bill of rights Crossword Puzzles

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 • ...

Sophia cobaugh's crossword puzzle :) 2020-09-15

Sophia cobaugh's crossword puzzle :) crossword puzzle

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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 • ...

Foundation Of The American Government / Election 2012-12-12

Foundation Of The American Government / Election crossword puzzle

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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

Citizenship Crossword 2022-05-25

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"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

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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

Citizenship Crossword 2022-05-25

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"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

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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

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. • ...

The Preamble 2022-04-01

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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

A More Perfect Union Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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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?

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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? • ...

Foundations 2021-10-13

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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. • ...

A More Perfect Union Crossword Puzzle 2024-02-27

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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?

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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?

2.7 Vocab 2026-01-23

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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 • ...

selective incorporation 2025-10-09

selective incorporation crossword puzzle

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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 • ...

Presidents 2022-09-05

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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

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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 • ...

Amendment of bill of rights 2025-11-12

Amendment of bill of rights crossword puzzle

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Fundamental Freedoms
Searches and Seizures
Rights Reserved to the States and the People
Rights in Criminal Prosecutions
Quartering Soldiers

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Right to Bear Arms
Unenumerated Rights
Civil Trial Rights
Rights of Persons
Cruel and Unusual Punishment

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

History vocabulary 2022-11-06

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of Power,
of production,
of Independence,

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Revolution,
Antoinette,
& Balances,
Regime,
Smith,
of Rights,

9 Clues: Smith, • Regime, • of Power, • of Rights, • Revolution, • Antoinette, • & Balances, • of production, • of Independence,

Bill of rights 7 principles of government 2022-02-14

Bill of rights 7 principles of government crossword puzzle

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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. • ...

Founding Documents 2015-12-07

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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 • ...

Test Absolutism, Sci Rev & Enlightenment 2018-01-22

Test Absolutism, Sci Rev & Enlightenment crossword puzzle

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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 • ...

SS8CG1 Civics / Government 2023-08-08

SS8CG1 Civics / Government crossword puzzle

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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

Bill of Rights & the 7 Principles of Government crossword puzzle

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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) • ...

Under the Gun Crossword 2022-09-03

Under the Gun Crossword crossword puzzle

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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, _____'

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'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'

The Constitution 2012-12-08

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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 ____ • ...

The Constitution and the Bill of Rights 2023-03-12

The Constitution and the Bill of Rights crossword puzzle

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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...

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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

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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

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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

Constitutional Design 2022-08-18

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South Africa
Leader of Congress
Communist Party of India
Treason
Mixed Races

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Parliamentary Democracy
Socialist Revolution
Fraternity
Segregation
Bill of Rights
Against Caste Inequalities
Set of rules according to which the Government run

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

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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

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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 • ...

Nathan Moore 2023-03-22

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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.

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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

Government and Civics Final Review 2 2024-12-13

Government and Civics Final Review 2 crossword puzzle

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The right to vote
Court's power to strike down laws
Voter's authority to a representative
Interpreter of laws
Blueprint for a nation's future
Enforcer-in-chief
Locke's theory
Draft of a law
Power divided
Removal from office for wrongdoing
Manipulating district boundaries
Presidential power to stop a bill
Party gathering
Highest court in the land
Dividing government power

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First ten amendments
Current officeholder
Delay tactic in the Senate
Legal rights protected by the state
Supreme law of the land
Five thirty-eight
Formal approval
Formal change
System of checks and balances
Lawmaking body
Rigging district lines
Two-house legislature
Congress's power over trade
Nation's guiding document
Protection against unlawful imprisonment
Election tour

31 Clues: Formal change • Power divided • Election tour • Lawmaking body • Locke's theory • Draft of a law • Formal approval • Party gathering • The right to vote • Five thirty-eight • Enforcer-in-chief • Interpreter of laws • First ten amendments • Current officeholder • Two-house legislature • Rigging district lines • Supreme law of the land • Nation's guiding document • Highest court in the land • ...

Jackson Chapter 2 2024-02-09

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Virginia delegate and influential anti-federalist
Father of Constitution
Contributed to the creation of the Great Compromise
Promoted a strong central government
Advocate for small states rights
Shaped the conventions debate
Contributed to the great compromise

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Ideas influenced a leading proponent of independence
Helped ensure a strong national government
Refused to attend the Convention
Opposed the Constitution
Ensured protection for individual liberties
Ideas helped shaped the Bill of Rights
Wrote essays critical to the Constitution

14 Clues: Father of Constitution • Opposed the Constitution • Shaped the conventions debate • Refused to attend the Convention • Advocate for small states rights • Contributed to the great compromise • Promoted a strong central government • Ideas helped shaped the Bill of Rights • Wrote essays critical to the Constitution • Helped ensure a strong national government • ...

Constitution/Bill of rights 2024-03-22

Constitution/Bill of rights crossword puzzle

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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

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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? • ...

Unit 1 Government Terms 2026-02-03

Unit 1 Government Terms crossword puzzle

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People with a government and borders, but no unifying bond
Has a unicameral congress, wanted to remain a Confederation of states
Strong government, wants to follow Constitution
People with a unifying bond, but no government
Trade freedoms for security; inalienable rights
Prohibits the forced quartering of government officials
Prohibits the denial of a jury in civil cases
Powers shared by the Federal and State governments

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The Constitution is the highest law in the land, and cannot be challenged by lesser laws
Powers gained by stretching what is written to encompass more
Claims the rights listed are not the only rights afforded to the people
Government needed because the family is too large
Has a bicameral congress, disliked by smaller states
All rights not claimed by the federal government are given to the states and people
Weak government, wants to follow Bill of Rights

15 Clues: Prohibits the denial of a jury in civil cases • People with a unifying bond, but no government • Strong government, wants to follow Constitution • Weak government, wants to follow Bill of Rights • Trade freedoms for security; inalienable rights • Government needed because the family is too large • Powers shared by the Federal and State governments • ...

USA Constitution 2022-01-24

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The first 10 Amendments
Away you specifically write your name
Branch of gov. that executes laws
Right to a speedy, public trial
Right to remain silent
Right to not house soldiers in homes
Right to a trial by jury
Gives the right to bear arms
Says no unreasonable searches

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States have the power Federal doesn't
Branch of gov. that reviews laws
Gives freedom of speech
No cruel or unusual punishment
Gives rights not in the Bill of Rights
Branch of gov. that makes laws
What the Constitution is setting up

16 Clues: Right to remain silent • The first 10 Amendments • Gives freedom of speech • Right to a trial by jury • Gives the right to bear arms • Says no unreasonable searches • No cruel or unusual punishment • Branch of gov. that makes laws • Right to a speedy, public trial • Branch of gov. that reviews laws • Branch of gov. that executes laws • What the Constitution is setting up • ...

Modern History 2021-03-18

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rebirth of learning and the arts,inspired a spirit of curiosity
was an idea from Aristoteles
of rights protect rights as freedom speech
ornate style
is a logical procedure for testing ideas
new descoveries about the classical world
people met to discuss ideas
scientist start with a theory and test the theory
developed analytical geometry
jefferon wrote the declaration of independence

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Brought everything toghether
began the scientific revolution with the helicentric theory
built the theorie of astronomy
thinking logical or reason
was a new way of thinking about natural world
English writer
Used to obverse small things

17 Clues: ornate style • English writer • thinking logical or reason • people met to discuss ideas • Brought everything toghether • was an idea from Aristoteles • Used to obverse small things • developed analytical geometry • built the theorie of astronomy • is a logical procedure for testing ideas • new descoveries about the classical world • was a new way of thinking about natural world • ...

Government 2025-05-19

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A government where citizens elect representatives.
Advisors to the President.
The branch of government that enforces laws.
The President's rejection of a bill.
The legislative body of the U.S. government.
The branch that interprets laws.
Freedoms protected by the Constitution.
A proposed law.
A change or addition to the Constitution.

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The head of the executive branch of government.
The branch of government that makes laws.
Limits placed on all branches to prevent abuse.
The upper chamber of the U.S. Congress.
The written plan of government.
A government where power is divided between national and state governments.
A system of government where the people rule.
A legislative chamber in the U.S. Congress.
The process of voting to choose leaders.
Introduction to the Constitution.
Division of power among different branches.

20 Clues: A proposed law. • Advisors to the President. • The written plan of government. • The branch that interprets laws. • Introduction to the Constitution. • The President's rejection of a bill. • The upper chamber of the U.S. Congress. • Freedoms protected by the Constitution. • The process of voting to choose leaders. • The branch of government that makes laws. • ...

Myster Paper Daily Crossword Puzzle 2015-06-16

Myster Paper Daily Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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the state of being equal
flying spaghetti monster
an expression designed to call something to without mentioning it
a country, city, or other community using two languages officially
a fundamentalist Islamic militia in afghanistan
an extreme exageration
unfair treatment of different categories
credibility and trust
Citizen a world citizen
a form of government with a monarch

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the state of something to deal with
Rights a right that is beleived to belong to every person
Charter of Rights and Freedoms a bill of rights in the constitution of Canada
the most exciting part of something
logic, reasoning, and proof
a person who earns money to support a family
emotions and values
the right to speak
a leader that is more important than anything else
a system of government which priests rule in the name of God or a god
Domestic Product the value of goods produced in a country in one year
cruel and unreasonable laws by a government

22 Clues: the right to speak • emotions and values • credibility and trust • an extreme exageration • Citizen a world citizen • the state of being equal • flying spaghetti monster • logic, reasoning, and proof • the state of something to deal with • the most exciting part of something • a form of government with a monarch • unfair treatment of different categories • ...

Myster Paper Daily Crossword Puzzle 2015-06-16

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the most exciting part of something
Rights a right that is beleived to belong to every person
a leader that is more important than anything else
a system of government which priests rule in the name of God or a god
credibility and trust
a fundamentalist Islamic militia in afghanistan
the state of something to deal with
a country, city, or other community using two languages officially
emotions and values
an expression designed to call something to without mentioning it
logic, reasoning, and proof

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a form of government with a monarch
unfair treatment of different categories
Charter of Rights and Freedoms a bill of rights in the constitution of Canada
an extreme exageration
cruel and unreasonable laws by a government
a person who earns money to support a family
the right to speak
flying spaghetti monster
the state of being equal
Domestic Product the value of goods produced in a country in one year
Citizen a world citizen

22 Clues: the right to speak • emotions and values • credibility and trust • an extreme exageration • Citizen a world citizen • flying spaghetti monster • the state of being equal • logic, reasoning, and proof • the most exciting part of something • a form of government with a monarch • the state of something to deal with • unfair treatment of different categories • ...

Myster Paper Daily Crossword Puzzle 2015-06-17

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a system of government which priests rule in the name of God or a god
Citizen a world citizen
the most exciting part of something
credibility and trust
cruel and unreasonable laws by a government
the state of something to deal with
an extreme exageration
an expression designed to call something to without mentioning it
Charter of Rights and Freedoms a bill of rights in the constitution of Canada
Domestic Product the value of goods produced in a country in one year

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the state of being equal
a person who earns money to support a family
a form of government with a monarch
unfair treatment of different categories
a country, city, or other community using two languages officially
logic, reasoning, and proof
emotions and values
flying spaghetti monster
a fundamentalist Islamic militia in afghanistan
the right to speak
a leader that is more important than anything else
Rights a right that is beleived to belong to every person

22 Clues: the right to speak • emotions and values • credibility and trust • an extreme exageration • Citizen a world citizen • the state of being equal • flying spaghetti monster • logic, reasoning, and proof • a form of government with a monarch • the most exciting part of something • the state of something to deal with • unfair treatment of different categories • ...

Puzzle Constitution Unit Crossword 2021-01-25

Puzzle Constitution Unit Crossword crossword puzzle

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carta
bill of rights
crope
codes
seruant

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meeting
conpact
of burgesses
trade

9 Clues: carta • trade • crope • codes • meeting • conpact • seruant • of burgesses • bill of rights

french revoulution 2023-09-21

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started the french reveloution
nobles
new ideas

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bill of rights
clergy
seperation
commoners
king
france
naturalrights

10 Clues: king • clergy • france • nobles • commoners • new ideas • seperation • naturalrights • bill of rights • started the french reveloution

Constitution and The Bill of Rights 2023-04-19

Constitution and The Bill of Rights crossword puzzle

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The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people
a meeting held in Philadelphia in 1787
a formal listing of the basic rights
In Suits at common law
The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people
a written plan that provides the basic framework of a government
Charged with interpreting the laws of the State of California
rights of criminal defendants, including the right to a public trial without unnecessary delay
a person who is required to defend himself or herself
No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house

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Right to bear arms
A right against forced self-incrimination
prevents the government from making laws that regulate an establishment of religion
Consists of the President, his or her advisors and various departments and agencies
Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted
protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government
Made up of Congress (the Senate and House of Representatives) and special agencies and offices that provide support services to Congress

17 Clues: Right to bear arms • In Suits at common law • a formal listing of the basic rights • a meeting held in Philadelphia in 1787 • A right against forced self-incrimination • a person who is required to defend himself or herself • No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house • Charged with interpreting the laws of the State of California • ...

AP Gov Facts and Terms 2026-01-06

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prohibited excessive or barbaric penalties under the eighth amendment
advertising speech with limited first amendment protection
prevents government from establishing an official religion
policies to increase opportunities for underrepresented groups
agreement where defendant pleads guilty for a lesser sentence
unwelcome conduct that violates civil rights protections
numerical requirement sometimes used in admissions or hiring
written false statements that harm reputation
protections against discrimination and unequal treatment
process by which bill of rights protections apply to the states
protected minority voting rights and banned literacy tests
defines citizenship and applies due process and equal protection to states
ruling that enslaved people were not citizens and had no standing in court
protects speech religion press assembly and petition
prohibits use of illegally obtained evidence in court
first case where gender discrimination violated equal protection
prohibits discrimination based on disability
category of unprotected speech lacking serious value
abolished slavery in the united states
protects individuals’ right to practice their religion
first ten amendments guaranteeing individual freedoms

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protection against being forced to testify against oneself
prohibits denying voting rights based on race
the right to vote
fee required to vote used to suppress black voters
requires states to treat individuals equally under the law
established “separate but equal” segregation doctrine
nonverbal expression protected under the first amendment
government censorship before publication generally unconstitutional
overturned plessy and ended school segregation
granted women the right to vote
proposed amendment guaranteeing gender equality
case that began selective incorporation of the bill of rights
banned discrimination in public accommodations employment and education
requires government to follow fair legal procedures
upheld japanese american internment during wwii
principle that equal value work deserves equal pay
freedoms protected from government interference
implied right recognized in cases like griswold and roe
abolished poll taxes in federal elections

40 Clues: the right to vote • granted women the right to vote • abolished slavery in the united states • abolished poll taxes in federal elections • prohibits discrimination based on disability • prohibits denying voting rights based on race • written false statements that harm reputation • overturned plessy and ended school segregation • ...

Unit 1 U.S. Government Vocabulary Terms 2024-08-16

Unit 1 U.S. Government Vocabulary Terms crossword puzzle

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Rights Personal freedoms protected by law. - The Bill of Rights guarantees specific individual rights like freedom of speech and religion.
The political philosophy that supports a republican form of government. - It emphasizes civic virtue and opposition to corruption.
of Independence The document, adopted on July 4, 1776, that announced the 13 American colonies' separation from Great Britain. - It was primarily written by Thomas Jefferson.
A system of government where power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units. - In the U.S., power is shared between the federal government and the states.
Changes or additions to the Constitution. - The first ten amendments are known as the Bill of Rights.
Right of Kings The belief that a monarch's authority comes directly from God. - The American Revolution rejected this concept in favor of popular sovereignty.
Sovereignty The principle that government authority comes from the people. - It's expressed in the phrase "We the People" in the Constitution's Preamble.
The introductory statement of the Constitution, outlining its purposes. - It begins with "We the People of the United States..."
Fathers The leaders who played significant roles in creating the United States, especially during the American Revolution and the framing of the Constitution. - Examples include George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin.
Papers A series of essays written to promote the ratification of the Constitution. - They were written by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay.
powers Actions that the Constitution specifically prohibits the government from taking. - For example, the government cannot pass ex post facto laws or bills of a
Government The principle that government power should be restricted by law. - The U.S. Constitution establishes limits on governmental authority.

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powers Powers shared by both the federal government and state governments. - Examples include the power to tax and to establish courts.
A form of government where power is held by the people and their elected representatives. - The United States is a constitutional republic.
The idea that government power should be limited by a constitution. - This concept is fundamental to American democracy.
of Rights The first ten amendments to the Constitution, guaranteeing specific rights and liberties. - It includes freedom of speech, religion, and the right to bear arms.
rights Rights that cannot be taken away or given up, considered inherent to all humans. - The Declaration of Independence lists "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness" as examples.
and Balances A system where each branch of government can limit the powers of the others. - For example, the President can veto laws passed by Congress.
of Powers The division of government authority among different branches. - In the U.S., power is divided among the executive, legislative, and judicial branches.
The formal approval of a constitution or treaty. - The U.S. Constitution required ratification by 9 of the 13 states to take effect.
Contract Theory The idea that people consent to be governed in exchange for protection of their natural rights. - This concept, developed by philosophers like John Locke, influenced the formation of American government.
of Confederation The first governing document of the United States, in effect from 1781-1789. - It created a weak central government and was replaced by the Constitution.
An intellectual movement in 18th century Europe that emphasized reason, individual rights, and scientific method. - Its ideas greatly influenced the Founding Fathers.
powers Powers not granted to the federal government by the Constitution, reserved for the states or the people. - The Tenth Amendment addresses these powers.
Convention The meeting in Philadelphia in 1787 where delegates drafted the U.S. Constitution. - It was presided over by George Washington.

25 Clues: Changes or additions to the Constitution. - The first ten amendments are known as the Bill of Rights. • The idea that government power should be limited by a constitution. - This concept is fundamental to American democracy. • The introductory statement of the Constitution, outlining its purposes. - It begins with "We the People of the United States..." • ...

AP Gov Vocab 2023-06-01

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This case required states to to create equal sized districts
protects citizens rights to practice their own religion
Taking a bill to death
A proposed Law
Government spending
Government by the people
An excess of federal expenditures over federal revenues
clause that prohibits the establishment of religion by congress
this president resigned before the House was able to impeach him
this power is considered to be the most important legacy of the president
Supporters of the US Constitution

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Case that decided that a school officials could not make students say a prayer in school
Election in which voters choose party nominees
required by the constituion every ten years
removal from office
a tax on money made by wages
case that dealt with racial gerrymandering
president that was assasinated
First president of the United States
The first ten amendments of the Constitution
passed a law that ended slavery
When a president rejects a bill and sends it back to congress
Governmental regulation of media content
Principle of a two-house legislature

24 Clues: A proposed Law • removal from office • Government spending • Taking a bill to death • Government by the people • a tax on money made by wages • president that was assasinated • passed a law that ended slavery • Supporters of the US Constitution • First president of the United States • Principle of a two-house legislature • Governmental regulation of media content • ...

njjnj 2024-09-10

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v madison
liberator
compromise
destiny

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doctrine
revolution
of tears
of rights
revivew

9 Clues: revivew • destiny • doctrine • of tears • v madison • liberator • of rights • revolution • compromise

Patient Bill of Rights 2025-08-25

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The right to know the identity, professional status and credentials of health care personnel, and the name of the primary health care provider.
The right to be informed of facility rules, including smoking policies, and to expect others to follow them. Patients are entitled to information on the MTF or DTF process for handling complaints
The right to privacy and confidentiality concerning medical care, within law and military regulations
The right to an understandable explanation of diagnosis, treatment, procedures, and prognosis. If not medically advisable, information should be given to appropriate family or another appropriate person.
The right to care and treatment in a safe environment
The right to be advised of proposed research related to care and to refuse participation in any research projects
The right to considerate, respectful care and recognition of personal dignity.

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The right to quality care consistent with resources and standards, to refuse treatment as permitted by law and regulations, and to be informed of refusal consequences
The right to be advised in non-clinical terms of complications, risks, benefits, and alternatives needed to make informed treatment decisions.

9 Clues: The right to care and treatment in a safe environment • The right to considerate, respectful care and recognition of personal dignity. • The right to privacy and confidentiality concerning medical care, within law and military regulations • The right to be advised of proposed research related to care and to refuse participation in any research projects • ...

Bill of Rights Day 2024-12-01

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Advocate for legal cases
To guard or defend
Guaranteed by Constitution
Argument in support

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Opposite of innocent
Money to release prisoner
Where cases are judged
Detaining someone legally
Small firearm for self-defense

9 Clues: To guard or defend • Argument in support • Opposite of innocent • Where cases are judged • Advocate for legal cases • Money to release prisoner • Detaining someone legally • Guaranteed by Constitution • Small firearm for self-defense

Constitution and Bill of Rights 2021-05-10

Constitution and Bill of Rights crossword puzzle

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The 10th amendment protects the right of the___
Another name for the first 10 amendments
Number of amendments in the Bill of Rights
Something added to the constitution

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The document the Bill of Rights is attached to
The Bill of Rights gives people there___

6 Clues: Something added to the constitution • The Bill of Rights gives people there___ • Another name for the first 10 amendments • Number of amendments in the Bill of Rights • The document the Bill of Rights is attached to • The 10th amendment protects the right of the___

The Constitution 2023-08-02

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To formally approve or accept.
System of government with shared powers between national and state levels.
College - The group that formally elects the President of the USA.
Court - The highest court in the federal judiciary.
To change or modify.
The President's power to reject a proposed law.
A member of a country with rights and responsibilities.
Review - The power of the Supreme Court to interpret the Constitution and declare laws unconstitutional.
The Bill of Rights protects these.
A change or addition to the Constitution.

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It consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
The head of the executive branch.
Having two legislative chambers.
Referring to the national government.
"We the People" are the first words of this.
More than half of the total.
The supreme law of the United States.

17 Clues: To change or modify. • More than half of the total. • To formally approve or accept. • Having two legislative chambers. • The head of the executive branch. • The Bill of Rights protects these. • Referring to the national government. • The supreme law of the United States. • A change or addition to the Constitution. • "We the People" are the first words of this. • ...

Stuff 2023-11-28

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freedom of speech
a intro statement
right to bear
no unusual punishment
Right to a lawyer

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no unwarranted search
writer of the bill
of rights

8 Clues: of rights • right to bear • freedom of speech • a intro statement • Right to a lawyer • writer of the bill • no unwarranted search • no unusual punishment

Modern History 2021-03-18

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of rights protect rights as freedom speech
was an idea from Aristoteles
English writer
Used to obverse small things
is a logical procedure for testing ideas
developed analytical geometry
was a new way of thinking about natural world
people met to discuss ideas
ornate style

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built the theorie of astronomy
thinking logical or reason
scientist start with a theory and test the theory
jefferon wrote the declaration of independence
Brought everything toghether
new descoveries about the classical world
rebirth of learning and the arts,inspired a spirit of curiosity
began the scientific revolution with the helicentric theory

US constitution 2024-05-08

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The begining of the US constitution
government doesn't have all the power
Create and enforce laws
The branch with the president
prevents one branch from being too powerful
The branch that declares war and makes the laws
who is on the 100 dollar bill

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3 branches of government
A change or addition
A bill of our rights
(in the US) the principles or policies of the Republican Party.
The federal principle or system of government
The 4th US president

13 Clues: A change or addition • A bill of our rights • The 4th US president • Create and enforce laws • 3 branches of government • The branch with the president • who is on the 100 dollar bill • The begining of the US constitution • government doesn't have all the power • prevents one branch from being too powerful • The federal principle or system of government • ...

Unit 2: foundattions and Principles of the US Government and Constitution 2024-05-17

Unit 2: foundattions and Principles of the US Government and Constitution crossword puzzle

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review, " its either constitutional or unconstitutional...we don't use a scale of one to ten!''
doctrine, extending something to states.
Carta,King john and the barons agreed to this
of law, Not even the president is above the law
of powers, The government is formed by checks and balances
the start
George Mason Virginia and James Monmore.

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process, Ten pound cases 1797
compact, Signed on "November 21, [November 11, Old Style], 1620"
This was written by James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and John Jay.
similar to a treaty
and balances, separation of powers
powers, Article 1 section 8 of the U.S. constitution
sovereignty, We the people hold the power of the government
powers,printing money, slavery, voting, and treaties.
papers, collection of essay by John Jay, James madison, and Alexander Hamilton.
of Confederation, the United States first form of government
rule, Democracy
of rights, I am entitled to my basic rights because of this
American rights

20 Clues: the start • American rights • rule, Democracy • similar to a treaty • and balances, separation of powers • process, Ten pound cases 1797 • doctrine, extending something to states. • George Mason Virginia and James Monmore. • Carta,King john and the barons agreed to this • of law, Not even the president is above the law • ...

Culture, Government, Citizenship 2022-09-19

Culture, Government, Citizenship crossword puzzle

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Similar culture traits in a location
Government of the U.S.A
document that sets up government and laws
Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Religion
Ruled by Queen/King with unlimited power
All citizens must obey the laws Bill of Rights

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Government owns businesses and property
Ruled by the people
Citizens have few individual rights
A leader with absolute power

10 Clues: Ruled by the people • Government of the U.S.A • A leader with absolute power • Citizens have few individual rights • Similar culture traits in a location • Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Religion • Government owns businesses and property • Ruled by Queen/King with unlimited power • document that sets up government and laws • All citizens must obey the laws Bill of Rights

Legal Studies Crossword 2026-02-26

Legal Studies Crossword crossword puzzle

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the right or power of a court to hear or deal with particular cases
a party isn't satisfied with the original decision made
the party who makes the claim
legal principle established in a legal case that is followed by courts in cases where the material facts are similar
all people should be able to engage with the justice system and its processes on an informed basis
the higher courts hear the more serious and complicated cases, and the lower courts deal with less serious matters
all people should be treated the same regardless of sexuality, race,gender identity or religion

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living in a peaceful and orderly manner, recognising peoples rights and responsibilities
formal proposal for a new law, or a change in an existing law
laws made by parliament
characteristic of an effective law that it is possible to monitor and provide consequences for
the party who the plaintiff alleges has infringed their rights
all people can participate in the justice system, and its processes should be impartial and open
characteristic of an effective law that shouldn't change frequently
last stage of the process before a bill becomes a law, the bill goes to the governor general

15 Clues: laws made by parliament • the party who makes the claim • a party isn't satisfied with the original decision made • formal proposal for a new law, or a change in an existing law • the party who the plaintiff alleges has infringed their rights • the right or power of a court to hear or deal with particular cases • ...

The Constitution 2023-01-26

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College legally elect the President
an attempt to overthrow the government
Clause church and state separate
of Rights the first ten amendments
declares war and makes the laws
vs Madison established Judicial review
Liberties your basic rights
& Seizure need search warrant/probable cause
Clause make any laws/necessary & proper

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the supreme law of the United States
a change to the Constitution
two house legislature
Court interprets the Constitution
of Powers power divided between 3 branches
power shared between federal & state
Commander in Chief/enforces the law
Review Sup Ct declares laws unconstitutional
Compromise, established the House and Senate
& Balances each branch can limit each other
federal official accused of a crime

20 Clues: two house legislature • a change to the Constitution • declares war and makes the laws • Liberties your basic rights • Clause church and state separate • Commander in Chief/enforces the law • federal official accused of a crime • the supreme law of the United States • power shared between federal & state • College legally elect the President • ...

The Constitution 2024-11-21

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Economic rights shown in Bill of Rights
Large state plan that proposed representation based on population
When state government approves the Constitution
Argued that states' rights should remain powerful
Laws reserved for the states
Foreign citizen becoming a citizen of a new country
Distribution of power between the federal government and the states
Showed that stronger form of government was needed
Powers shared by the federal and state government
Known for his saying, "Give me liberty or give me death"

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Does not allow any one branch of government to overpower
Father of the Constitution
Elected representatives serving at the will of the people
The first 10 amendments of the U.S. Constitution
An Economic Depression
Significant Federalist leader during the founding of the U.S.
Prosecution of a person twice for the same offense
Served as a delegate from Virginia at a constitutional convention
A formal revision or addition to the Constitution
Powers to the Federal Government

20 Clues: An Economic Depression • Father of the Constitution • Laws reserved for the states • Powers to the Federal Government • Economic rights shown in Bill of Rights • When state government approves the Constitution • The first 10 amendments of the U.S. Constitution • Argued that states' rights should remain powerful • A formal revision or addition to the Constitution • ...

Jayden B Crossword 2023-01-10

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of the minority Protects minority rights
of the governed Citizens of a country give their permission for the government to operate
of rights First ten amendments
of law All people must follow the laws, and that the laws are enforced fairly
and balances Power divided among branches of government
Group of people who are the members or citizens of a state
Organization inside a state that controls the actions and policies of the state
Process that allows immigrants to become citizens
An official document that gives the rules for how a government runs
democracy Citizens elect representatives that make decisions for the people and are responsible to the people
Elected head of republic
Paragraph that introduces the constitution and explains the purpose of the U.S government

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A set of things that people believe they should be free to do without restrictions
Body of people living in a defined space.
Branch Branch that carries out laws
college Group of people called electors who cast the actual votes for the president
branch United states congress
process People have the right to fair and reasonable laws.
of allegiance Last step in the process of becoming a U.S citizen
Being a member of a nation or country and having full rights and responsibilities under the law
Process of gathering support for a candidate
Division of power among a central government and smaller regional governments
Document that voters cast their vote on
Introduces bill to the floor of the house of representatives
Draft of a law

25 Clues: Draft of a law • Elected head of republic • branch United states congress • of rights First ten amendments • Branch Branch that carries out laws • Document that voters cast their vote on • of the minority Protects minority rights • Body of people living in a defined space. • Process of gathering support for a candidate • Process that allows immigrants to become citizens • ...

Word In the Halls 2022-02-08

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student board rep
Oversees events
boys competition
class of 22

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involving stunts
Parents ____ of Rights
learns from expert
western entertainment
_____ magnolias
game acronym
X (activist)

11 Clues: class of 22 • game acronym • X (activist) • _____ magnolias • Oversees events • involving stunts • boys competition • student board rep • learns from expert • western entertainment • Parents ____ of Rights

Liberty Episode 6 (KS) 2024-02-12

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Which past governor believed that delegates were up to no good and said “I smell a rat”?
Philadelphia was excited on May 1787, Who was coming?
Who came out of retirement to help with the convention?
Who believed that the Federalists and Antifederalists should continue to discuss the Constitution and not rush an important decision?
What group did not have rights after the three documents were written, which stated all men are created equal? They felt they were not equal.
When is the Constitution made public, September 19th 17____

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The people were celebrating, and everyone was marching. We are celebrating a triumph of knowledge over _________?
Who drafts the document the Bill of Right and is the biggest supporter of the document?
Who were the people who were against the Constitution?
What did the delegates create the Articles of Confederation, the blueprint of the new nation?
What document is placed to protect the rights of individuals within the Constitution?
Freedom of Speech, Freedom of religion, Right by trials by Jury, and Freedom of _________ were written rights in the Bill of Rights?

12 Clues: Philadelphia was excited on May 1787, Who was coming? • Who were the people who were against the Constitution? • Who came out of retirement to help with the convention? • When is the Constitution made public, September 19th 17____ • What document is placed to protect the rights of individuals within the Constitution? • ...

Logan R Articles X-Word 2024-02-08

Logan R Articles X-Word crossword puzzle

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To pass a new law in the Confederation Congress, you needed what?
Congress didn't have enough money to pay for the supplies that the ______ needed to fight off the British.
What was the date that the constitution was published?
Who are the people that oppose the constitution?
3 papers founded our country the Bill of Rights, the Constitution, and the _________ __ ______
What state did Shay's rebelion protest taxes on?
The famous phrase "We are the _____"
What power was held exclusively by the national government
Noah Webster wrote a _____ called American/English
The Articles of Confederation was the countries first ______
What was the east boundary that the Americans had won?

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What did Charles Wilson Peal offer to the public
What did congress write in plan to scrap the articles of confederation?
Alexander Hamiltion hated _____ the world and himself
How many states are required to ratify the constitution
The states acted in their own _________ by taxing goods from other states.
Who drafted the Bill of Rights?
The states even minted their own _________!
In 1776, what was established by the Declaration of Independence
Shays Rebellion ______ taxes from Massachutsetts

20 Clues: Who drafted the Bill of Rights? • The famous phrase "We are the _____" • The states even minted their own _________! • What did Charles Wilson Peal offer to the public • Who are the people that oppose the constitution? • What state did Shay's rebelion protest taxes on? • Shays Rebellion ______ taxes from Massachutsetts • ...

french revoulution 2023-09-21

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started the french reveloution
nobles
new ideas

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bill of rights
clergy
seperation
commoners
king
france
naturalrights

10 Clues: king • clergy • france • nobles • commoners • new ideas • seperation • naturalrights • bill of rights • started the french reveloution

Articles of Confederation Unit 2024-02-25

Articles of Confederation Unit crossword puzzle

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Two people per state represent this
Pros and cons
The first ten amendments in the constitution
Things that read us our rights
Established the rights of citizens

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Supporters of the constitution
What you can and can't do
Power between the states and government is equal
Represented based on population (abbreviated)
An idea or pitch for a law

10 Clues: Pros and cons • What you can and can't do • An idea or pitch for a law • Supporters of the constitution • Things that read us our rights • Established the rights of citizens • Two people per state represent this • The first ten amendments in the constitution • Represented based on population (abbreviated) • Power between the states and government is equal

sajdah final exam crossword :) 2023-05-16

sajdah final exam crossword :) crossword puzzle

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the articles of confederation (a document that preceded the constitution and was later removed and replaced with the constitution)weren't _____ enough to unite the states (starts with s)(10)
the framers wanted the government to be run by the ____? (4)
the bill of rights are the first _____ amendments of the constitution? (answer is a number, spell it out)(11))
what kind of democracy allows the people to choose people to represent them in government indirectly? (2)
one of the alternatives of a representative democracy (the kind of democracy the US has) is known as a ____ democracy?(6))

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the organization of the people, particularly in a political sense, is known as? (3)
the framers wished to prevent the government from taking away the _____ of the people (5)
the bill of rights was added to _____ the rights of the people (7)
what document separated congress into two parts? (1)
a _______ government shares power between national and state governments (8)
the antifederalists wanted what in the constitution? (three words, no spaces, it prevents peoples rights from being taken away)(9))

11 Clues: what document separated congress into two parts? (1) • the framers wanted the government to be run by the ____? (4) • the bill of rights was added to _____ the rights of the people (7) • a _______ government shares power between national and state governments (8) • the organization of the people, particularly in a political sense, is known as? (3) • ...

SS8 U.S. Constitution & Bill of Rights 2023-01-16

SS8 U.S. Constitution & Bill of Rights crossword puzzle

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to change something, usually an official or governmental document or law
a loose alliance amongst states or countries
the first American constitution: it was ultimately rejected for a more federalist constitution
a form of government in which the people are independent and govern through elected officials
Bill of Rights law: anything that the U.S. Constitution doesn't explain that Congress can specifically do is left to individual states and citizens to decide

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Bill of Rights law: U.S. government can't make any law favoring one religion over another religion; it can't keep any citizen from saying whatever they want; it can't prevent any U.S. newspaper, magazine, book, movie, radio station, television broadcast, or internet influencers from presenting the ideas or opinions they choose; it can't stop citizens from meeting peacefully
Bill of Rights law: U.S. government can't search a person, their home, or their documents and property unless a legal reason can be first presented to a judge
early North Carolina citizens who thought all free adult men should be able to vote, regardless of wealth, including free black men and Native American men living outside of tribal lands
a government with only one house of democratically-elected representatives
a distinctly American idea: government should be divided into three equally-strong branches in order to keep any one group from having too much power
Bill of Rights law: U.S. government can't stop people from having and carrying weapons
wealthier men, mainly planters from eastern North Carolina, who believed wealthy, educated men were the best leaders; they wanted to limit voting and office-holding to men who owned a lot of property

12 Clues: a loose alliance amongst states or countries • to change something, usually an official or governmental document or law • a government with only one house of democratically-elected representatives • Bill of Rights law: U.S. government can't stop people from having and carrying weapons • ...

Georgia State Government 2025-10-07

Georgia State Government crossword puzzle

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hunting, fishing, driving
executive branch rejects a law
branch enforces laws
voting, obeying laws, jury duty
age 18, US citizen, resident of Ga.
Both the Ga. & US Constitution contains
how many Articles make up the Ga. constitution
branch makes the laws
Which article contains the bill of rights?

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there are ____ along with the articles
symbol that has the 4 principles
"to perpetuate the principle of free government"
principle applies to judicial branch
each branch has roles to perform
principle applies to executive branch
principle applies to legislative branch
branch reviews laws and administers justice
principle applies to citizen's values
Which article contains the amendment process?

19 Clues: branch enforces laws • branch makes the laws • hunting, fishing, driving • executive branch rejects a law • voting, obeying laws, jury duty • symbol that has the 4 principles • each branch has roles to perform • age 18, US citizen, resident of Ga. • principle applies to judicial branch • principle applies to executive branch • principle applies to citizen's values • ...

Constitution Unit Review 2022-12-14

Constitution Unit Review crossword puzzle

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President of the Constitutional Convention
What the number of representatives each state has in the House is based on
The number of years in a president's term
The number of Supreme Court justices
site of signing of US Constitution
Developed the Connecticut Compromise
Wrote Virginia Declaration of Rights which the Bill of Rights was based on
An agreement for federal government with two house legislature - one based on population, the other equal
Author of the Virginia Plan & Bill of Rights/Father of the Constitution
The name of the amendment that called to end the legal distinctions between men and women but failed
The fraction (spelled out) used to count enslaved people as population for representation purposes
The number of Senators each state has
The system designed to limit the power of each branch

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America's first federal government document that failed
What the Senate and House make
The amendment that includes the Freedom of Press, Assembly, Petition, Speech and Religion
what it's called when the president rejects a law
A change or addition to the Constitution
A proposal for a federal government with a one-house legislative branch with equal representation for each state
The branch made up of the President, VP and Cabinet
The branch made up of the House and the Senate
The division of power between the federal and state governments
A proposal for a two house legislative branch with representation based on state population
The branch made up of the Supreme Court and federal courts

24 Clues: What the Senate and House make • site of signing of US Constitution • The number of Supreme Court justices • Developed the Connecticut Compromise • The number of Senators each state has • A change or addition to the Constitution • The number of years in a president's term • President of the Constitutional Convention • The branch made up of the House and the Senate • ...

Anahi french revolution crossword 2022-12-01

Anahi french revolution crossword crossword puzzle

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the us constitution and the bill of rights.
said the government must protect people.
started in France america and hati.
age of applying reason to the human and natural worlds.
engilsh writer of two treaties on government.
wrote the declaration of independence.
french writer of the spirit of laws.

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wrote a vindication of the rights of women.
writer of freedom of speech.
french writer of the social contract.
must protect our natural rights.

11 Clues: writer of freedom of speech. • must protect our natural rights. • started in France america and hati. • french writer of the spirit of laws. • french writer of the social contract. • wrote the declaration of independence. • said the government must protect people. • wrote a vindication of the rights of women. • the us constitution and the bill of rights. • ...

SS8 U.S. Constitution & Bill of Rights 2023-01-16

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to change something, usually an official or governmental document or law
a loose alliance amongst states or countries
the first American constitution: it was ultimately rejected for a more federalist constitution
a form of government in which the people are independent and govern through elected officials
Bill of Rights law: anything that the U.S. Constitution doesn't explain that Congress can specifically do is left to individual states and citizens to decide

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Bill of Rights law: U.S. government can't make any law favoring one religion over another religion; it can't keep any citizen from saying whatever they want; it can't prevent any U.S. newspaper, magazine, book, movie, radio station, television broadcast, or internet influencers from presenting the ideas or opinions they choose; it can't stop citizens from meeting peacefully
Bill of Rights law: U.S. government can't search a person, their home, or their documents and property unless a legal reason can be first presented to a judge
early North Carolina citizens who thought all free adult men should be able to vote, regardless of wealth, including free black men and Native American men living outside of tribal lands
a government with only one house of democratically-elected representatives
a distinctly American idea: government should be divided into three equally-strong branches in order to keep any one group from having too much power
Bill of Rights law: U.S. government can't stop people from having and carrying weapons
wealthier men, mainly planters from eastern North Carolina, who believed wealthy, educated men were the best leaders; they wanted to limit voting and office-holding to men who owned a lot of property

History Vocabulary 2023-02-08

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Document
Tax
Earnings
Allegation
Rebellion
Income
Opinion
Tally
Suspend
Pledge
Modification
Approval
Charged
Court
Territory
Introduction

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Freedom
Reduce
Council
Gathering
Funding
Familiarize
Accommodate
Salaries
Greater
Permit
Branch
Law
Decree
Violation

30 Clues: Tax • Law • Tally • Court • Reduce • Income • Permit • Branch • Pledge • Decree • Freedom • Council • Funding • Opinion • Suspend • Greater • Charged • Document • Earnings • Salaries • Approval • Gathering • Rebellion • Violation • Territory • Allegation • Familiarize • Accommodate • Modification • Introduction

Amari Primus- Prolouge 2020-09-15

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created by farmers
of rights formal summary of the rights
reform movement
involed overthrown of king James 2
new international organization established in 1945
rule of people
developed from Roman Christianity
a government ruled by a few powerful people
religion of Israelites
a code of moral laws
religion found by jesus
government in which citizens elect representatives
a monotheistic
a government adopted by some Greek city
movement spread throughout Europe

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agreement among memebrs of society
powers of ruler are restricted
thinkers tried to apply the prinviples of reason
a system for controlling the society
reflected customs and principles
contract between the king and nobles
controlled foreign and financial policies
government in which citizens rule
Englands national legislature
government in which power rest with citizens
safe gaurd used to divide governments
assertion know as the theory
rights by nature the right to life
the right to a jury trial

29 Clues: rule of people • a monotheistic • reform movement • created by farmers • a code of moral laws • religion of Israelites • religion found by jesus • the right to a jury trial • assertion know as the theory • Englands national legislature • powers of ruler are restricted • reflected customs and principles • government in which citizens rule • developed from Roman Christianity • ...

Canadian Citizenship 2014-05-19

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The law code of Roman customs.
Legal process by which people who are not citizens by birth can become Canadian citizenz.
Number of judges sitting on the Supreme Court of Canada.
Non-governmental organization dedicated to the protection of human rights world wide.
Prime Minister of Canada in 1982.
Group of women from Alberta that had a lasting effect on the rights of women in Canada.
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms is embeded in the ...
Written by the Canadian John Humphrey, it was the first international statement of its kind.

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Possibly the greatest contribution of the Greek civilization to the modern world.
Iroquois name of Joseph Brant.
Swedish diplomat in Budapest, Hungary during the Second World War.
Nowadays, the idea of citizenship is being redefined in terms of participation, contribution and ...
This document was par of the constitutional changes that took place in the early 1980s under the Liberal government.
He spent 27 years in prison for his actions to put an end to apartheid in South Africa.
Symbol of oppression during the French Revolution.
English philosopher that believed individual rights were more important that those of the state.
The counterpart of rights in citizenship.
First Canadian province to pass a Bill of Rights.
He created a justice system in which penalties were based on social class.
It stated that no one was above the law.

20 Clues: Iroquois name of Joseph Brant. • The law code of Roman customs. • Prime Minister of Canada in 1982. • It stated that no one was above the law. • The counterpart of rights in citizenship. • First Canadian province to pass a Bill of Rights. • Symbol of oppression during the French Revolution. • Number of judges sitting on the Supreme Court of Canada. • ...

Foundations of Government 2021-09-08

Foundations of Government crossword puzzle

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In this system of government, the people elect office holders to make laws and conduct government on their behalf.
This gave freedom of religious beliefs and opinions.
one purpose of government is to secure the blessings of -
Established rule of law and gave Englishmen basic rights and freedoms.
to amend the US Constitution, proposal is by Congress or Convention of the states, ratification is by the -
This established the first form of national government for the independent states. Gave major powers to the states, created a weak central government.
The people rule in this system of government.
This document stated grievances against the King of England, declared the colonies’ independence from England.
These “rules” define and shape American constitutional government.
Government is not all powerful and may do only those things the people have given it the power to do.

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This served as a model for the Bill of Rights.
Our Constitution is founded on ideas found in?
Which principle states that citizens give authority to the government in exchange for the protection of rights?
this document, including the Bill of Rights, established the structure of the US government, guaranteed equality under the law, affirmed individual worth of all people, protected freedoms of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.
These guaranteed the rights of Englishmen to the colonists.
to amend the Virginia Constitution, proposal is action by the General Assembly or constitutional Convention, ratification is by the who of Virginia?
Everyone including government officials must follow the law.
one purpose of the government is to provide for the common -
one purpose of the government is to form a more -
one purpose of the government is to establish -
one purpose of the government is to ensure -
welfare one purpose of government is to promote the -
the preamble begins with these three words.
how many amendments are there?
this part of the Constitution sets forth the goals and purposes to be served by the government. (introduction)

25 Clues: how many amendments are there? • the preamble begins with these three words. • one purpose of the government is to ensure - • The people rule in this system of government. • This served as a model for the Bill of Rights. • Our Constitution is founded on ideas found in? • one purpose of the government is to establish - • one purpose of the government is to form a more - • ...

Foundations of Government 2021-09-09

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to amend the US Constitution, proposal is by Congress or Convention of the states, ratification is by the -
These guaranteed the rights of Englishmen to the colonists.
This gave freedom of religious beliefs and opinions.
This served as a model for the Bill of Rights.
this document, including the Bill of Rights, established the structure of the US government, guaranteed equality under the law, affirmed individual worth of all people, protected freedoms of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.
one purpose of the government is to establish -
this part of the Constitution sets forth the goals and purposes to be served by the government. (introduction)
This document stated grievances against the King of England, declared the colonies’ independence from England.
one purpose of government is to secure the blessings of -
The people rule in this system of government.
how many amendments are there?
the preamble begins with these three words.
Which principle states that citizens give authority to the government in exchange for the protection of rights?

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In this system of government, the people elect office holders to make laws and conduct government on their behalf.
These “rules” define and shape American constitutional government.
to amend the Virginia Constitution, proposal is action by the General Assembly or constitutional Convention, ratification is by the who of Virginia?
This established the first form of national government for the independent states. Gave major powers to the states, created a weak central government.
Government is not all powerful and may do only those things the people have given it the power to do.
one purpose of the government is to form a more -
Established rule of law and gave Englishmen basic rights and freedoms.
Our Constitution is founded on ideas found in?
one purpose of the government is to ensure -
one purpose of the government is to provide for the common -
one purpose of government is to promote the general -
Everyone including government officials must follow the law.

Cycle 2 Review 2021-01-06

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the Enlightenment thinker that came up with Social Contract
The colonists believe this was to protect the people
the idea that everyone is the same under the law
would not approve the Constitution without the Bill of Rights
In Hazelwood vs Kuhlmeier, the decision said that ___________________ can be limited by schools
The rights that you are born with (Life, Liberty and Property)
how amendments are brought either to Congress or Constitutional conventions
one of the checks the President has on Congress
a type of law that deals with two people
One of the ways that the colonists responded the the Act of Parliament
The reasons the colonists gave the king in the Declaration of Independence
a type of court that tries to find a mistake in the decision of the trial court
the first attempt at government in the US
How amendments are approved either by the States or Constitutional Convention
something a citizen can do to promote the common good
This idea protects from one branch becoming too powerful

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One of the check the judicial branch has on Congress is declaring laws___________
Created to provide more protection of rights from the King of England
The first document written to protect the rights of the people of England
something that a citizen MUST do
The document written by the colonists about their grievances with the king
the process that a person can become a citizen
The Articles of Confederation did not let the national government tax the people. This is viewed as a ___________
defined in the 14th amendment
a type of court when the job of the jury is to find if a person is guilty or innocent
a type of law that deals when someone commits a crime
Every branch of government has their own job
believed the be the first written down code of law
wanted the Constitution to be approved and saw no need for the Bill of Rights
One of the powers of the Legislative Branch

30 Clues: defined in the 14th amendment • something that a citizen MUST do • a type of law that deals with two people • the first attempt at government in the US • One of the powers of the Legislative Branch • Every branch of government has their own job • the process that a person can become a citizen • one of the checks the President has on Congress • ...

Middle School Vocab 2024-09-06

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The decision of the largest group must be followed
Separate from religion or spiritual connection
Rights that protect individuals from discrimination
A group of people selected to vote for the president
Rights that cannot be taken away or denied
Dividing the government into separate branches to prevent abuse of power
A system where power is divided between the national and state governments

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Basic freedoms guaranteed by the Bill of Rights
A system where each branch of government can limit the powers of the other branches
A government where citizens elect officials to make decisions for them
Rights that come from nature or God and cannot be taken away
Approving or formally confirming something
A government where the powers are restricted by law
Charging a government official with misconduct
The government's obligation to follow fair procedures

15 Clues: Approving or formally confirming something • Rights that cannot be taken away or denied • Separate from religion or spiritual connection • Charging a government official with misconduct • Basic freedoms guaranteed by the Bill of Rights • The decision of the largest group must be followed • Rights that protect individuals from discrimination • ...

Constitution and A.O.C 2024-12-03

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what month was the bill of rights ratified?
what month was the Constitution written in?

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all 13 what had to approve the bill before it became a law?
Who could vote because of the 19th amendment?
what did the first amendment give?
how many amendments?
first 10 amendments are called the ___ of rights

7 Clues: how many amendments? • what did the first amendment give? • what month was the bill of rights ratified? • what month was the Constitution written in? • Who could vote because of the 19th amendment? • first 10 amendments are called the ___ of rights • all 13 what had to approve the bill before it became a law?

soososoosos 2022-09-06

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Compromise
review
sovereignty
fifths Compromise
powers
process

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powers
of powers
of Rights
powers
and Balances

11 Clues: powers • review • powers • powers • process • of powers • of Rights • Compromise • sovereignty • and Balances • fifths Compromise

Monarchs and Empires 2024-02-02

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Dynasty
Right
Dynasty
Dynasty
of Nantes
Corpus

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Revolution
Cromwell
Years War
bill of rights
King

11 Clues: King • Right • Corpus • Dynasty • Dynasty • Dynasty • Cromwell • Years War • of Nantes • Revolution • bill of rights

Bill of Rights and the Constitution 2022-05-19

Bill of Rights and the Constitution crossword puzzle

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The branch the senate is in
_____of speech is an aspect of the first amendment
leader of the military, the US, and the executive branch
The president's branch
The laws and freedoms that we have in the US are in this
The branch that is in charge of court
A trial must be_____

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10 rights of citizens
The president that added the bill of rights in 1791(last name)
Due____ is the fifth amendment
Illegal ____ and seizure is a part of the 4th amendment
a survey that monitors the population, occurs every 10 years
___ and balances make sure one branch isn't more powerful than another
The number of the amendment that controls state rights
You are allowed to practice your_____
a person who represents a state in the house
A group required to be at a legal trial

17 Clues: A trial must be_____ • 10 rights of citizens • The president's branch • The branch the senate is in • Due____ is the fifth amendment • You are allowed to practice your_____ • The branch that is in charge of court • A group required to be at a legal trial • a person who represents a state in the house • _____of speech is an aspect of the first amendment • ...

Constitution and Bill of Rights Crossword 2023-03-08

Constitution and Bill of Rights Crossword crossword puzzle

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is way for the government to give each branch power over the other two
Which amendment is that other rights do exist beyond those listed
Which amendment is no cruel or unusual punishment
Changes made to the Constitution after the initial ratification
Laying out the framework for our government
Which amendment gives you right to bear arms
Which amendment gives you protection against quartering of troops
Which amendment protects the rights of the accused against self-incrimination, double jeopardy, etc
Amendments 1-10
Which amendment protects freedom of speech, religion,the right to assemble and petition the gov't

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Amendments 16-27
Intro to the Constitution, lists the six basic principles for government
Which amendment in civil cases of more than $20, you can request a jury trial
Which amendment protects you against illegal search and seizure
Amendments 13-15
Which amendment is protection of state's rights
Which amendment gives you right to a speedy and public trail, to be judged by a jury of your peers, to have a lawyer,etc

17 Clues: Amendments 1-10 • Amendments 16-27 • Amendments 13-15 • Laying out the framework for our government • Which amendment gives you right to bear arms • Which amendment is protection of state's rights • Which amendment is no cruel or unusual punishment • Changes made to the Constitution after the initial ratification • ...

Constitution and The Bill of Rights 2023-04-19

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protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government
a meeting held in Philadelphia in 1787
Right to bear arms
a person who is required to defend himself or herself
Consists of the President, his or her advisors and various departments and agencies
No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house
The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people
Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted
In Suits at common law
Charged with interpreting the laws of the State of California

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a formal listing of the basic rights
The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people
rights of criminal defendants, including the right to a public trial without unnecessary delay
a written plan that provides the basic framework of a government
A right against forced self-incrimination
prevents the government from making laws that regulate an establishment of religion
Made up of Congress (the Senate and House of Representatives) and special agencies and offices that provide support services to Congress

Constitution and The Bill of Rights 2023-04-19

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The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people
a meeting held in Philadelphia in 1787
a formal listing of the basic rights
In Suits at common law
The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people
a written plan that provides the basic framework of a government
Charged with interpreting the laws of the State of California
rights of criminal defendants, including the right to a public trial without unnecessary delay
a person who is required to defend himself or herself
No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house

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Right to bear arms
A right against forced self-incrimination
prevents the government from making laws that regulate an establishment of religion
Consists of the President, his or her advisors and various departments and agencies
Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted
protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government
Made up of Congress (the Senate and House of Representatives) and special agencies and offices that provide support services to Congress

The Constitution and Bill of Rights 2022-09-19

The Constitution and Bill of Rights crossword puzzle

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A power available to congress to try a president on account of their alleged crimes
Says that the Federal Government only has those powers delegated in the Constitution
Fines should not be imposed in excess, nor excess bail be required
Consists of a Senate and House fo Representatives
Ensures that citizens' civil cases can be heard and decided upon by a jury of their peers
No Person shall be a Representative who shall not have attained to the Age of _________ Years
Protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government

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You must be a _______ to be the President
The Congress, whenever two thirds of both Houses shall deem it necessary, shall propose ____________ to this Constitution
Addresses criminal procedure and other aspects of the Constitution
This amendment forbids the government from forcing citizens to allow soldiers to live in their homes at all during peace
court The judicial Power of the United States, shall be vested in one ________
This Amendment protects freedom of speech, the press, assembly, and the right to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
Guarantees the rights of criminal defendants
Forbids the states to abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens or to deprive any person of life,
This amendment protects the right to keep and bear arms
[The President] shall hold his Office during the Term of _______ Years

17 Clues: You must be a _______ to be the President • Guarantees the rights of criminal defendants • Consists of a Senate and House fo Representatives • This amendment protects the right to keep and bear arms • Addresses criminal procedure and other aspects of the Constitution • Fines should not be imposed in excess, nor excess bail be required • ...

Civil Rights: a recap 2022-02-28

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location of the 1954 bus boycott
arguably the most iconic leader of the civil rights movement from 1954
Stokely Carmichael questioned their involvement in the movement
the kind of racism that is based on the way systems function e.g. justice or education rather than the attitudes of individuals
one way voting rights were suppressed was by using these kinds of tests to exclude black Americans from registering to vote
one example of non violent direct action used to challenge the segregation of lunch counters
the organisation founded by Ella Baker and later led by John Lewis
where was the huge march in support of the 1964 Civil Rights Bill
the President who passed the Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act into law
Bull Connor used these as well as police dogs against civil rights activists in 1963
who said black Americans should use "any means necessary" to achieve "the rights of a human being in this society"

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the right to do this is guaranteed by the 15th Amendment
the 14th amendment to this document guaranteed all citizens equal protection under the law
Jim Crow laws were designed to ensure this in the South of the US
the president associated with the end of slavery in the United States
younger activists felt that progress towards racial equality was too...
the ideology Stokely Carmichael is associated with
the city in Alabama determined to be one of the most segregated in the south
a practice that took place for more than 300 years
a group who often targeted black Americans

20 Clues: location of the 1954 bus boycott • a group who often targeted black Americans • the ideology Stokely Carmichael is associated with • a practice that took place for more than 300 years • the right to do this is guaranteed by the 15th Amendment • Stokely Carmichael questioned their involvement in the movement • ...

Constitution Crossword Puzzle 2023-05-17

Constitution Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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It's a shared power of government
Give each branch of government individual powers
The rights Americans have from the government
This branch of government is the supreme court
This is in the Bill of Rights and shows us what rights we have
This is the beginning of the Constitution

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Known as the "Father of the Consitution"
This branch of government makes up the congress
Government with people that elect
Legislative, Executive, and Judicial
A government that does not have full control
The branch of government the president is in

12 Clues: It's a shared power of government • Government with people that elect • Legislative, Executive, and Judicial • Known as the "Father of the Consitution" • This is the beginning of the Constitution • A government that does not have full control • The branch of government the president is in • The rights Americans have from the government • ...

American Rev project for suder 2022-06-06

American Rev project for suder crossword puzzle

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A large group of people in a certain area
a group to authorize others or other things
the event where in boston many were murdered
something where everyone is treated the same and has the same rights
the body of fundemental principels
somewhere where boats and stuff like that come to sit
a group who refuse or resist against something or someone
people who are loyal to a certain person
a large group where someone is in ruling of them

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The largest ocean
people who support their country like crazy
something that is like a law but on paper
the bill that shows the rights of humans
something they used for exchange
rights for humans?
someone who is in charge of a group of soilders
the group of men who pretty much created america
a group of people (soilders) who patrol and fight
a more professinal argument
people who enforce the law under a office

20 Clues: The largest ocean • rights for humans? • a more professinal argument • something they used for exchange • the body of fundemental principels • the bill that shows the rights of humans • people who are loyal to a certain person • A large group of people in a certain area • something that is like a law but on paper • people who enforce the law under a office • ...

Canadian Citizenship 2014-05-19

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The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms is embeded in the ...
Legal process by which people who are not citizens by birth can become Canadian citizens.
Written by the Canadian John Humphrey, it was the first international statement of its kind.
Number of judges sitting on the Supreme Court of Canada.
Prime Minister of Canada in 1982.
Group of women from Alberta that had a lasting effect on the rights of women in Canada.
Non-governmental organization dedicated to the protection of human rights world wide.
Possibly the greatest contribution of the Greek civilization to the modern world.
Iroquois name of Joseph Brant.
Swedish diplomat in Budapest, Hungary during the Second World War.
The counterpart of rights in citizenship.
English philosopher that believed individual rights were more important than those of the state.
First Canadian province to pass a Bill of Rights.

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This document was part of the constitutional changes that took place in the early 1980s under the Liberal government.
Symbol of oppression during the French Revolution.
The law code of Roman customs.
He created a justice system in which penalties were based on social class.
It stated that no one was above the law.
He spent 27 years in prison for his actions to put an end to apartheid in South Africa.
Nowadays, the idea of citizenship is being redefined in terms of participation, contribution and ...

20 Clues: The law code of Roman customs. • Iroquois name of Joseph Brant. • Prime Minister of Canada in 1982. • It stated that no one was above the law. • The counterpart of rights in citizenship. • First Canadian province to pass a Bill of Rights. • Symbol of oppression during the French Revolution. • Number of judges sitting on the Supreme Court of Canada. • ...

Part 2 2025-01-02

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A representative democracy system of government
The ability to influence government decisions
The act of formally accusing a government official of misconduct
A system of government where people elect representatives
A group of people united by common beliefs and values
A set of fundamental laws and principles
A person legally entitled to the rights and duties of a country
The responsibility of citizens to follow the law
A form of government where a single person holds absolute power
The right to vote in elections
Legal process to become a citizen
A movement advocating for more rights for citizens
A court decision that has the force of law, setting a precedent

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A method of decision-making where a majority rule is followed
The document that defines the rights of citizens and the structure of government in the U.S
Powers shared by both national and state governments
A fundamental right protected by the Constitution, usually related to freedom of expression
Rights that cannot be taken away, such as the right to free speech
Principle in democracy allowing people to participate in government decisions
Government type where power rests with elected officials
Legal document to travel internationally
Group of people with the same legal rights and responsibilities
The President's power to reject a bill passed by Congress

23 Clues: The right to vote in elections • Legal process to become a citizen • A set of fundamental laws and principles • Legal document to travel internationally • The ability to influence government decisions • A representative democracy system of government • The responsibility of citizens to follow the law • A movement advocating for more rights for citizens • ...

Bill of Rights Vocabulary 2021-06-01

Bill of Rights Vocabulary crossword puzzle

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the rules all people must follow
first example of a constitution in the colonies.
a government that gets its power from the people, not from kings or from force.
The things the laws say are owed to you.
a formal plan for government

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Law of the Land;plan for U.S. Government;has the Bill of Rights.
an outline of important ideas.
change
a written paper

9 Clues: change • a written paper • a formal plan for government • an outline of important ideas. • the rules all people must follow • The things the laws say are owed to you. • first example of a constitution in the colonies. • Law of the Land;plan for U.S. Government;has the Bill of Rights. • a government that gets its power from the people, not from kings or from force.

The Bill of Rights 2021-10-12

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of Representatives, The house of Congress in which the number of representatives from a state is based on population
To approve
People who believe states should govern themselves and make their own rules
people who believe there should be a strong central government leading the states
The house of Congress in which each state has two representatives

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people who are chosen to represent other people at a meeting
an agreement where neither group on opposing sides gets everything it wants
Changes in wording or meaning to a law
Freedom from outside control

9 Clues: To approve • Freedom from outside control • Changes in wording or meaning to a law • people who are chosen to represent other people at a meeting • The house of Congress in which each state has two representatives • an agreement where neither group on opposing sides gets everything it wants • ...

Odd bill of rights 2022-11-15

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You still have _____ even if they aren't expressly in the constitution
Solder can't stay in a house without permission because of the third _______
who was arrested
first amendment on our slides

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First Amendment includes the freedom of
what was on the right side of the baby
______ rights is the right to remain silent
You don't have to _____ because of the Fifth Amendment
______ Amendment is the rules for civil trial

9 Clues: who was arrested • first amendment on our slides • what was on the right side of the baby • First Amendment includes the freedom of • ______ rights is the right to remain silent • ______ Amendment is the rules for civil trial • You don't have to _____ because of the Fifth Amendment • You still have _____ even if they aren't expressly in the constitution • ...

The Bill Of Rights 2023-12-08

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what dose the 5th amendment do?
what dose the 9th amendment do?
what is the 10th amendment?
what does the 8th amendment do?
what is one freedom that the first amendment gives?
what does the 7th amendment do?

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what dose the 3rd amendment do?
what right does the second amendment give?
what does the 6th amendment do?

9 Clues: what is the 10th amendment? • what dose the 3rd amendment do? • what dose the 5th amendment do? • what dose the 9th amendment do? • what does the 6th amendment do? • what does the 8th amendment do? • what does the 7th amendment do? • what right does the second amendment give? • what is one freedom that the first amendment gives?

Bill of Rights Day 2024-12-01

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The media or newspapers
Right to personal space
Freedom from oppression
Speaking out for rights

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Group gathering legally
Examination of evidence in court
Permission from a judge
Military member
Examination for illegal items

9 Clues: Military member • Group gathering legally • The media or newspapers • Permission from a judge • Right to personal space • Freedom from oppression • Speaking out for rights • Examination for illegal items • Examination of evidence in court

Civil Rights: a recap 2022-02-28

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location of the 1954 bus boycott
arguably the most iconic leader of the civil rights movement from 1954
Stokely Carmichael questioned their involvement in the movement
the kind of racism that is based on the way systems function e.g. justice or education rather than the attitudes of individuals
one way voting rights were suppressed was by using these kinds of tests to exclude black Americans from registering to vote
one example of non violent direct action used to challenge the segregation of lunch counters
the organisation founded by Ella Baker and later led by John Lewis
where was the huge march in support of the 1964 Civil Rights Bill
the President who passed the Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act into law
Bull Connor used these as well as police dogs against civil rights activists in 1963
who said black Americans should use "any means necessary" to achieve "the rights of a human being in this society"

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the right to do this is guaranteed by the 15th Amendment
the 14th amendment to this document guaranteed all citizens equal protection under the law
Jim Crow laws were designed to ensure this in the South of the US
the president associated with the end of slavery in the United States
younger activists felt that progress towards racial equality was too...
the ideology Stokely Carmichael is associated with
the city in Alabama determined to be one of the most segregated in the south
a practice that took place for more than 300 years
a group who often targeted black Americans

Bill of Rights Quiz 2021-11-18

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- la enmienda que le da derecho a un juicio público y rápido
- la enmienda que habla de poderes reservados a los estados
- la enmienda que impide que los soldados vivan en tu casa
- la enmienda que previene la doble incriminación
- La enmienda que le otorga libertad de religión

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- La enmienda que le otorga el derecho a portar armas
- La enmienda que evita que el gobierno utilice castigos crueles e inusuales
- Un cambio o una adición a la Constitución
- La enmienda que lo protege de registros e incautaciones irrazonables

9 Clues: - Un cambio o una adición a la Constitución • - La enmienda que le otorga libertad de religión • - la enmienda que previene la doble incriminación • - La enmienda que le otorga el derecho a portar armas • - la enmienda que impide que los soldados vivan en tu casa • - la enmienda que habla de poderes reservados a los estados • ...

Articles of Confederation and US Constitution 2024-10-10

Articles of Confederation and US Constitution crossword puzzle

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the US Constitution is divided into seven of these.
named the large states plan and wanted representation in congress based on population.
number of branches of government created by the US Constitution.
group that supported passing the Constitution with no bill of rights.
the idea of dividing the powers of government between multiple branches.
weakness in first form of government. "The government had no power to pass _____".
Consist of President,Vice President,and the Cabinet
the Articles of Confederation were considered too _______.
named the small states plan and wanted each state to be represented equally in congress.
a change to the US Constitution.
created an orderly plan to admit new states to the Union.
a collection of essays written to gain support for the new US Constitution.
introduction to the US Constitution
first ten amendments to the Constitution
location of the writing of the US Constitution.

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interprets the Constitution and federal legislation.
consist of house of representatives and the senate
first president of the united states
amendment that guarantees freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.
number of amendments to the US Constitution.
The first government of the US.
group that refused to support the new constitution without a Bill of Rights.

22 Clues: The first government of the US. • a change to the US Constitution. • introduction to the US Constitution • first president of the united states • first ten amendments to the Constitution • number of amendments to the US Constitution. • location of the writing of the US Constitution. • consist of house of representatives and the senate • ...

AP PBL Unit Four Review 2026-04-17

AP PBL Unit Four Review crossword puzzle

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Right to counsel in special circumstances
Both procedural and substantive
Highest level of civil rights examination
Punishment for speech outside school is suspect
Test created in Casey case
Created the Clear and Present Danger Test
Separate but equal is legal
Right to privacy case
Set the reasonableness standard for school searches
Key Amendment addressed in this unit
Created in Mapp v. OH
Fighting Words Test
Incorporated the right to counsel
Clause related to civil rights cases
Preferences given to classes facing discrimination
Right to abortion in 1st trimester

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Students don't shed their rights at the schoolhouse gate gate
Incorporated the 2nd Amendment to the states
MLK said that these could be disobeyed
Prior restraint may only be imposed for national security
Enabled suspects to be aware of their rights
Texas v. Johnson made this protected speech
Classification of potential discrimination
Separate but equal is inherently unequal
Applying the Bill of Rights to states
1st Amendment Clause addressed in Yoder
____ of the educational process
Legal test of Establishment
Right to counsel during interrogation
No state-sponsored prayer in public schools
1st modern interpretation of the 2nd Amendment

31 Clues: Fighting Words Test • Right to privacy case • Created in Mapp v. OH • Test created in Casey case • Separate but equal is legal • Legal test of Establishment • Both procedural and substantive • ____ of the educational process • Incorporated the right to counsel • Right to abortion in 1st trimester • Key Amendment addressed in this unit • Clause related to civil rights cases • ...

The Declaration of Independence 2026-03-18

The Declaration of Independence crossword puzzle

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The Declaration was designed to justify breaking away from a government; the Constitution and Bill of Rights were designed to ______ a government.
To justify their revolution, the Americans had to allege nothing short of a criminal ______ to violate their rights systematically.
Jefferson feared that if freed Black people remained in America, the country would be in a constant state of ______.
The Declaration and the Bill of Rights both reflect a fear of an overly ______ government imposing its will on the people of the states.
The political theory of the Declaration can be summed up in one sentence: First come ______, and then comes government.
The author of the third article argues it is a mistake to characterise the Declaration's natural rights as religiously based rather than ______.
Every person who signed the Declaration risked being executed as a ______ if caught by the British.
On July 4th, 1776, Congress officially adopted what the author of the third article calls the American Theory of ______.
The Constitution has been ______ 27 times in total.
President Lincoln, in the Gettysburg Address, called the Civil War "a new birth of ______."
The second article ends by saying that the Declaration states a ______ for the republic, which falls to later generations to keep alive.
Although Jefferson believed slavery was wrong, historian Gordon-Reed notes that he never ______ his own enslaved people during his lifetime.

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NPR staff members have read the Declaration of Independence aloud at ______ gatherings every July Fourth since 1988.
Without a declaration of independence, American colonists would remain ______ in the eyes of foreign courts and monarchs.
Ho Chi Minh placed the Vietnamese revolution into a longer revolutionary ______ while also making a bid for American support.
Jefferson's preamble, which later became the most famous part of the document, was at the time of writing largely an ______.
Gordon-Reed compares the Declaration to a great ______, saying its meaning transcends whatever the author was thinking at the time.
The fourth article concludes that protecting individual rights demands constant ______ against the powers of the earth.
The Declaration was really a declaration of ______, because its main goal was to secure alliances with other nations.
The United States announced it had left the British Empire in order to join the international community of ______ states.

20 Clues: The Constitution has been ______ 27 times in total. • President Lincoln, in the Gettysburg Address, called the Civil War "a new birth of ______." • Every person who signed the Declaration risked being executed as a ______ if caught by the British. • ...

The Declaration of Independence 2026-03-18

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The Declaration was designed to justify breaking away from a government; the Constitution and Bill of Rights were designed to ______ a government.
The political theory of the Declaration can be summed up in one sentence: First come ______, and then comes government.
The fourth article concludes that protecting individual rights demands constant ______ against the powers of the earth.
Although Jefferson believed slavery was wrong, historian Gordon-Reed notes that he never ______ his own enslaved people during his lifetime.
The second article ends by saying that the Declaration states a ______ for the republic, which falls to later generations to keep alive.
On July 4th, 1776, Congress officially adopted what the author of the third article calls the American Theory of ______.
The Declaration and the Bill of Rights both reflect a fear of an overly ______ government imposing its will on the people of the states.
Jefferson feared that if freed Black people remained in America, the country would be in a constant state of ______.
The Constitution has been ______ 27 times in total.
Gordon-Reed compares the Declaration to a great ______, saying its meaning transcends whatever the author was thinking at the time.

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Every person who signed the Declaration risked being executed as a ______ if caught by the British.
The Declaration was really a declaration of ______, because its main goal was to secure alliances with other nations.
The author of the third article argues it is a mistake to characterise the Declaration's natural rights as religiously based rather than ______.
Jefferson's preamble, which later became the most famous part of the document, was at the time of writing largely an ______.
To justify their revolution, the Americans had to allege nothing short of a criminal ______ to violate their rights systematically.
The United States announced it had left the British Empire in order to join the international community of ______ states.
Ho Chi Minh placed the Vietnamese revolution into a longer revolutionary ______ while also making a bid for American support.
Without a declaration of independence, American colonists would remain ______ in the eyes of foreign courts and monarchs.
NPR staff members have read the Declaration of Independence aloud at ______ gatherings every July Fourth since 1988.
President Lincoln, in the Gettysburg Address, called the Civil War "a new birth of ______."

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