and Vice President
- / republicanism, people rule through elected representatives
- / powers not pacifically defined in the Constitution, shall be entrusted to congress
- / branch of government that includes the court, settled disputes and questions of the law, the Supreme Court and federal courts
- / legislative executive and judicial
- / based on Montesquieu's idea, a principle by which powers are divided among different branches of government to make sure no one branch gets too much power
- / movement that promoted the idea that knowledge reason and science would improve society
- / official change addition to the constitution
- / government was limited powers strictly defined by law, no person or group is above the law
- / legal rules and procedures the government must observe before depriving a person of life, liberty, or property
- / based on the ideas of John Locke basic rights and freedoms to which all humans are entitled, life liberty and the pursuit of happiness
- / powers that belong only to the state government
- ofrights / first ten amendments to the , starting fundamental rights of citizens
37 Clues: / to approve • / legislative executive and judicial • / England's lawmaking legislative body • / government's power comes from the people • / official change addition to the constitution • / powers that belong only to the state government • / process of becoming a citizen of another country • / powers shared by the state and federal government • ...
The Bill Of Rights by: Tess Scott 2020-02-21
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- The ________________ is a formal listing of the basic rights of U.S. citizens
- payment given to someone to offset, or make up for, a loss or injury is called ___________________
- a person who is required to defend himself or herself in a legal action is called a ______________
- putting a person on trial more than once for the same crime is a ___________________
- The 5th amendment give the right to remain ___________
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- to withhold or take away something is called ________________
- There were ______ official copies made of the bill of rights
- A __________________ is giving testimony that can be used against oneself
- change or addition to the Constitution is ____________
- the bill of rights is part of the ______________________
- a ______________ is an order from a judge that authorizes police or other officials to take a certain action, such as searching someone’s property
- ____________________ balances the power of law of the land and protects the individual person from it
- Freedom of speech, press, religion, assembly, and petition is called _______________
13 Clues: change or addition to the Constitution is ____________ • The 5th amendment give the right to remain ___________ • the bill of rights is part of the ______________________ • to withhold or take away something is called ________________ • There were ______ official copies made of the bill of rights • ...
U.S. Reconstruction 2025-12-07
Across
- Acres and a Mule A promise that previously enslaved people would get forty acres and a mule
- legal separation of racial groups
- formally enslaved person who gained freedom
- Violent White group rejecting Black rights
- Northerners who moved South during Reconstruction
- President power to reject a bill
- charging a president with wrongdoing
- President who served in Civil War
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- rebuilding destroyed cities, roads, and railroads
- President during early reconstruction
- farming and raising crops
- White southerners who supported Reconstruction
- A Farming System where workers pay rent with crops
- percent Plan Lincoln's plan for readmitting Southern States
- Amendment that protects voting rights no matter what race/ethnicity
- Codes Southern laws limiting African American rights
- Amendment that grants citizenship for people that are born in the U.S.
- Period of rebuilding the South after the Civil War
- forgiveness of soldiers on the Confederate side
- Government pardon for past event
20 Clues: farming and raising crops • President power to reject a bill • Government pardon for past event • legal separation of racial groups • President who served in Civil War • charging a president with wrongdoing • President during early reconstruction • Violent White group rejecting Black rights • formally enslaved person who gained freedom • ...
chapter 2-2.1 government 2020-10-08
Unit 1 Exam 2023-08-21
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- Rule of
- Consent of the
- Everyone has a __ in government
- Philosopher of Natural Rights, John
- Type of government that we elect people to make decisions
- Freedom of
- Secret
- Government cannot do whatever it wants, it is
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- Power comes from the people which is popular
- __Compact, First document to establish self-government in the New World
- Daniels Shays was a poor
- Shays Rebellion was going to rob an
- First written constituion in Europeon History, Magna
- Free, fair, and competitive
- One person, one
- limited the powers of the monarch and strengthened Parliament, _ Bill of Rights
16 Clues: Secret • Rule of • Freedom of • Consent of the • One person, one • Daniels Shays was a poor • Free, fair, and competitive • Everyone has a __ in government • Shays Rebellion was going to rob an • Philosopher of Natural Rights, John • Power comes from the people which is popular • Government cannot do whatever it wants, it is • First written constituion in Europeon History, Magna • ...
Foundations of Georgia Government 2022-09-08
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- introduction to the constitution stating its purpose
- the legislative branch is made up of ___ houses
- liberties is another word for______
- people can worship how they want due to freedom of _______ in the bill of rights
- obeying the law is an example of a _________ Georgia citizens have
- who is the head of the executive branch
- all citizens have the right to a trial by ______ according to the bill of rights
- this branch interprets the laws
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- the system giving each branch of gov't certain duties is called _________ of powers
- age you have to be to vote in Georgia election
- this branch of gov't makes the laws
- Article I of Georgia's constitution
- the system that keeps the branches of gov't equal in power is called checks and ________
- veto power is a check of the legislative branch by the _________ branch
- voting is an example of a ______ Georgia citizens have
- the U.S. Constitution is ________ to the Georgia Constitution
- this branch of gov't enforces/carries out the laws
- Georgia's constitution is ______ than the U.S. Constitution
- the legislative branch is made up of the House of Representatives and the ______
- The Georgia state motto found on the flag and in the pledge of allegiance is ______, justice, and moderation
- the Supreme Court is the head of the _____ branch
21 Clues: this branch interprets the laws • this branch of gov't makes the laws • Article I of Georgia's constitution • liberties is another word for______ • who is the head of the executive branch • age you have to be to vote in Georgia election • the legislative branch is made up of ___ houses • the Supreme Court is the head of the _____ branch • ...
Bill of Rights (Ch 6) 2022-03-07
Across
- following established legal procedures
- written untruths that are harmful to someone's reputation
- a court order allowing police to search property and seize evidence
- a document issued by a grand jury to change someone with a crime
- a formal request for government action
- putting someone on trial for a crime of which he or she was previously found innocent
- a strong reason to think that a person or property was involved in a crime
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- giving evidence about yourself that could lead to you being found guilty of a crime
- the right to vote
- spoken untruths that are harmful to someone's reputation
- laws from after the Civil War that kept African Americans from holding certain jobs, gave them few property rights, and limited their rights in other ways
- a sum of money required of voters before they are permitted to cast a ballot
- the right of the government to take private property-usually land-for public use
13 Clues: the right to vote • following established legal procedures • a formal request for government action • spoken untruths that are harmful to someone's reputation • written untruths that are harmful to someone's reputation • a document issued by a grand jury to change someone with a crime • a court order allowing police to search property and seize evidence • ...
bill of rights and constitution 2022-06-28
Across
- how many amendments were there originally?
- what is the right to not quarter soilders?
- what amendment says you have the right to bear arms?
- You cant be charged for the same crime how many times?
- what amendment is freedom of speech
- the constitution is divided into?
- this amendment gives you the right to a speedy trial?
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- how many amendments are there?
- how many rights are in the first amendment
- how many amendments have been approved by the constitution?
- what prevent excessive bail?
- what amendment is double jeopardy?
- who made the virginia plan?
13 Clues: what prevent excessive bail? • how many amendments are there? • the constitution is divided into? • what amendment is double jeopardy? • what amendment is freedom of speech • who made the virginia plan? • how many amendments were there originally? • how many rights are in the first amendment • what is the right to not quarter soilders? • ...
Government Review 2020-10-21
Across
- One of three rights guaranteed to all people
- The Treaty of Paris said the US owned all land east of the __________ (except Florida)
- This is what happened when the colonists felt they had to change the government by force
- This document said that the king had to follow the same laws as his people
- These Rights cannot be taken away
- American document that recognized natural rights
- Fundamental, basic rights everyone is born with
- This group of representatives made major decisions for the colonies
- If the government fails to protect citizens rights, they have the right to revolt
- One of three rights guaranteed to all people
- One of three rights guaranteed to all people
- The Magna Carta said laws and _________ had to be fair and equal
- Colonists complained that Parliament's laws were unfair because they lacked this
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- The colonists issued this to "break up" with Britain
- The idea that representatives should be chosen in a general election
- After the Revolution, the US wanted a ________ national government
- The English Bill of Rights said citizens had the right to __________ the government
- The colonists practiced this because Britain was too far away to govern them well
- An agreement where citizens give up some rights in exchange for government protection
- This movement of science and reason caused the colonists to examine their government and colonial rule
- "________ without representation" was a major complaint the colonists had
21 Clues: These Rights cannot be taken away • One of three rights guaranteed to all people • One of three rights guaranteed to all people • One of three rights guaranteed to all people • Fundamental, basic rights everyone is born with • American document that recognized natural rights • The colonists issued this to "break up" with Britain • ...
Parliamentary Procedure 2024-03-13
Across
- We follow his rules of order
- True or False? You must first be recognized by the chair for a point of order
- Bills are passed with this thype of vote
- A majority vote requires more than _______ of those present to pass
- The process of proposing, amending, approving, and defeating legislative motions
- This motion is used to end debate on a bill
- This motion is used to kill a bill
- If there are 18 members present, how many votes are needed for a 2/3 majority?
- We refer to members by last name and what other title?
- When we put bills in order, we set the ________.
- Motion stated when we are at the end of a session
- Affirmative speech given by the writer of the bill
- This is said when you want to ask a question
- This is said when a rule is violated
- This decides majority and 2/3 vote
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- Motion to make if you need to visit the restroom during debate
- How long is the question and answer period?
- Speech given in opposition to the bill
- A sign with the speaker's name on it
- Motion to change something in the bill
- The rights of the _______ are protected, but the majority rules
- True or False? Unfinished business comes before finished business
- The person in charge of making sure the rules are followed
- Motion when the whole group needs a break
- If someone makes a motion, this must happen before it can move to a vote.
- A formal proposal
- Affirmative speech given by a supporter of the bill
- This means that you opt not to vote
28 Clues: A formal proposal • We follow his rules of order • This motion is used to kill a bill • This decides majority and 2/3 vote • This means that you opt not to vote • A sign with the speaker's name on it • This is said when a rule is violated • Speech given in opposition to the bill • Motion to change something in the bill • Bills are passed with this thype of vote • ...
Constitutional Guide Crossword 2025-01-26
Across
- Who created the Virginia Plan?
- What combined both the Virginia and New Jersey plan?
- Which group wanted the Bill of Rights in the constitution?
- What was the intro to the constitution called?
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- Which plan wanted a unicameral government?
- Which plan wanted a bicameral government?
- How many amendments were in the Bill of Rights?
- Which group supported the constitution?
- How many articles were there?
9 Clues: How many articles were there? • Who created the Virginia Plan? • Which group supported the constitution? • Which plan wanted a bicameral government? • Which plan wanted a unicameral government? • What was the intro to the constitution called? • How many amendments were in the Bill of Rights? • What combined both the Virginia and New Jersey plan? • ...
Chapter 3/4 vocab 2021-03-08
Across
- A place with two official languages is
- A document that gave land to the Metis
- A type of school for people who want to learn French as a second language
- The prime minister that apologized for Residential Schools
- Act An act that highly discriminated against Indigenous people
- The number of hectares of land that the Metis had in Manitoba
- Someone who speaks English as their first language
- The prime minister who signed the Charter of Rights and Freedoms
- A law that made businesses unable to close on Sundays, this went against the freedom of religion
- The section of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms that involves travel
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- The only province that is currently bilingual
- Believing that your group is superior to the others
- Someone who speaks French as their first language
- The year that the Manitoba Act happened
- The section of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms that deals with the law
- A place where Indigenous children were sent to adapt to Western culture
- The section that Minority Language Rights are on
- The section of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms that deals with voting
- This bill in Quebec is meant to help preserve a French identity
- A river in Manitoba that the Metis lived near
20 Clues: A place with two official languages is • A document that gave land to the Metis • The year that the Manitoba Act happened • The only province that is currently bilingual • A river in Manitoba that the Metis lived near • The section that Minority Language Rights are on • Someone who speaks French as their first language • ...
Chapter 3/4 Vocab 2021-03-04
Across
- This bill in Quebec is meant to help preserve a French identity
- A document that gave land to the Metis
- The number of hectares of land that the Metis had in Manitoba
- The only province that is currently bilingual
- A place with two official languages is
- Act An act that highly discriminated against Indigenous people
- The prime minister who signed the Charter of Rights and Freedoms
- The section that Minority Language Rights are on
- The section of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms that deals with voting
- Someone who speaks English as their first language
- Someone who speaks French as their first language
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- The year that the Manitoba Act happened
- A law that made businesses unable to close on Sundays, this went against the freedom of religion
- The section of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms that involves travel
- A river in Manitoba that the Metis lived near
- The prime minister that apologized for Residential Schools
- A type of school for people who want to learn French as a second language
- A place where Indigenous children were sent to adapt to Western culture
- The section of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms that deals with the law
- Believing that your group is superior to the others
20 Clues: A document that gave land to the Metis • A place with two official languages is • The year that the Manitoba Act happened • A river in Manitoba that the Metis lived near • The only province that is currently bilingual • The section that Minority Language Rights are on • Someone who speaks French as their first language • ...
Chapter 3/4 Vocab 2021-03-04
Across
- A place with two official languages is
- The section of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms that deals with the law
- The only province that is currently bilingual
- The prime minister who signed the Charter of Rights and Freedoms
- Someone who speaks French as their first language
- A law that made businesses unable to close on Sundays, this went against the freedom of religion
- The section of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms that involves travel
- The section that Minority Language Rights are on
- A place where Indigenous children were sent to adapt to Western culture
- This bill in Quebec is meant to help preserve a French identity
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- A type of school for people who want to learn French as a second language
- The section of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms that deals with voting
- The year that the Manitoba Act happened
- Believing that your group is superior to the others
- The number of hectares of land that the Metis had in Manitoba
- A river in Manitoba that the Metis lived near
- Someone who speaks English as their first language
- A document that gave land to the Metis
- Act An act that highly discriminated against Indigenous people
- The prime minister that apologized for Residential Schools
20 Clues: A place with two official languages is • A document that gave land to the Metis • The year that the Manitoba Act happened • The only province that is currently bilingual • A river in Manitoba that the Metis lived near • The section that Minority Language Rights are on • Someone who speaks French as their first language • ...
Events Leading to Constitution 2014-02-09
Across
- <…> Rebellion was instigated by war veteran Daniel <…> who represented the voice of the angry farmers reacting to the debts of the American Revolution.
- Bill of <…> was created in order to prevent government exploitation of individual rights
- Formal change to the Constitution
- Articles of …
- Approval of the official document. For example, process by which states approved Articles of Confederation
- City in which Constitutional Convention was held
- One that exercises supreme, permanent authority in nation
- Number of branches of government created by the Constitution
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- Person who drafted the Bill of Right (Hint: James …)
- Supreme law of the United States of America
- Delegates who supported ratification of the Constitution
11 Clues: Articles of … • Formal change to the Constitution • Supreme law of the United States of America • City in which Constitutional Convention was held • Person who drafted the Bill of Right (Hint: James …) • Delegates who supported ratification of the Constitution • One that exercises supreme, permanent authority in nation • ...
Citizenship Crossword 2022-05-25
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- Something people come to the USA to seek
- Rights of the Accused
- Case that solidified the right to abortion in the United States
- No cruel or unusual punishment
- Highest court in the land
- First Amendment: Freedom of Press, Speech, Religion, Assembly, and _______
- No unjust searches or seziures
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- Right to a jury
- Right to bear arms
- We The ______
- Bill of ______
- "I plead the _____."
- Don't have to provide shelter for soliders during times of peace
- Our system of government
- Something needed for police to search your house
- The President's branch of government
16 Clues: We The ______ • Bill of ______ • Right to a jury • Right to bear arms • "I plead the _____." • Rights of the Accused • Our system of government • Highest court in the land • No cruel or unusual punishment • No unjust searches or seziures • The President's branch of government • Something people come to the USA to seek • Something needed for police to search your house • ...
1A Chapter 2 2023-09-14
Across
- served on the committee that wrote New Massachusetts Constitution in 1780
- part of 2nd continental congress, believed in right to govern yourself
- created/wrote great compromise
- Published a defend for the constitution and the United States of America
- refused to sign the constitution
- refused to sign the constitution
- provided guidance for 55 delegates, presiding officer of the Federal Constitutional Convention
- called for states to have delegates to discuss commerce and other matters
- organizer of meeting to revise the articles of confederation, helped frame the Bill of Rights
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- anonymous writer who supported anti federalist ideas
- pamphlets that spread negative affect of the constitution
- anti federalist who called for a bill of rights to be made to protect people’s personal freedoms
- part of 2nd continental congress, worked at independence hall
- introduced New Jersey plan
14 Clues: introduced New Jersey plan • created/wrote great compromise • refused to sign the constitution • refused to sign the constitution • anonymous writer who supported anti federalist ideas • pamphlets that spread negative affect of the constitution • part of 2nd continental congress, worked at independence hall • ...
Foundations 2021-10-13
Across
- 27 Amendments
- form perfect union
- this document gave us the principle of rule of law.
- power comes from the people
- first form of national government
- This is the total number of amendments to the constitution.
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- reason constitution was written.
- 1st amendment,bill of rights.
- guaranteed the rights of Englishmen to the colonists.
- against the king,certain unalienable rights,created equal.
10 Clues: 27 Amendments • form perfect union • power comes from the people • 1st amendment,bill of rights. • reason constitution was written. • first form of national government • this document gave us the principle of rule of law. • guaranteed the rights of Englishmen to the colonists. • against the king,certain unalienable rights,created equal. • ...
Government Review 2026-03-02
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- according to the rights of juvenile offenders, this is not allowed to be made public
- duties that all citizens have; some are mandatory, like paying taxes and serving on juries; others are voluntary, such as voting.
- the top source of revenue for local governments. Taxes placed on homes, cars, etc.
- type of law that deals with crimes being committed
- Age you must be to run for State Senate
- this group can approve a Municipal Charter in order for a city, town, or village to be established
- Age you must be to run for State House of Representatives
- system that allows one branch of government to veto or amend the acts of another to prevent one branch from having too much power.
- the largest sector of our economy - it includes everything from doctors, lawyers, salespeople, teachers, and many other jobs.
- major source of revenue for local governments. It is added onto the price of goods you buy at the store.
- Branch of government that makes laws. They also have the power to impeach officials
- form of local government made up of a mayor and a council that make decisions and enforce local laws
- once you are over this age you are no longer considered a juvenile in criminal court
- behaviors that are considered a status offense and can only be committed by a juvenile
- the document that outlines the rights, rules, regulations, and procedures for Georgia's citizens and government.
- Example of a Special-Purpse district. Atlanta's public transportation system.
- the constitutional principle that limits the powers vested in one person or branch of government. 3 branches of government.
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- the number of counties in Georgia
- government protections for citizens found in the U.S. Bill of Rights and the Georgia Bill of Rights.
- a list of rights and freedoms found in both the Georgia and United States Constitutions.
- When president/governor rejects a bill proposed by the legislative branch
- form of local government that was established to serve people living in rural areas, in order to give them access to local government services.
- governmental branch responsible for enforcing laws.
- Branch of government responsible for interpreting laws and overturning them if they are unconstitutional
- according to the rights of juvenile offenders, these must be present before being questioned
- This group makes Georgia's laws.
- Type of local government that provides a single service to a limited area. They collects revenue in the form of fees from citizens or businesses that use services. Examples include MARTA and the Atlanta Airport.
- Term length for all members of the Georgia General Assembly
- a special puroose sales tax that citizens vote for and helps to improve parks and other projects.
- written document that sets up a city’s structure.
- the sector of our economy that relies on Georgia's warm sub-tropical climate
- city
- this is a right AND a responsibility
- behaviors that are considered crimes for adults or juveniles
- type of law that deals with issues between two private parties
- Leader of Georgia's Executive Branch
36 Clues: city • This group makes Georgia's laws. • the number of counties in Georgia • this is a right AND a responsibility • Leader of Georgia's Executive Branch • Age you must be to run for State Senate • written document that sets up a city’s structure. • type of law that deals with crimes being committed • governmental branch responsible for enforcing laws. • ...
Foundation Of The American Government / Election 2012-12-12
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- / Belonging to a country
- Of The Virginia Company Of London / Gave colonists of Englishmen.
- Amendment / Due Process
- Seven / # of Amendments in the Constitution.
- / Introduction to the Constitution.
- Of American Citizens / Register & Vote / Hold Elective Office, etc.
- Of The Governed / People are the source of any and all governmental power.
- / Process in which you become a citizen
- Declaration Of Rights / Model for the United States Bill Of Rights.
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- Of Independence / Declared us free from Great Britain : Affirmed "Unalienable rights" (Life, Liberty, Pursuit Of Happiness)
- Amendment / Religion; Assembly; Petition; Press; Speech
- Of American Citizens / Obey Laws; Pay Taxes; Serve In The Military; Serve On A Jury.
- Government / People elect public officeholder.
- / The people rule.
- Government / Government is not all powerful and can only do things people tells it to do.
- / Second part of the Constitution.
- / Change to the Constitution.
- Of Law / No one is above the law.
18 Clues: / The people rule. • Amendment / Due Process • / Belonging to a country • / Change to the Constitution. • Of Law / No one is above the law. • / Second part of the Constitution. • / Introduction to the Constitution. • / Process in which you become a citizen • Seven / # of Amendments in the Constitution. • Government / People elect public officeholder. • ...
Foundation Of The American Government / Election 2012-12-12
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- / The people rule.
- Of The Virginia Company Of London / Gave colonists of Englishmen.
- Of Law / No one is above the law.
- Of American Citizens / Obey Laws; Pay Taxes; Serve In The Military; Serve On A Jury.
- Seven / # of Amendments in the Constitution.
- / Process in which you become a citizen
- Declaration Of Rights / Model for the United States Bill Of Rights.
- Amendment / Due Process
- Government / People elect public officeholder.
- Of The Governed / People are the source of any and all governmental power.
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- / Introduction to the Constitution.
- Of Independence / Declared us free from Great Britain : Affirmed "Unalienable rights" (Life, Liberty, Pursuit Of Happiness)
- Of American Citizens / Register & Vote; Hold Elective Office, etc.
- Government / Government is not all powerful and can only do things people tells it to do.
- / Second part of the Constitution.
- / Belonging to a country
- / Change to the Constitution.
- Amendment / Religion; Assembly; Petition; Press; Speech
18 Clues: / The people rule. • Amendment / Due Process • / Belonging to a country • / Change to the Constitution. • Of Law / No one is above the law. • / Second part of the Constitution. • / Introduction to the Constitution. • / Process in which you become a citizen • Seven / # of Amendments in the Constitution. • Government / People elect public officeholder. • ...
Sophia cobaugh's crossword puzzle :) 2020-09-15
Across
- democracy Citizens rule and make law
- government type of democracy
- of powers vesting
- commandments laws or rules handed down
- culture and style of art
- religion of the satellites and Jews
- two assemblies
- rights independent
- law part of English law
- action or process
- of rights first amendments
- government ruled by few powerful people
- small groups of noble land owning
- rights kings
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- system that contains society
- nations international non profit organization
- monarchy shares organized government
- system compound made of government
- legislative body of government
- carta "great character"
- name of the region founded by Jesus
- catholic church developed roman Christianity
- process of law law work in orderly ways
- revolution replacement of James
- power people, rule of people
- based on teachings of Muhammad
- contract agreement among members of Society
- citizens have the right to elect leaders
- single person called a king or monarch
- end razing reason
30 Clues: rights kings • two assemblies • of powers vesting • action or process • end razing reason • rights independent • carta "great character" • law part of English law • culture and style of art • of rights first amendments • system that contains society • government type of democracy • power people, rule of people • legislative body of government • based on teachings of Muhammad • ...
History vocabulary 2022-11-06
2.7 Vocab 2026-01-23
Across
- of rights, a written list of freedoms the government promises to protect
- a trade product sent to markets outside a country
- trade, the colonial trade route between New England, Africa, and the West Indies
- a group of people who have the power to make laws
- trade products brought into a country
- Bill of Rights, protected the rights of individuals and gave anyone accused of a crime the right to trial by jury.
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- the theory that a nation's economic strength came from selling more than it bought from other nation's
- Revolution the removal of King James from the throne
- a nickname given to merchants from New England
- Acts these regulated trade between England and the colonies
10 Clues: trade products brought into a country • a nickname given to merchants from New England • a trade product sent to markets outside a country • a group of people who have the power to make laws • Revolution the removal of King James from the throne • Acts these regulated trade between England and the colonies • ...
The Preamble 2022-04-01
Across
- of Rights document that outlines our freedoms and rights
- resisting an attack
- branch President who carries out the laws
- branch court system of the US who makes sure laws are fair
- another word for at home
- name for the United States
- fair treatment
- introduction to the Constitution
- to guarantee something
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- to be free to live as you please
- health and happiness
- to be calm or peaceful
- work together as one
- future generations
- branch Congress who makes the laws
- document that explains our entire government
16 Clues: fair treatment • future generations • resisting an attack • health and happiness • work together as one • to be calm or peaceful • to guarantee something • another word for at home • name for the United States • to be free to live as you please • introduction to the Constitution • branch Congress who makes the laws • branch President who carries out the laws • ...
A More Perfect Union Crossword Puzzle 2024-02-27
Across
- When was the Constitution Ratified?
- Witch house has a 2 year term.
- What was the compromise that made slave count as 3/5ths of a person in the census.
- Who was the federalist that was the first secretary of treasury?
- Who wrote the Articles of Confederation?
Down
- When was the Bill of Rights wrote?
- How old was Jonathan Dayton when signing the Constitution?
- What branch of government is the President a part of?
- What is The number of states needed to amend the Articles of Confederation?
- Who wrote the Bill of Rights?
10 Clues: Who wrote the Bill of Rights? • Witch house has a 2 year term. • When was the Bill of Rights wrote? • When was the Constitution Ratified? • Who wrote the Articles of Confederation? • What branch of government is the President a part of? • How old was Jonathan Dayton when signing the Constitution? • Who was the federalist that was the first secretary of treasury? • ...
Capitalism: a Love Story Cross Quiz 2024-12-21
Across
- ________ uncovered the Savings & Loan scandal in the 1980s.
- Donald Regan was the ________ of Merrill Lynch.
- The bill of rights that was created in 1944 and brought up in the film was called?
- ________ is the root of so many social problems.
- Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania has one of the highest rates in the state of young people locked up in the _________ home.
- Who was known as a “socialist” to the republicans?
- Wall street has come to an insane _____.
- ___________ started using a phrase “tap your home equity.”
- During the stock market crash _________ members got rich.
- Who is the “King” of Wall street?
- What party won the presidential election in 2008?
- ____________ is the nation's largest mortgage company.
- Moore suggests that Capitalism causes the rich to get _____.
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- During the Regan years, sales of _________________ skyrocketed.
- Richest Americans had their top income tax cut in ____.
- _______ is when humans do not have enough money to meet basic needs.
- Companies back then on Wall Street were already posting record earnings in the ______.
- The __________ the most hard-working sector of Americas economy.
- When profits increase workers get ______.
- The senate Banking and Housing Committee is supposed to be the _________ of the mortgage industry.
- What was the 4th bill in the second bill of rights?
- The non-rich do not have economic power but do have equal _______ power with the rich.
- _______ forced families out of their homes because of new regulations.
- Where was Michael Moore when he was interviewing and teasing the banks?
- Why did Regan preside over the wholesale dismantling of our industrial infrastructure?
25 Clues: Who is the “King” of Wall street? • Wall street has come to an insane _____. • When profits increase workers get ______. • Donald Regan was the ________ of Merrill Lynch. • ________ is the root of so many social problems. • What party won the presidential election in 2008? • Who was known as a “socialist” to the republicans? • ...
Citizenship Crossword 2022-05-25
Across
- "I plead the _____."
- Right to bear arms
- We The ______
- Something people come to the USA to seek
- Right to a jury
- The President's branch of government
- Rights of the Accused
Down
- No cruel or unusual punishment
- First Amendment: Freedom of Press, Speech, Religion, Assembly, and _______
- Don't have to provide shelter for soliders during times of peace
- Highest court in the land
- Bill of ______
- Our system of government
- No unjust searches or seziures
- Case that solidified the right to abortion in the United States
- Something needed for police to search your house
16 Clues: We The ______ • Bill of ______ • Right to a jury • Right to bear arms • "I plead the _____." • Rights of the Accused • Our system of government • Highest court in the land • No cruel or unusual punishment • No unjust searches or seziures • The President's branch of government • Something people come to the USA to seek • Something needed for police to search your house • ...
Citizenship Crossword 2022-05-25
Across
- "I plead the _____."
- Right to bear arms
- We The ______
- Something people come to the USA to seek
- Right to a jury
- The President's branch of government
- Rights of the Accused
Down
- No cruel or unusual punishment
- First Amendment: Freedom of Press, Speech, Religion, Assembly, and _______
- Don't have to provide shelter for soliders during times of peace
- Highest court in the land
- Bill of ______
- Our system of government
- No unjust searches or seziures
- Case that solidified the right to abortion in the United States
- Something needed for police to search your house
16 Clues: We The ______ • Bill of ______ • Right to a jury • Right to bear arms • "I plead the _____." • Rights of the Accused • Our system of government • Highest court in the land • No cruel or unusual punishment • No unjust searches or seziures • The President's branch of government • Something people come to the USA to seek • Something needed for police to search your house • ...
selective incorporation 2025-10-09
Across
- individual rights>conservative views
- federal, state, and local
- restricting guns is unconstitutional
- the case that helped define federalism in 1833
- verbal defamation
- defends liberties granted by the constitution
- born in the US makes you a citizen; the govt must treat you fair
- cruel and oppressive government
- applies free speech protections
- the full equivalent for property taken
- challenged state gun bans
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- division in politics
- unlawful use of violence in the means of politics
- case-by-case application of the bill of rights
- random choice
- how files can be accessed
- setting a rule
- allows public officials to censor the media if needed
- written defametion
- the guarantee to fair application of a law
20 Clues: random choice • setting a rule • verbal defamation • written defametion • division in politics • federal, state, and local • how files can be accessed • challenged state gun bans • cruel and oppressive government • applies free speech protections • individual rights>conservative views • restricting guns is unconstitutional • the full equivalent for property taken • ...
A More Perfect Union Crossword Puzzle 2024-02-27
Across
- When was the Constitution Ratified?
- Witch house has a 2 year term.
- What was the compromise that made slave count as 3/5ths of a person in the census.
- Who was the federalist that was the first secretary of treasury?
- Who wrote the Articles of Confederation?
Down
- When was the Bill of Rights wrote?
- How old was Jonathan Dayton when signing the Constitution?
- What branch of government is the President a part of?
- What is The number of states needed to amend the Articles of Confederation?
- Who wrote the Bill of Rights?
10 Clues: Who wrote the Bill of Rights? • Witch house has a 2 year term. • When was the Bill of Rights wrote? • When was the Constitution Ratified? • Who wrote the Articles of Confederation? • What branch of government is the President a part of? • How old was Jonathan Dayton when signing the Constitution? • Who was the federalist that was the first secretary of treasury? • ...
Presidents 2022-09-05
Across
- changed the animation industry for the whole world
- Lost the election of 1800 and became VP
- wrote the bill of rights
- Famous for sailing the Potomac River
- arrested for not giving up her seat on the bus
- signed the civil rights acts of 1964 and 1968 into action
- First Secretary of Treasury
- Credited for improving the incandescent light bulb
- Removed the cherokee and many other native tribes resulting in the trial of tears
- discovered electricity
Down
- Made the Louisiana Purchase
- apposed dr king's nonviolent teachings and sought for civil rights
- Youngest President inaugurated and killed
- Gave the I Have a Dream Speech at the Lincoln Memorial
- Wrote the Emancipation Proclamation
15 Clues: discovered electricity • wrote the bill of rights • Made the Louisiana Purchase • First Secretary of Treasury • Wrote the Emancipation Proclamation • Famous for sailing the Potomac River • Lost the election of 1800 and became VP • Youngest President inaugurated and killed • arrested for not giving up her seat on the bus • changed the animation industry for the whole world • ...
Founding Documents 2015-12-07
Across
- established rule of law, placed the King under same laws
- wrote the Virginia Statute of Religious Freedom
- separation of church and state
- wrote the Charters of Virginia Company of London
- established by the Declaration of Rights, these "rights" of Virginians cannot be taken away by the government
- this document established written laws for the colony of Plymouth
- author of the Virginia Declaration of Rights
- this document separated church and state
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- the Virginia ________________________________ prevented Virginia from establishing an official state religion
- written by Pilgrims and William Bradford
- this document established Jamestown colony
- the Virginia ________________________________ served as model for bill of rights
- this democratic principle which bound King John to the same laws as Englishmen, was established by the Magna Carta
- the Charters of the Virginia Company of London gave Virginians the same rights as _______________
14 Clues: separation of church and state • written by Pilgrims and William Bradford • this document separated church and state • this document established Jamestown colony • author of the Virginia Declaration of Rights • wrote the Virginia Statute of Religious Freedom • wrote the Charters of Virginia Company of London • established rule of law, placed the King under same laws • ...
SS8CG1 Civics / Government 2023-08-08
Across
- This branches function is to enforce laws.
- A principle of the Pledge of Allegiance to the GA flag.
- The main body of the constitution.
- Limits the powers of a branch of government
- This branches function is to make laws.
- A principle of the Pledge of Allegiance to the GA flag.
- Freedoms protected by law
- Being dependable, making good choices, and taking accountability for your actions
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- Requirements to vote
- The introductory paragraph in the constitution.
- A citizens voice in choosing government leaders.
- Changes made to the constitution.
- This branches function is to interpret laws.
- A principle of the Pledge of Allegiance to the GA flag.
- of Rights A list of rights and freedoms found within Article 1 of the constitution.
15 Clues: Requirements to vote • Freedoms protected by law • Changes made to the constitution. • The main body of the constitution. • This branches function is to make laws. • This branches function is to enforce laws. • Limits the powers of a branch of government • This branches function is to interpret laws. • The introductory paragraph in the constitution. • ...
Bill of Rights & the 7 Principles of Government 2022-02-09
Across
- Grand Jury, Double Jeopardy, Self-Incrimination, Due Process
- meaning rule by the people
- everyone is bound by the US Constitution
- Criminal Prosecutions - Jury Trial, Right to Confront and to Counsel (1791)
- Right to Bear Arms (1791)
- Quartering of Troops (1791)
- Religion, Speech, Press, Assembly, Petition (1791)
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- Excess Bail or Fines, Cruel and Unusual Punishment (1791)
- controls (checks) can be made on the other branches
- Common Law Suits - Jury Trial (1791)
- Non-Enumerated Rights (1791)
- meaning the right to vote for representatives
- meaning power is shared between the national and state governments
- Search and Seizure (1791)
- Rights Reserved to States or People (1791)
- personal freedoms are guaranteed by the Bill of Rights
16 Clues: Search and Seizure (1791) • Right to Bear Arms (1791) • meaning rule by the people • Quartering of Troops (1791) • Non-Enumerated Rights (1791) • Common Law Suits - Jury Trial (1791) • everyone is bound by the US Constitution • Rights Reserved to States or People (1791) • meaning the right to vote for representatives • Religion, Speech, Press, Assembly, Petition (1791) • ...
Amendment of bill of rights 2025-11-12
10 Clues: Rights of Persons • Right to Bear Arms • Civil Trial Rights • Unenumerated Rights • Quartering Soldiers • Fundamental Freedoms • Searches and Seizures • Cruel and Unusual Punishment • Rights in Criminal Prosecutions • Rights Reserved to the States and the People
Under the Gun Crossword 2022-09-03
Across
- divert attention
- unconscience
- when something is together
- 3-letter word for 'Firearm'
- Edward Norton in '_____ Club'
- chronicle of human events
- '____ & found'
- Opposite of 'Over'
- 'Lights, Camera, _____'
Down
- 'Bill of _____'
- when something happens again
- The 2nd 'M' in MMA
- to bring together
- aggressive protest
- to shield, keep safe
15 Clues: unconscience • '____ & found' • 'Bill of _____' • divert attention • to bring together • The 2nd 'M' in MMA • aggressive protest • Opposite of 'Over' • to shield, keep safe • 'Lights, Camera, _____' • chronicle of human events • when something is together • 3-letter word for 'Firearm' • when something happens again • Edward Norton in '_____ Club'
Bill of rights 7 principles of government 2022-02-14
Across
- where the power can be countered by other people with the same amount of power.
- This amendment says that excessive bai or cruel punishment is not allowed.
- support of a republic system of government
- This amendment explains that the value of controversy shall exceed twenty dollars.
- the federal principle of government.
- this amendment gave people rights to have a gun
- this amendment says how no soldier can come in your home to stay without you saying.
- means people who have legalized power are restricted.
- freedoms hat cannot be taken away by anybody
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- this amendment says that some rights cannot be made to harm the people.
- an act of separating power into three bodies
- this amendment says that you are safe in your home against unreasonable searches.
- this amendment gave people freedom of speech
- this means that people with property can be union or a slave state.
- This amendment says that anybody can get a speedy trial for a crime.
- This amendment says that you can't be held to answer a capital for a crime unless by the grand jury.
- this amendment says that the rest of the powers are given to the state and the people.
17 Clues: the federal principle of government. • support of a republic system of government • an act of separating power into three bodies • this amendment gave people freedom of speech • freedoms hat cannot be taken away by anybody • this amendment gave people rights to have a gun • means people who have legalized power are restricted. • ...
Test Absolutism, Sci Rev & Enlightenment 2018-01-22
Across
- He helped compose The Encyclopedia
- Society could be improved if we use this ability to "think"
- He wrote Levithan
- Both Locke & Rousseau believed power came from the consent of these people
- In England the king dissolved ___________ because he did not want to consult them
- He influenced the Declaration of Independence & wrote The Two Treatises of Government
- Author of the Declaration of Independence
- Louis XIV said, I am the ________ the nation is joined with me.
- The Age of Reason/Natural rights/Locke/freedom of speech
- 1215 Limited power of the King & provided protection of rights
- In this revolution observation & experimentation were vital
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- This king built Versailles
- Freedom of speech thinker
- This style of ruler wasn't concerned with the consent of their people
- Magna Carta, Bill of Rights, Habeas Corpus led to this government by the people
- Separation of Powers thinker
- Sun centered universe theory by Copernicus
- Earth centered universe
- He wrote the Wealth of Nations
- Montesquieu wrote The....
- discovered Jupiter had moons
21 Clues: He wrote Levithan • Earth centered universe • Freedom of speech thinker • Montesquieu wrote The.... • This king built Versailles • Separation of Powers thinker • discovered Jupiter had moons • He wrote the Wealth of Nations • He helped compose The Encyclopedia • Author of the Declaration of Independence • Sun centered universe theory by Copernicus • ...
Constitutional Design 2022-08-18
12 Clues: Treason • Fraternity • Segregation • Mixed Races • South Africa • Bill of Rights • Leader of Congress • Socialist Revolution • Parliamentary Democracy • Communist Party of India • Against Caste Inequalities • Set of rules according to which the Government run
Facts and Terms 2026-01-06
Across
- v. Ferguson upheld racial segregation under “separate but equal”
- Speech actions that express ideas, like flag burning
- Exercise Clause protects the right to practice religion freely
- Worth equal pay for jobs requiring similar skills and effort
- Rights protections against discrimination by the government
- Amendment guarantees citizenship and equal protection under the law
- v. Sandford case ruling enslaved people were not citizens
- v. Reed ruled gender discrimination unconstitutional
- Rule illegally obtained evidence cannot be used in court
- Amendment granted women the right to vote
- Rights Act of 1964 banned discrimination in public places and jobs
- Clause government cannot establish an official religion
- v. New York case that applied free speech protections to the states
- fixed number of minority hires or admissions
- Harassment unwanted sexual behavior in the workplace or school
- Bargaining agreement where a defendant pleads guilty for lesser charges
- the right to vote
- Rights Act of 1965 enforced voting rights for minorities
- to Privacy personal decisions free from government interference
- Doctrine process of applying Bill of Rights to the states
Down
- of Rights first ten amendments that protect individual freedoms
- Amendment protects religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition
- Restraint government censorship before speech occurs
- with Disabilities Act protects people with disabilities from discrimination
- Process Clause government must follow fair procedures before punishment
- Speech advertising and speech related to business
- Liberties individual freedoms protected from government interference
- Action policies promoting opportunities for historically excluded groups
- Amendment abolished slavery in the United States
- protection against being forced to testify against oneself
- v. US upheld Japanese internment during World War II
- and Unusual Punishment punishment prohibited by the 8th Amendment
- Amendment prohibits denying voting rights based on race
- Protection Clause laws must apply equally to all people
- Rights Amendment proposed amendment guaranteeing gender equality
- Tax tax once used to prevent poor citizens from voting
- written false statements that harm a person’s reputation
- offensive material not protected by the First Amendment
- Amendment banned poll taxes in federal elections
- v. Board ended school segregation as unconstitutional
40 Clues: the right to vote • Amendment granted women the right to vote • fixed number of minority hires or admissions • Amendment abolished slavery in the United States • Amendment banned poll taxes in federal elections • Speech advertising and speech related to business • Restraint government censorship before speech occurs • ...
The Constitution and the Bill of Rights 2023-03-12
Across
- The second amendment gives people the right to...
- This amendment limits excessive bails or punishments
- One of the men who wrote the constitution
- The Bill of...
- How many articles are in the constitution?
- What branch is the president the head of?
- Changes made to the Constitution
- The seventh amendment gives a person the right to a...trial
- The legislative branch makes...
Down
- president during the making of the constitution
- How many amendments are in the constitution?
- One of the rights the first amendment gives you
- The tenth amendment gives all rights not given to the U.S. be given to the...
- The introduction to the Constitution is called...
- The Judicial branch houses the Supreme...
15 Clues: The Bill of... • The legislative branch makes... • Changes made to the Constitution • One of the men who wrote the constitution • What branch is the president the head of? • The Judicial branch houses the Supreme... • How many articles are in the constitution? • How many amendments are in the constitution? • president during the making of the constitution • ...
Presidents 2022-09-05
Across
- changed the animation industry for the whole world
- Lost the election of 1800 and became VP
- wrote the bill of rights
- Famous for sailing the Potomac River
- arrested for not giving up her seat on the bus
- signed the civil rights acts of 1964 and 1968 into action
- First Secretary of Treasury
- Credited for improving the incandescent light bulb
- Removed the cherokee and many other native tribes resulting in the trial of tears
- discovered electricity
Down
- Made the Louisiana Purchase
- apposed dr king's nonviolent teachings and sought for civil rights
- Youngest President inaugurated and killed
- Gave the I Have a Dream Speech at the Lincoln Memorial
- Wrote the Emancipation Proclamation
15 Clues: discovered electricity • wrote the bill of rights • Made the Louisiana Purchase • First Secretary of Treasury • Wrote the Emancipation Proclamation • Famous for sailing the Potomac River • Lost the election of 1800 and became VP • Youngest President inaugurated and killed • arrested for not giving up her seat on the bus • changed the animation industry for the whole world • ...
The Constitution 2012-12-08
Across
- James ___ is the author of the consitution
- citizen rights
- The ____ list six goals for our country
- Article one is about this branch
- Means acceptance
- The article allows women to vote
- We the ___
- there are three _____ of government
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- Checks and ___ means no one branch has to much power
- Article three is about this branch
- House of ___ is based on population
- George ____ was elected first president in January 1789
- each state is allowed ___ senators
- there are seven ___ in the Constituiton
- The president is the Commander in ____
- The Constitution went into effect ____ 1788
- ____ island was the last state to ratify the constitution
- this article is the ratification of the Constituiton
- Article two is about this branch
- ____ of rights
20 Clues: We the ___ • citizen rights • ____ of rights • Means acceptance • Article one is about this branch • Article two is about this branch • The article allows women to vote • Article three is about this branch • each state is allowed ___ senators • House of ___ is based on population • there are three _____ of government • The president is the Commander in ____ • ...
Nathan Moore 2023-03-22
Across
- peace
- 1st form of government-weak-no President
- stated grievances against the king
- the government is not all powerful
- we elect people to represent us
- the people rule
- model for bill of rights
- The highest law of the land.
Down
- granted rights of englishmen
- no one is above the law
- people are the source of the power
- acronym for first five amendments
12 Clues: peace • the people rule • no one is above the law • model for bill of rights • granted rights of englishmen • The highest law of the land. • we elect people to represent us • acronym for first five amendments • stated grievances against the king • people are the source of the power • the government is not all powerful • 1st form of government-weak-no President
Constitution/Bill of rights 2024-03-22
Across
- which side did NOT want the constitution?
- the Constitution was held to what the government?
- Which compromise was to compensate for the slaves representation?
- What was 2nd amendment
Down
- How many people after the compromise was in the executive branch?
- Which Bill Protected our rights (look at title)
- What did the Bill of rights protect?
- Which side wanted the Constitution
8 Clues: What was 2nd amendment • Which side wanted the Constitution • What did the Bill of rights protect? • which side did NOT want the constitution? • Which Bill Protected our rights (look at title) • the Constitution was held to what the government? • How many people after the compromise was in the executive branch? • ...
