bill of rights Crossword Puzzles
Government and Civics Final Review 2 2024-12-13
Across
- 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
Across
- 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 • ...
Puzzle Constitution Unit Crossword 2021-01-25
USA Constitution 2022-01-24
Across
- 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 • ...
Unit 1 Government Terms 2026-02-03
Across
- 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 • ...
french revoulution 2023-09-21
Modern History 2021-03-18
Across
- 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 • ...
Myster Paper Daily Crossword Puzzle 2015-06-16
Across
- 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 • ...
Government 2025-05-19
Across
- 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
Across
- 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 • ...
njjnj 2024-09-10
AP Gov Vocab 2023-06-01
Across
- 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 • ...
Constitution and Bill of Rights 2021-05-10
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___
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
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
Across
- 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
Across
- 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..." • ...
Bill of Rights Day 2024-12-01
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
Patient Bill of Rights 2025-08-25
Across
- 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 • ...
Culture, Government, Citizenship 2022-09-19
Across
- 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
Stuff 2023-11-28
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
The Constitution 2023-08-02
Across
- 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. • ...
Legal Studies Crossword 2026-02-26
Across
- 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 • ...
Modern History 2021-03-18
Across
- 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
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 • ...
Liberty Episode 6 (KS) 2024-02-12
Across
- 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? • ...
The Constitution 2024-11-21
Across
- 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 • ...
Word In the Halls 2022-02-08
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
The Constitution 2023-01-26
Across
- 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 • ...
US constitution 2024-05-08
Across
- 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 • ...
Articles of Confederation Unit 2024-02-25
Across
- 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
french revoulution 2023-09-21
Unit 2: foundattions and Principles of the US Government and Constitution 2024-05-17
Across
- 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 • ...
SS8 U.S. Constitution & Bill of Rights 2023-01-16
Across
- 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
Down
- 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 • ...
Jayden B Crossword 2023-01-10
Across
- 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
Down
- 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 • ...
sajdah final exam crossword :) 2023-05-16
Across
- 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))
Down
- 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) • ...
Logan R Articles X-Word 2024-02-08
Across
- 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?
Down
- 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 • ...
Anahi french revolution crossword 2022-12-01
Across
- 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.
Down
- 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. • ...
Constitution Unit Review 2022-12-14
Across
- 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
Down
- 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 • ...
Georgia State Government 2025-10-07
Across
- 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?
Down
- 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 • ...
History Vocabulary 2023-02-08
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
SS8 U.S. Constitution & Bill of Rights 2023-01-16
Across
- 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
Down
- 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 • ...
Canadian Citizenship 2014-05-19
Across
- 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.
Down
- 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. • ...
Amari Primus- Prolouge 2020-09-15
Across
- 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
Down
- 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 • ...
Constitution and A.O.C 2024-12-03
Across
- what month was the bill of rights ratified?
- what month was the Constitution written in?
Down
- 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?
Foundations of Government 2021-09-08
Across
- 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.
Down
- 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
Across
- 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?
Down
- 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.
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 - • ...
Cycle 2 Review 2021-01-06
Across
- 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
Down
- 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
Across
- 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
Down
- 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 • ...
soososoosos 2022-09-06
Monarchs and Empires 2024-02-02
Constitution Crossword Puzzle 2023-05-17
Across
- 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
Down
- 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 • ...
Civil Rights: a recap 2022-02-28
Across
- 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"
Down
- 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 • ...
American Rev project for suder 2022-06-06
Across
- 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
Down
- 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 • ...
Part 2 2025-01-02
Across
- 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
Down
- 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 • ...
Canadian Citizenship 2014-05-19
Across
- 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.
Down
- 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. • ...
Civil Rights: a recap 2022-02-28
Across
- 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 • ...
Bill of Rights and the Constitution 2022-05-19
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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
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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
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 • ...
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
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 • ...
The Constitution and Bill of Rights 2022-09-19
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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 • ...
Articles of Confederation and US Constitution 2024-10-10
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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 • ...
Bill of Rights Vocabulary 2021-06-01
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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
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
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.
- 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 ______."
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. • ...
Unit 3 Vocab 2023-02-13
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- He directed U.S. foreign policy for much of the 1780s and was an important leader of the Federalist Party after the ratification of the United States Constitution in 1788.
- 85 essays written by Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and James Madison
- Signed a declaration of war against Great Britain, starting the war of 1812
- 10 amendments to the constitution
- This event showed the weakness of the federal government under the Articles of Confederation and citizens began to call for a stronger national government
- Any change made to the constitution, only 27 amendments have been made to the constitution in over 200 years, first 10 amendments are known as the bill of rights
- Provide a legal system to settle disputes,create peaceful society with protection from unlawfulness
- May 25, 1787, Convention held in Philadelphia to address the problems of the Articles of confederation
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- Fundamental truth that serves as the foundation for a system of beliefs united States Constitution has 7 principals
- Argued in favor of a strong central government for the new United States
- First functioning government in the United States
- This document served as the United States’ first constitution
- Wanted important political powers to remain with the states.wanted the legislative branch to have more power than an executive.wanted a Bill of Rights added to the Constitution
- Supported removing some powers from the states and giving more power to the national government. Believed Constitution did not need a Bill of Rights
- Keep the peace, protect the country, provide needed services, maintain other institutions
15 Clues: 10 amendments to the constitution • First functioning government in the United States • This document served as the United States’ first constitution • 85 essays written by Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and James Madison • Argued in favor of a strong central government for the new United States • ...
Allison Malay - Prologue 2020-09-14
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- the kings and queens ruled these
- nations- world peace and the betterment of humanity
- of rights- summary of the rights and liberties
- helped by development of printing press
- government- citizens elect representatives
- law- reflected on customs and principles
- revolution- turning point in English history
- the rule of the people
- commandments- biblical principles
- process of law- kings couldn´t punish subjects
- catholic church- most powerful institution
- contract- agreeing among members of societies
- England´s national legislature
- monarchy-powers of rulers are restricted
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- right- believed that king´s power came from god
- small land owning families ruled them
- derived from the word christ
- of powers- dividing a government
- carta- source of traditional English respect
- controls foreign and financial policies
- every society has one to control them
- intellectual movement
- system- division of federal or central governments
- citizens have the right to elect the leaders
- democracy- where citizens rule and make laws
- rights- having the rights of life, liberty,property
- God commanded people to live moral lives
- a religious reform movement
- powerful people ruled them
29 Clues: intellectual movement • the rule of the people • powerful people ruled them • a religious reform movement • derived from the word christ • England´s national legislature • of powers- dividing a government • the kings and queens ruled these • commandments- biblical principles • small land owning families ruled them • every society has one to control them • ...
Reconstruction Vocabulary 2021-09-29
12 Clues: Bureau • 10% plan • Klux Klan • Amendment • Amendment • Amendment • Davis bill • Republican • black codes • of Office Act • Rights act of 1866 • Reconstruction Act
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 • ...
EUROPA I SVIJET U XVIII. 2017-10-11
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- ROKOKO
- VRHOVNI ZAKON
- PRVA HRVATSKA VLADA
- TVORAC DEKLARACIJE NEZAVISNOSTI
- DVORAC LUJA XIV.
- JEDNA OD APSOLUTISTIČKIH DRŽAVA
- PROSVJETITELJ
- ZA SLOBODU I PRAVA ČOVJEKA
- SLOBODA SELJENJA KMETOVA
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- SPAS ZA SIROMAŠNE
- HRVATSKI MATEMATIČAR I ASTRONOM
- NAJSTARIJA ENGLESKA KOLONIJA
- BILL OF RIGHTS
- 1773.
- OSNOVAO SANKT PETERBURG
15 Clues: 1773. • ROKOKO • VRHOVNI ZAKON • PROSVJETITELJ • BILL OF RIGHTS • DVORAC LUJA XIV. • SPAS ZA SIROMAŠNE • PRVA HRVATSKA VLADA • OSNOVAO SANKT PETERBURG • SLOBODA SELJENJA KMETOVA • ZA SLOBODU I PRAVA ČOVJEKA • NAJSTARIJA ENGLESKA KOLONIJA • HRVATSKI MATEMATIČAR I ASTRONOM • TVORAC DEKLARACIJE NEZAVISNOSTI • JEDNA OD APSOLUTISTIČKIH DRŽAVA
Magna Carta Vocabulary 2014-12-01
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- Legal document granting certain rights
- Area controlled by another country.
- Person who rules in a harsh manner, using absolute power.
- of Independence: Document written by Thomas Jefferson in 1776 that proclaims freedom in Great Britain.
- Declaration of the pope that stops most church rights (ceremonies).
- War: American colonists' fight for independence from Great Britain from 1775-1783
- main lawmaking body of the British government.
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- of Liberties: List of rights that were approved by Kind Henry I, providing some rights to the noble of England.
- Person who is part of a Catholic religious group.
- Written set of rules which a government operates.
- of Rights: Document that lists the rights and privileges of the people a nation.
11 Clues: Area controlled by another country. • Legal document granting certain rights • main lawmaking body of the British government. • Person who is part of a Catholic religious group. • Written set of rules which a government operates. • Person who rules in a harsh manner, using absolute power. • Declaration of the pope that stops most church rights (ceremonies). • ...
American Rev project for suder 2022-06-06
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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 • ...
Unit 3 Keywords Crossword (Part 1) 2022-03-09
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- A riot that erupted as a Black man was pulled over and an officer reached for his gun. It was the culmination of years of tension and police mistreatment of Black communities.
- A bill that outlawed all segregation and discrimination on the basis of race.
- A person who rejected traditional and conservative values in society
- The spike in birth rate after World War 2
- Civil rights activist who initiated the Montgomery Bus Boycott
- Established by Congress after the successful launch of Sputnik
- A supreme court ruling that said segregation was constitutional since separate facilities were equal
- A civil rights organization created in 1909 that became a defender of Black rights, standing up to discrimination.
- An agency created in the Cold War to gather information on the Soviets.
- Policy that Middle Eastern countries facing uprisings would receive support from the US
- The closest the US and Russia came to military conflict in the Cold War- a blockade of US ships blocking Russia from planting missiles in Cuba.
- Neighborhoods of single-family homes built around cities and generally more expensive and expansive than urban homes.
- An event that shocked the nation, and made Lyndon B. Johnson step up to the role of President.
- House committee to root out communism
- Policies that enabled discrimination against African-Americans at voting booths
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- Space during the Space Race.
- The Americans who supported the war in Vietnam, but were never outspoken about it.
- Government program established by President Kennedy that enables international volunteering for Americans.
- The black power movement that promoted taking up arms to fight racial injustice.
- A supreme court ruling that stated segregated schools were unconstitutional.
- A policy agenda by President Lyndon B. Johsnon to improve society by preserving the environment, improvin quality of life, and fighting racial injustice.
- The Civil Rights organization that organized nonviolent protests made by students.
- A Civil Rights organization created by Chicago students to promote racial equality and harmony.
- A bill that outlawed measures intended to prevent African-Americans from voting that were present in segregated states.
- The father of the American Civil Rights movement. He believed in peaceful protesting.
- Peaceful protest in which civil rights activists sat at white-only facilities in defiance.
- A failed invasion of Cuba by American-backed revolutionaries who sought to overthrow Fidel Castro.
- A Civil Rights movement in which activists rode interstate buses to test whether rulings against segregation on interstate buses would be upheld.
- The lawyer who fought in Brown vs. BOE, and later became the Supreme Court's first African-American Justice.
- Taking measures that drive towards direct conflict, but stop just short of it
- A visual medium of media that reached almost all American homes.
- The Civil Rights organization founded by Martin Luther King Jr.
- A civil rights activist and the inspiration for the black empowerment movement.
33 Clues: Space during the Space Race. • House committee to root out communism • The spike in birth rate after World War 2 • Civil rights activist who initiated the Montgomery Bus Boycott • Established by Congress after the successful launch of Sputnik • The Civil Rights organization founded by Martin Luther King Jr. • ...
Unit 2 Early American Republic Test Review 2025-10-09
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- of Confederation First U.S. government plan
- Territory Land north of Ohio River
- Branch Part of government that enforces laws
- Party wanting strong federal government
- of Rights First 10 amendments protecting rights
- Branch Part of government that makes laws
- Branch Part of government that interprets laws
- Sense" Paine's influential pamphlet
- Change or addition to the Constitution
- Bank Central bank for the country
- of His Country" Nickname for Washington
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- Party Group sharing similar ideas about government
- of the Constitution" Nickname for Madison
- Party wanting stronger state governments
- Supreme law of the United States
- Agreement between nations
- President's main advisors
- of 1800" Peaceful transfer of power
- Fathers Leaders who created country
- Forcing sailors into military service
- Purchase Land bought from France
- Affair" Diplomatic crisis with France
- Debt Money owed by government
23 Clues: Agreement between nations • President's main advisors • Supreme law of the United States • Forcing sailors into military service • Change or addition to the Constitution • Party wanting strong federal government • Party wanting stronger state governments • Debt Money owed by government • ...
Chapter 7 US History Crossword 2024-04-05
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- Branch where the President belongs
- Term for the Senate and House together
- Tax on goods leaving or entering the country
- Person who believes in strong federal government
- A potential law
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- An acceptance or agreement
- This branch works on bills
- A clearly written right in the Constitution
- Amount of Amendments in the Bill of Rights
- Person who settles land
- This Branch has judges
- Good leaving the country
12 Clues: A potential law • This Branch has judges • Person who settles land • Good leaving the country • An acceptance or agreement • This branch works on bills • Branch where the President belongs • Term for the Senate and House together • Amount of Amendments in the Bill of Rights • A clearly written right in the Constitution • Tax on goods leaving or entering the country • ...
Writing the Constitution 2024-11-14
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- Amount of Principles of the Constitution
- This branch interprets laws
- Protects the peoples individual rights
- Gives Legislative branch power
- This branch makes laws
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- How many branches of Government are there?
- Amount of Bill of Rights
- This branch enforces laws
- Gives Executive branch power
- Gives Judicial branch power
10 Clues: This branch makes laws • Amount of Bill of Rights • This branch enforces laws • This branch interprets laws • Gives Judicial branch power • Gives Executive branch power • Gives Legislative branch power • Protects the peoples individual rights • Amount of Principles of the Constitution • How many branches of Government are there?
Unit 1: Foundations of Government 2018-01-25
Across
- Believed in separation of powers
- Believed men were inherently evil
- Contract Unwritten agreement between the ruler and the ruled
- Believed in separation of church and state
- Powers given to the national government alone
- Oppressive, one party rule
- Believed in life, liberty, and property
- Central power rules over the states
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- States direct the central government; creates a weak central authority
- Powers are shared between states and central government
- of Rights The first 10 Amendments; secure individual rights
- Rights that cannot be taken away or denied
- Powers given to the states via the 10th Amendment
- Powers shared by the federal and state governments
- Government by the people, both directly and indirectly
15 Clues: Oppressive, one party rule • Believed in separation of powers • Believed men were inherently evil • Central power rules over the states • Believed in life, liberty, and property • Rights that cannot be taken away or denied • Believed in separation of church and state • Powers given to the national government alone • Powers given to the states via the 10th Amendment • ...
Enlightenment & Am Revolution 2024-01-30
Across
- 1st ten amendments to the Constitution
- Believed in separation of powers
- Enlightenment thinkers said you could do this (not a diaper) if government abused their power
- This contract gives up some rights in exchange for protection
- The ENGLISH bill of Rights created this type of monarchy
- Turning point of the war
- This led to the Intolerable Acts
- The British paid for the French & Indian War with
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- Enlightenment thinkers based their beliefs on 2 ideas
- This was heard around the world in Lexington & Concord
- Locke believed government came from
- Separated colonies from Britain
- He believed in natural rights
- This document established the framework of the US Gov
- Last battle of the war
- Renaissance & enlightenment changed
- French writer free speech & religion
- No government = a short, nasty & brutal life
- Monarch that controls all aspects of govt & public life
- The Divine right to rule came from..
- we elect representatives to make laws in this
21 Clues: Last battle of the war • Turning point of the war • He believed in natural rights • Separated colonies from Britain • Believed in separation of powers • This led to the Intolerable Acts • Locke believed government came from • Renaissance & enlightenment changed • French writer free speech & religion • The Divine right to rule came from.. • 1st ten amendments to the Constitution • ...
Government Crossword 2025-05-15
Across
- ideas that pass through Congress to become a law
- a change to law
- two part legislature
- chief executive
- the presidents way to reject a bill
- people in the House of Representatives
- guaranteed rights for all citizens
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- branch of government that makes the laws
- United States capital
- the highest court at the federal level
- rules that everyone in a country has to follow
- branch of government that enforces the laws
- representatives in the Senate
- branch of government that interprets the laws
- to choose someone for a job or decide on something
- a form on government where the leaders are chosen by the citizens
- United States national animal
17 Clues: a change to law • chief executive • two part legislature • United States capital • representatives in the Senate • United States national animal • guaranteed rights for all citizens • the presidents way to reject a bill • the highest court at the federal level • people in the House of Representatives • branch of government that makes the laws • ...
bill of rights crossword puzzle 2023-03-31
Across
- this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment
- a term used to identify a national or central government that has powers greater than individual state governments
- another name for the first ten amendments
- the percent of states that must approve an amendment for it to become a law.
- this amendment allows you to be silent if your testimony is incriminating you
Down
- the branch of Federal government responsible for writing the amendments
- the document to which the bill of rights is attached
- an alteration or change that ads to,improves or corrects a motion or bill
- this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant
- this freedom is one of three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment
10 Clues: another name for the first ten amendments • this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment • the document to which the bill of rights is attached • this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant • the branch of Federal government responsible for writing the amendments • ...
The First President 2024-03-12
Across
- Extra Tax added to imported Goods
- The united States was first governed by the Articles of ______________
- The Number of Amendments that form the Bill of Rights
- He was the first Head of State Department
- Hamilton was the first head of this department
Down
- The most powerful court in the U.S. (Two words)
- The Nations capital was named after the president
- The Bill of Rights limit the power of government
- Paper notes that promise to repay money
9 Clues: Extra Tax added to imported Goods • Paper notes that promise to repay money • He was the first Head of State Department • Hamilton was the first head of this department • The most powerful court in the U.S. (Two words) • The Bill of Rights limit the power of government • The Nations capital was named after the president • ...
freedom 2022-03-21
Across
- and rescued 70 enslaved people
- first American president
- if a country is over ______
- a northern country on earth
- its the name of this
Down
- civil rights activist
- president during civil war
- held 13 rescue missions to help slaves
- America has a bill on it
- the author of the declaration of independence
- something other people don't have
11 Clues: its the name of this • civil rights activist • America has a bill on it • first American president • president during civil war • if a country is over ______ • a northern country on earth • and rescued 70 enslaved people • something other people don't have • held 13 rescue missions to help slaves • the author of the declaration of independence
American Revolution 2019-07-03
Across
- BATTLE AT ______ FALLS
- BILL OF _______
- REBELLION OF FARMERS AGAINST TAXES
- ARTICLES OF _______
- CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION ACHIEVEMENT
- WROTE THE CONSTITUTION
- THOMAS _________
- POOR RICHARD'S ALMANAC AUTHOR
- SHIP HOSTAGES IN NORTHERN ________
- WASHINGTON'S WIFE
- FREEDOM FROM BRITAIN
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- LAST NAME OF FIRST PRESIDENT
- RIVER LEWIS AND CLARK FOLLOWED
- HARSH WINTER ENCAMPMENT
- OPPOSES STRONG FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
- BOSTON GATHERING IN THE HARBOR
- ORIGINALLY OCCUPIED BATON ROUGE
- HELPED NEGOTIATE TREATY OF PARIS
- RECEIVED LOUISIANA PURCHASE FROM
- HELPED LEWIS AND CLARK EXPEDITION
20 Clues: BILL OF _______ • THOMAS _________ • WASHINGTON'S WIFE • ARTICLES OF _______ • FREEDOM FROM BRITAIN • BATTLE AT ______ FALLS • WROTE THE CONSTITUTION • HARSH WINTER ENCAMPMENT • LAST NAME OF FIRST PRESIDENT • POOR RICHARD'S ALMANAC AUTHOR • RIVER LEWIS AND CLARK FOLLOWED • BOSTON GATHERING IN THE HARBOR • ORIGINALLY OCCUPIED BATON ROUGE • HELPED NEGOTIATE TREATY OF PARIS • ...
street law chapter 1 vocab 2023-08-22
Across
- The power of each of the three branches of government used to limit the power of the other branches to prevent abuse.
- The first ten amendments to the constitution, which guarantee basic individual rights to all people.
- The power of the chief executive to prevent enactment of a bill.
- Rights everyone has just because they are humans.
- Regulate relationships between individuals or groups of individuals.
- Laws enacted by state or federal legislatures.
- The level of proof required to convict a person of a crime. Doesn't mean "convinced 100 percent", but does mean there's no reasonable doubt as to guilt.
- A fundamental part of our government that limits the power of the government to those given to it by the people.
- The person or company harmed, - against the defendant. Prosecutor
- The person accused of committing the crime. But in a civil case is the person being sued.
Down
- A legal way of making a provision less enforceable than it might otherwise be.
- The division of power between the branches of our government.
- The burden of proof that a party must meet in order to win a lawsuit.
- Enables a court to cancel any law passed by congress or a state legislature that conflicts with the constitution.
- Conflicting with some provision of the constitution.
- state or federal governments attorney in a criminal case.
- A lawsuit that can be brought by a person who feels wronged by another person.
- A crime less serious than a felony and punishable by a prison sentence of one year or less.
- Regulate public conduct and set out duties owed to society.
- The division of power between the state and federal government.
- More serious crimes like murder or robbery, punishable by a prison sentence of more than one year.
21 Clues: Laws enacted by state or federal legislatures. • Rights everyone has just because they are humans. • Conflicting with some provision of the constitution. • state or federal governments attorney in a criminal case. • Regulate public conduct and set out duties owed to society. • The division of power between the branches of our government. • ...
7.1 - The First President 2023-11-08
Across
- Hamilton was the first head of this department.
- The most powerful court in the United States (2 words)
- The United States was first governed under the Articles of __________.
- The Bill of Rights limits the power of ___________.
Down
- Paper notes that promise to repay money
- Extra tax added to imported goods
- He was the first head of the State Department.
- The number of amendments that forms the Bill of Rights
- The nation's capital was named after this president.
9 Clues: Extra tax added to imported goods • Paper notes that promise to repay money • He was the first head of the State Department. • Hamilton was the first head of this department. • The Bill of Rights limits the power of ___________. • The nation's capital was named after this president. • The number of amendments that forms the Bill of Rights • ...
The First President 2024-03-12
Across
- Extra Tax added to imported Goods
- The united States was first governed by the Articles of ______________
- The Number of Amendments that form the Bill of Rights
- He was the first Head of State Department
- Hamilton was the first head of this department
Down
- The most powerful court in the U.S. (Two words)
- The Nations capital was named after the president
- The Bill of Rights limit the power of government
- Paper notes that promise to repay money
9 Clues: Extra Tax added to imported Goods • Paper notes that promise to repay money • He was the first Head of State Department • Hamilton was the first head of this department • The most powerful court in the U.S. (Two words) • The Bill of Rights limit the power of government • The Nations capital was named after the president • ...
America 2023-03-21
Across
- What was the bill that in 1789, specified the rights and freedom of the American people? (three words)
- What state passed the "Don't say gay" bill?
- Who wrote the speech "WHAT TO THE SLAVE IS THE FOURTH OF JULY?"? (Two words)
- Who wrote the famous "I have a dream" speech? (Three words)
- Who wrote "I, Too, Sing America"? (Two words)
Down
- Who sung Strange Fruit? (Two words)
- What was Roe v. Wade about?
- What was founded in 2013 in response to the acquittal of Trayvon Martin’s murderer? (four words)
- The document that separated the US from Great Britain (three words)
- In "Spoil the child" what did "to lick" mean? (two words)
10 Clues: What was Roe v. Wade about? • Who sung Strange Fruit? (Two words) • What state passed the "Don't say gay" bill? • Who wrote "I, Too, Sing America"? (Two words) • In "Spoil the child" what did "to lick" mean? (two words) • Who wrote the famous "I have a dream" speech? (Three words) • The document that separated the US from Great Britain (three words) • ...
Ancient Greece 2024-11-04
Across
- the first monotheistic religion
- City-state
- created written code of laws
- people who lived on Crete
- founder of the Persian Achaemenid Empire
- Indo-Europeans
- where few people rule
- eliminated debt slavery
- Persia's form of currency
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- Military state
- council of 500
- where a tyrant rules
- caters to peasants
- invaded Greece
- where a king or queen rules
- Mazda Zoroastrianism god
- marketplace
- public slaves
- Cultural state
- the first "bill of human rights"
- belief in many gods
21 Clues: City-state • marketplace • public slaves • Military state • council of 500 • invaded Greece • Indo-Europeans • Cultural state • caters to peasants • belief in many gods • where a tyrant rules • where few people rule • eliminated debt slavery • people who lived on Crete • Persia's form of currency • Mazda Zoroastrianism god • where a king or queen rules • created written code of laws • ...
Reconstrution 2021-09-29
Across
- Granted African American men the right to vote.
- A law to control newly freed African Americans
- Granted citizenship to African Americans.
- Civil Rights Act of ____
- A harsher bill than the 10% plan.
- A federal official commits a crime or acts improperly, they will get __________
- A group of people who were opposed to Reconstruction after the civil war.
Down
- Ended slavery.
- A plan Lincoln made.
- ______ of Office Act.
- _______ Republicans.
- The president denies a law or bill.
- ____ Reconstruction Act.
- Provided food, housing and medical aid to Freedmen
14 Clues: Ended slavery. • A plan Lincoln made. • _______ Republicans. • ______ of Office Act. • ____ Reconstruction Act. • Civil Rights Act of ____ • A harsher bill than the 10% plan. • The president denies a law or bill. • Granted citizenship to African Americans. • A law to control newly freed African Americans • Granted African American men the right to vote. • ...
Reconstruction 2023-10-09
Across
- new indstury in the south
- accepted southern states back into the union
- granted full citizenship to all people born in the US
- secretary of war
- civil rights leader
- war hero president
- controled freed African Americans
Down
- overrode Johnson's veto of Civil war act
- gave all male citizens the right to vote
- to overturn or defeat a bill proposed in Congress
- abolished slavery throughout the US
- a single crop grown by farmers
- impeached president
- restored full rights to people of the south and supported by democrats
- shot linclon
15 Clues: shot linclon • secretary of war • war hero president • impeached president • civil rights leader • new indstury in the south • a single crop grown by farmers • controled freed African Americans • abolished slavery throughout the US • overrode Johnson's veto of Civil war act • gave all male citizens the right to vote • accepted southern states back into the union • ...
The Birth of a Nation - 10th Grade 2024-03-13
Across
- What was the resulting compromise over the representation in Congress?
- Where di the framers of the Constitution meet?
- What issue led to the 3/5th Compromise?
- What ordinance created a system for admitting new states?
- Which stae was the first to ratify the Consitution?
- How many amendments are part of the Bill of Rights?
- Which evented highlighted the need for a stronger central government?
- What confederation was the states first rule book?
- What kind of federalist opposed the ratification of the Constitution?
- How many states needed to ratify the Constitution?
- Who lead the rebellion of farmers to protest high taxes?
Down
- Which state played a crucial role in ratification of the Constitution?
- What did the Federalist advocate for regarding the central goverment?
- What was the last state to ratify the Constitution?
- What was the primary issue of the Articles of Confederation?
- What was the point of the Articles of Confederation regarding the states?
- How many colonies became states?
- The original reason for meeting for the Constitutional Convention was to do what with the Articles of Confederation?
- the balance of power between the states and federal government is called what?
- What was the purpose of the Bill of Rights for individuals??
20 Clues: How many colonies became states? • What issue led to the 3/5th Compromise? • Where di the framers of the Constitution meet? • What confederation was the states first rule book? • How many states needed to ratify the Constitution? • What was the last state to ratify the Constitution? • Which stae was the first to ratify the Consitution? • ...
The Constitution Crossword 2025-01-24
History Crossword Puzzle Unit 8 2023-01-05
Become a Citizen- Gov culminating assignment 2022-12-15
Across
- Powers of congress that are directly stated in the constitution.
- The lowest protection possible. The constitutional ______
- Second amendment right that allows people to own guns. The right to _____ ___
- _____ vs. Board of Education. The Court ruled that separate educational places are unequal.
- Groups joining together for a common purpose.
- The Bill of Rights was added to the constitution as a ____ between federalists and anti-federalists.
- The first 3 words of the Constitution preamble.
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- _____ Clause. Makes the Constitution the law of the land.
- A debate about a bill that stalls the voting on it.
- The article of the Constitution that establishes the Legislative branch.
- A form of government where one person holds all of the power.
- Police must have this in order to search your house.
- People who support the constitution.
- Powers given to congress through the necessary and proper clause.
- _____ theory. The theory that people gained power by forcing others to submit.
- Government system in which the people have the power.
- Group formed by African Americans that used the courts to secure equal rights victories.
17 Clues: People who support the constitution. • Groups joining together for a common purpose. • The first 3 words of the Constitution preamble. • A debate about a bill that stalls the voting on it. • Police must have this in order to search your house. • Government system in which the people have the power. • _____ Clause. Makes the Constitution the law of the land. • ...
Constitution and The Bill of Rights 2023-04-19
Across
- 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 • ...
Constitution and The Bill of Rights 2023-04-19
Across
- 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
Down
- 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 • ...
