bill of rights Crossword Puzzles

Unit 3 Crossword Review 2023-09-29

Unit 3 Crossword Review crossword puzzle
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  1. Cancel
  2. The lawmaking branch of government
  3. The power of the U.S. Supreme Court to determine if a law passed by Congress or a presidential action is in accord with the Constitution is called judicial _____.
  4. The fair application of the law to one's case is called due _____ of law.
  5. The branch of government that interprets the laws and punishes lawbreakers
  6. The distribution of political power among the branches of government is called _____ of powers.
  7. A written change to the Constitution
  8. The leaders of the executive departments, who also act as advisers to the president
  9. _____ rule is a system in which the decision of more than half the people is accepted by all.
  10. Powers shared by the federal government and the states.
  11. The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution, which set forth basic rights guaranteed to all Americans is called the Bill of _____.
  12. Powers given to the federal government by the Constitution.
  13. The branch of government that carries out the laws
  14. A refusal by the president to sign a bill
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  1. A _____ tax was a special tax that had to be paid in order to vote.
  2. Keeping things or people separate
  3. Testifying against oneself is called self-_____.
  4. The power of the government to take private property for public use is called _____ domain.
  5. The words "We the People" in the Preamble reflect the principle of popular _____.
  6. The right to vote
  7. A _____ government is a system in which government powers are carefully spelled out to prevent government from becoming too powerful.
  8. In the system of checks and balances, the powers of government are balanced among different branches so that each branch can check, or _____, the power of the other branches.
  9. The rights guaranteed to all U.S. citizens are called _____ rights.
  10. Money or property an accused person gives a court to hold as a guarantee that he or she will appear for trial
  11. When one group is treated differently than another
  12. Powers set aside by the U.S. Constitution for the states or for the people.
  13. The division between religion and government is called the _____ of church and state.
  14. The beginning of the U.S. Constitution, which describes its purposes

28 Clues: Cancel • The right to vote • Keeping things or people separate • The lawmaking branch of government • A written change to the Constitution • A refusal by the president to sign a bill • Testifying against oneself is called self-_____. • When one group is treated differently than another • The branch of government that carries out the laws • ...

Texas Government 2025-10-23

Texas Government crossword puzzle
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  1. form of government in which people choose leaders by voting
  2. official request to government
  3. choose someone for a particular job
  4. to agree to do or allow
  5. a statement made at beginning of document
  6. certain freedoms guaranteed to Americans
  7. political units which a state is divided
  8. party people sharing similar ideas on government
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  1. something you must do
  2. to select someone for a position
  3. person born in city, state or town with legal rights
  4. people who control and make decisions for country, state
  5. city having main offices of government
  6. to refuse to sign a bill into law
  7. change some words or meaning
  8. people who listen to evidence and decide outcome of trial
  9. having to do with city

17 Clues: something you must do • having to do with city • to agree to do or allow • change some words or meaning • official request to government • to select someone for a position • to refuse to sign a bill into law • choose someone for a particular job • city having main offices of government • certain freedoms guaranteed to Americans • political units which a state is divided • ...

Baylee Knapp Enlightenment and Revolution 2022-12-20

Baylee Knapp Enlightenment and Revolution crossword puzzle
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  1. -founding father who was the 3rd president
  2. -document that declared America free from British rule
  3. -sponsored tolerance
  4. -ruler of Russia
  5. -bill stating the basic rights of americans
  6. -studied with a telescope
  7. -agreement between the government and the people
  8. -earth centered
  9. -wanted equal education for women
  10. -believed in separation of the government
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  1. -where people started to think with logic
  2. -thinkers of the Enlightenment
  3. -enlightenment rulers
  4. -belief based on god not fact
  5. -laws of motion
  6. -lavish (palace of versailles)
  7. -way of experimenting using logic
  8. -sun centered
  9. -revolution using reason and logic
  10. -new classical
  11. -people are born with natural rights
  12. and balances -ensuring that political power is shared among many
  13. -theory that truth can be discovered through reason
  14. -3 branches who share power equally
  15. -parties hosted by wealthy women
  16. -believed the government should be for the people

26 Clues: -sun centered • -new classical • -laws of motion • -earth centered • -ruler of Russia • -sponsored tolerance • -enlightenment rulers • -studied with a telescope • -belief based on god not fact • -thinkers of the Enlightenment • -lavish (palace of versailles) • -parties hosted by wealthy women • -way of experimenting using logic • -wanted equal education for women • ...

Civics Vocab Crossword 2023-01-04

Civics Vocab Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. when a bill is pushed aside and not considered
  2. field of law; government regulations on trading
  3. party with a large number of members
  4. “All legislative powers . . . shall be vested in a Congress to the United States”
  5. house in the bicameral legislature based off population
  6. a prolonged speech that obstructs progress
  7. when a bill is put to final vote
  8. a country’s military forces (army and navy)
  9. written proposal for law
  10. the formal act by which a country or state announces war against another
  11. commerce between one country or its states
  12. buying and selling and trading of goods and services
  13. highest officer position in the U.S.
  14. where a bill is considered line-by-line
  15. meeting of members of a political party or legislature
  16. establish the truth or correctness
  17. house in the bicameral legislature based off equality
  18. permanent committee that meets regularly
  19. when a bill comes out of committee and is introduced for debate
  20. government regulations on intake of people into country and the processes of that
  21. the process of making money
  22. a formally concluded and ratified agreement between countries or bodies of government
  23. exclusive right to their writings for a limited period of time
  24. high-ranking senator
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  1. when a bill is assigned a number and entered into record
  2. action of investigating something or someone
  3. a procedure for ending debate and taking a vote
  4. two houses in legislature
  5. the power of Senate to consult and approve treaties
  6. head of minority party
  7. discuss
  8. count or mention a number
  9. indirect veto of a bill by a President or Governer
  10. suggested not explicitly
  11. a committee appointed by legislature to resolve disagreements on a bill
  12. relations between the U.S. and other countries
  13. exclusive rights to use and lease and sell their inventions for a limited period of time
  14. allows Congress to enact laws that are necessary (previously called the Necessary and Proper Clause)
  15. entrust a task to someone else
  16. a writ ordering a person to attend court
  17. head of majority party
  18. an annual address delivered by the President
  19. committee that is appointed to perform a special function
  20. rules used for the process of someone becoming a U.S. citizen
  21. speaker of assembly or legislature
  22. unintentional failure to notice or action of overseeing

46 Clues: discuss • high-ranking senator • head of minority party • head of majority party • suggested not explicitly • written proposal for law • two houses in legislature • count or mention a number • the process of making money • entrust a task to someone else • when a bill is put to final vote • establish the truth or correctness • speaker of assembly or legislature • ...

Admin laws 2025-09-30

Admin laws crossword puzzle
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  1. Branch: The branch of government responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice (U.S. Supreme Court and lower federal courts).
  2. Branch: The branch of government responsible for implementing and enforcing laws (U.S. President and associated agencies).
  3. Washington: The first President of the United States and commander of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War.
  4. Branch: The branch of government responsible for making laws (U.S. Congress).
  5. Hamilton: A Founding Father, influential in the Constitutional Convention, and the first Secretary of the Treasury.
  6. Supporters of the U.S. Constitution and a strong central government.
  7. The official approval of a treaty, constitution, or amendment by the states.
  8. of powers: The division of governmental responsibilities into distinct branches to prevent any one branch from exercising the core functions of another.
  9. Supreme power or authority, often referring to a state's independent authority over its territory and affairs.
  10. Opponents of the U.S. Constitution, favoring stronger state governments and advocating for a Bill of Rights.
  11. Jefferson: A Founding Father, principal author of the Declaration of Independence, and the third U.S. President.
  12. compromise: An agreement during the Constitutional Convention that counted enslaved individuals as three-fifths of a person for purposes of taxation and representation.
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  1. Plan: A proposal at the Constitutional Convention for a strong national government with a bicameral legislature based on population.
  2. n balances: A system in which each branch of government has the power to limit or check the actions of the other two branches
  3. Compromise: An agreement reached during the Constitutional Convention that established a bicameral legislature with proportional representation in the House of Representatives and equal representation in the Senate.
  4. A system of government in which power is divided between a national government and state governments.
  5. The ability of a borrower to obtain goods or services before payment, based on trust in their financial reliability.
  6. A system of money in general use in a particular country.
  7. Madison: Known as the "Father of the Constitution" for his pivotal role in drafting the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
  8. Rebellion: An armed uprising in Massachusetts (1786–1787) by farmers protesting economic hardship and debt, highlighting the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation.
  9. of Rights: The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, guaranteeing fundamental rights and freedoms.
  10. A union of sovereign states, typically with a weak central authority.
  11. of Confederation: The first constitution of the United States, adopted in 1781, which established a weak central government.
  12. Jersey Plan: A proposal at the Constitutional Convention for a weaker national government with a unicameral legislature where each state had equal representation.
  13. Convention: A gathering in Philadelphia in 1787 where delegates drafted the U.S. Constitution.

25 Clues: A system of money in general use in a particular country. • Supporters of the U.S. Constitution and a strong central government. • A union of sovereign states, typically with a weak central authority. • The official approval of a treaty, constitution, or amendment by the states. • Branch: The branch of government responsible for making laws (U.S. Congress). • ...

Mikey's Bill of rights crossword puzzle 2024-09-05

Mikey's Bill of rights crossword puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. an amount of bail ordered to be posted by an accused defendant Witch is much more than necessary
  2. You can not be charged with the same crime twice
  3. Amendment Have the right to remain silent
  4. a military force that engages in rebel and terrorist activities
  5. Amendment If a tattoo artist spells something wrong its a civil law suit
  6. to encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another
  7. Amendment A soldier needs permission to enter your house
  8. Amendment Police need a warrant to enter your home
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  1. Amendment The right to own a gun
  2. Amendment Religion Assemble Petition Press
  3. a formal written request to a court
  4. Amendment The states can make laws too
  5. Amendment We have more rights out of the constitution
  6. Amendment The accused has the right for a speedy and public trial
  7. Amendment You have the right not to be tortured for a punishment

15 Clues: Amendment The right to own a gun • a formal written request to a court • Amendment The states can make laws too • Amendment Have the right to remain silent • Amendment Religion Assemble Petition Press • You can not be charged with the same crime twice • Amendment Police need a warrant to enter your home • Amendment We have more rights out of the constitution • ...

Bill of Rights and The constitution 2022-02-17

Bill of Rights and The constitution crossword puzzle
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  1. grants citizenship
  2. speedy trial
  3. states or people
  4. repealing elec. proc.
  5. no troops in homes
  6. right to vote
  7. right to not testify
  8. unreasonable search
  9. unlisted rights
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  1. states shielded
  2. freedom of speech
  3. civil cases in jury
  4. right to bear arms
  5. no cruel punishment
  6. slavery abolished

15 Clues: speedy trial • right to vote • states shielded • unlisted rights • states or people • freedom of speech • slavery abolished • grants citizenship • right to bear arms • no troops in homes • civil cases in jury • no cruel punishment • unreasonable search • right to not testify • repealing elec. proc.

Bill of Rights pick 2 project 2022-01-20

Bill of Rights pick 2 project crossword puzzle
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  1. A _______ was added to the U.S constitution
  2. A meeting help in Philadelphia where delegates from the states discussed the changes needed in the government plan
  3. The idea that the government's authority comes from the people
  4. When carrying out the law,the government must follow clear rules and act reasonably with this concept.
  5. A system of government in which the power to govern belongs to the people
  6. The 1st national government of America
  7. System that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other two branches
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  1. A written plan that provides the basic framework of government
  2. A person who is required to defend themself in a legal action
  3. Putting someone on trial more than once for the same crime
  4. A judges order that authorizes police or officials to take action
  5. The formal listing of the basic rights of U.S citizens
  6. Trade and other business dealings between two or more states
  7. Giving a testimony that can be later used against oneself
  8. A country governed by elected representatives

15 Clues: The 1st national government of America • A _______ was added to the U.S constitution • A country governed by elected representatives • The formal listing of the basic rights of U.S citizens • Giving a testimony that can be later used against oneself • Putting someone on trial more than once for the same crime • ...

The Constitution and Bill of rights 2025-11-11

The Constitution and Bill of rights crossword puzzle
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  1. Only three-fifths of the slave population would count when determining the amounts of representatives.
  2. In Includes the president and departments that help run the government
  3. Passed in 1689 the supremacy of Parliament
  4. Includes the right for speedy and public trial by jury's,and witness
  5. protects religion, speech, press, assembly, and the right to petition the government
  6. set a clear example of how to amend the Constitution to fit the needs of a changing nation.
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  1. is a set of basic principles and laws that states the power and duties of the government
  2. people who opposed the Constitution
  3. supporters of the Constitution believed that through compromise would offer a good balance of power
  4. keeps any branch of government from becoming too powerful
  5. made up of all the national quarts
  6. Called Congress is responsible for proposing and passing laws
  7. Signed by King John in 1215 made the king subject to law
  8. it is banned for the government to house soldiers in citizens homes
  9. is the right to have firearms

15 Clues: is the right to have firearms • made up of all the national quarts • people who opposed the Constitution • Passed in 1689 the supremacy of Parliament • Signed by King John in 1215 made the king subject to law • keeps any branch of government from becoming too powerful • Called Congress is responsible for proposing and passing laws • ...

crossword puzzle-constitution & bill of rights 2025-11-17

crossword puzzle-constitution & bill of rights crossword puzzle
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  1. when the police search people or property and take evidence
  2. the right to question people who testify against you
  3. a change or addition to the constitution
  4. the division of government into 3 branches
  5. right to carry own weapons
  6. permission from the homeowner required
  7. fair treatment under the law
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  1. punishment that is way too harsh or inhumane: prohibited
  2. a court case about money and property; not crimes
  3. freedom to practice any religion
  4. freedom to express thoughts and ideas and not be punished my the government
  5. each branch of the governmenthas powers to allow It to limit other branches
  6. a system where power is divided between national and state governments
  7. a fair unbiased jury
  8. unreasonably high payments required to get out of jail before trial

15 Clues: a fair unbiased jury • right to carry own weapons • fair treatment under the law • freedom to practice any religion • permission from the homeowner required • a change or addition to the constitution • the division of government into 3 branches • a court case about money and property; not crimes • the right to question people who testify against you • ...

Quebecois Crossword 2020-12-11

Quebecois Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. Bill 101 is also known as the ____ of the French Language
  2. The Children of Bill 101 were required to attend ___ in French
  3. Name of a person whose primary language is French
  4. Quebec citizens have five different ____ rights
  5. Bill 101 helps preserve the French ___ in Quebec
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  1. The Quebec ____ supported Bill 101
  2. In 1980 there was the first Quebec
  3. The “ Office quebecois de la langue francaise” is called the language

8 Clues: The Quebec ____ supported Bill 101 • In 1980 there was the first Quebec • Quebec citizens have five different ____ rights • Bill 101 helps preserve the French ___ in Quebec • Name of a person whose primary language is French • Bill 101 is also known as the ____ of the French Language • The Children of Bill 101 were required to attend ___ in French • ...

Influentials 2024-06-13

Influentials crossword puzzle
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  1. Environmentalist known for founding the Sierra Club
  2. British Prime Minister during WWII
  3. Tech visionary who co-founded Apple
  4. Organization aimed at international peacekeeping
  5. Astronaut who was the first man to walk on the moon
  6. Influential social media platform for short videos
  7. Civil rights leader who delivered the 'I Have a Dream' speech
  8. The highest governing body of the Catholic Church
  9. Influential artist known for the 'Mona Lisa'
  10. Nonprofit organization founded by Bill Gates
  11. The Queen of Pop
  12. Facebook co-founder and CEO
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  1. Movement for women's rights to vote
  2. Famous for the theory of relativity
  3. Pioneering nurse known as 'The Lady with the Lamp'
  4. Social media influencer with millions of followers on Instagram
  5. Journalist known for 'The Diary of a Young Girl'
  6. Author of 'Harry Potter'
  7. Youngest Nobel Prize laureate
  8. First African-American President of the USA

20 Clues: The Queen of Pop • Author of 'Harry Potter' • Facebook co-founder and CEO • Youngest Nobel Prize laureate • British Prime Minister during WWII • Movement for women's rights to vote • Tech visionary who co-founded Apple • Famous for the theory of relativity • First African-American President of the USA • Influential artist known for the 'Mona Lisa' • ...

Government Terms 2024-05-28

Government Terms crossword puzzle
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  1. A rule regulating the actions of its members
  2. The branch of government that enforces the laws
  3. A public rule, law, or command in local government
  4. To change or alter
  5. A proposed law
  6. An introductory statement, preface, or introduction
  7. member of a community, state, or nation
  8. A formal written request
  9. A large room where members of a government group have meetings
  10. The branch of government that decides if a law has been broken or if a law is unjust
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  1. Duties or obligations of citizens
  2. The act of changing for the better
  3. The branch of government that makes the laws
  4. People who make laws
  5. To reject a decision made by a law-making body
  6. A city or town serving as local government
  7. The term given to a bill that has been signed by officers of both chambers of the general assembly
  8. Privileges belonging to a person as a benefit of citizenship

18 Clues: A proposed law • To change or alter • People who make laws • A formal written request • Duties or obligations of citizens • The act of changing for the better • member of a community, state, or nation • A city or town serving as local government • The branch of government that makes the laws • A rule regulating the actions of its members • ...

Social Studies Unit 2 Review 2023-09-07

Social Studies Unit 2 Review crossword puzzle
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  1. This person wrote the Declaration of Independence in 1776
  2. The federal government has ____ power under the US Constitution than it did under the Articles of Confederation
  3. The _____-Fifths Compromise determined how slaves would be calculated during the census (population count)
  4. This group of people did not want the Constitution because they thought it would give the federal government too much power; they believed that if the Constitution were to pass, you would need a bill of rights
  5. The Articles of ______ were the US's first constitution
  6. ____ out of 13 states needed to vote "yes" for a bill to pass under the Articles of Confederation
  7. The federal government has the ability to tax under this document; it didn't have this power under the Articles of Confederation
  8. The United States gained its independence from them (a nationality)
  9. Both the Articles of Confederation and the ______ Plan during the Constitutional Convention called for 1 house in the legislature with equal number of representatives from each state
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  1. This group of people wanted the Constitution to pass because they wanted the federal government to have more power than before. They didn't think a bill of rights would be necessary
  2. Both Jefferson and this philosopher believed in natural rights and the right to overthrow the government if it violates people's liberty
  3. Paul Revere's artistic portrayal of the Boston ______ angered American colonists
  4. This state's plan called for 2 houses in the legislature but with both houses granting the number of representatives to each state proportionally to their population sizes
  5. This person wrote the US Constitution. He wrote the Virginia Plan as part of his rough draft but it was rejected.
  6. This system does not give all the power to the federal government but reserves some power to the states, etc.
  7. This state offered the solution that ultimately passed: 2 houses in the legislature; 1 based on population size, the other with equal representation
  8. This branch had 1 house under the Articles of Confederation but has two houses under today's Constitution
  9. Numerous laws passed by the British Parliament after 1763 angered colonists because of ______ without representation
  10. The Articles of Confederation needed ______ agreement for it to be changed
  11. A rebellion of mostly _____ that lasted several months exposed weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation

20 Clues: The Articles of ______ were the US's first constitution • This person wrote the Declaration of Independence in 1776 • The United States gained its independence from them (a nationality) • The Articles of Confederation needed ______ agreement for it to be changed • Paul Revere's artistic portrayal of the Boston ______ angered American colonists • ...

Unit 3 Crossword Review 2023-09-29

Unit 3 Crossword Review crossword puzzle
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  1. Cancel
  2. The lawmaking branch of government
  3. The power of the U.S. Supreme Court to determine if a law passed by Congress or a presidential action is in accord with the Constitution is called judicial _____.
  4. The fair application of the law to one's case is called due _____ of law.
  5. The branch of government that interprets the laws and punishes lawbreakers
  6. The distribution of political power among the branches of government is called _____ of powers.
  7. A written change to the Constitution
  8. The leaders of the executive departments, who also act as advisers to the president
  9. _____ rule is a system in which the decision of more than half the people is accepted by all.
  10. Powers shared by the federal government and the states.
  11. The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution, which set forth basic rights guaranteed to all Americans is called the Bill of _____.
  12. Powers given to the federal government by the Constitution.
  13. The branch of government that carries out the laws
  14. A refusal by the president to sign a bill
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  1. A _____ tax was a special tax that had to be paid in order to vote.
  2. Keeping things or people separate
  3. Testifying against oneself is called self-_____.
  4. The power of the government to take private property for public use is called _____ domain.
  5. The words "We the People" in the Preamble reflect the principle of popular _____.
  6. The right to vote
  7. A _____ government is a system in which government powers are carefully spelled out to prevent government from becoming too powerful.
  8. In the system of checks and balances, the powers of government are balanced among different branches so that each branch can check, or _____, the power of the other branches.
  9. The rights guaranteed to all U.S. citizens are called _____ rights.
  10. Money or property an accused person gives a court to hold as a guarantee that he or she will appear for trial
  11. When one group is treated differently than another
  12. Powers set aside by the U.S. Constitution for the states or for the people.
  13. The division between religion and government is called the _____ of church and state.
  14. The beginning of the U.S. Constitution, which describes its purposes

28 Clues: Cancel • The right to vote • Keeping things or people separate • The lawmaking branch of government • A written change to the Constitution • A refusal by the president to sign a bill • Testifying against oneself is called self-_____. • When one group is treated differently than another • The branch of government that carries out the laws • ...

Unit 3 Crossword Review 2023-09-29

Unit 3 Crossword Review crossword puzzle
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  1. Cancel
  2. The lawmaking branch of government
  3. The power of the U.S. Supreme Court to determine if a law passed by Congress or a presidential action is in accord with the Constitution is called judicial _____.
  4. The fair application of the law to one's case is called due _____ of law.
  5. The branch of government that interprets the laws and punishes lawbreakers
  6. The distribution of political power among the branches of government is called _____ of powers.
  7. A written change to the Constitution
  8. The leaders of the executive departments, who also act as advisers to the president
  9. _____ rule is a system in which the decision of more than half the people is accepted by all.
  10. Powers shared by the federal government and the states.
  11. The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution, which set forth basic rights guaranteed to all Americans is called the Bill of _____.
  12. Powers given to the federal government by the Constitution.
  13. The branch of government that carries out the laws
  14. A refusal by the president to sign a bill
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  1. A _____ tax was a special tax that had to be paid in order to vote.
  2. Keeping things or people separate
  3. Testifying against oneself is called self-_____.
  4. The power of the government to take private property for public use is called _____ domain.
  5. The words "We the People" in the Preamble reflect the principle of popular _____.
  6. The right to vote
  7. A _____ government is a system in which government powers are carefully spelled out to prevent government from becoming too powerful.
  8. In the system of checks and balances, the powers of government are balanced among different branches so that each branch can check, or _____, the power of the other branches.
  9. The rights guaranteed to all U.S. citizens are called _____ rights.
  10. Money or property an accused person gives a court to hold as a guarantee that he or she will appear for trial
  11. When one group is treated differently than another
  12. Powers set aside by the U.S. Constitution for the states or for the people.
  13. The division between religion and government is called the _____ of church and state.
  14. The beginning of the U.S. Constitution, which describes its purposes

28 Clues: Cancel • The right to vote • Keeping things or people separate • The lawmaking branch of government • A written change to the Constitution • A refusal by the president to sign a bill • Testifying against oneself is called self-_____. • When one group is treated differently than another • The branch of government that carries out the laws • ...

Law Day 2025-05-01

Law Day crossword puzzle
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  1. Stops crime
  2. What we deserve
  3. Calm and safe
  4. Law helper
  5. Starts a law
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  1. Promise of truth
  2. Law for kids
  3. Ask for justice
  4. Behind bars
  5. Not legal

10 Clues: Not legal • Law helper • Stops crime • Behind bars • Law for kids • Starts a law • Calm and safe • What we deserve • Ask for justice • Promise of truth

Unit 3 Crossword Review 2023-09-29

Unit 3 Crossword Review crossword puzzle
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  1. Cancel
  2. The lawmaking branch of government
  3. The power of the U.S. Supreme Court to determine if a law passed by Congress or a presidential action is in accord with the Constitution is called judicial _____.
  4. The fair application of the law to one's case is called due _____ of law.
  5. The branch of government that interprets the laws and punishes lawbreakers
  6. The distribution of political power among the branches of government is called _____ of powers.
  7. A written change to the Constitution
  8. The leaders of the executive departments, who also act as advisers to the president
  9. _____ rule is a system in which the decision of more than half the people is accepted by all.
  10. Powers shared by the federal government and the states.
  11. The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution, which set forth basic rights guaranteed to all Americans is called the Bill of _____.
  12. Powers given to the federal government by the Constitution.
  13. The branch of government that carries out the laws
  14. A refusal by the president to sign a bill
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  1. A _____ tax was a special tax that had to be paid in order to vote.
  2. Keeping things or people separate
  3. Testifying against oneself is called self-_____.
  4. The power of the government to take private property for public use is called _____ domain.
  5. The words "We the People" in the Preamble reflect the principle of popular _____.
  6. The right to vote
  7. A _____ government is a system in which government powers are carefully spelled out to prevent government from becoming too powerful.
  8. In the system of checks and balances, the powers of government are balanced among different branches so that each branch can check, or _____, the power of the other branches.
  9. The rights guaranteed to all U.S. citizens are called _____ rights.
  10. Money or property an accused person gives a court to hold as a guarantee that he or she will appear for trial
  11. When one group is treated differently than another
  12. Powers set aside by the U.S. Constitution for the states or for the people.
  13. The division between religion and government is called the _____ of church and state.
  14. The beginning of the U.S. Constitution, which describes its purposes

28 Clues: Cancel • The right to vote • Keeping things or people separate • The lawmaking branch of government • A written change to the Constitution • A refusal by the president to sign a bill • Testifying against oneself is called self-_____. • When one group is treated differently than another • The branch of government that carries out the laws • ...

The Canadian Law System 2021-09-27

The Canadian Law System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. If an offender wanted to make up for criminal actions against a victim, they may be organized to help them with taks, meet with them, clean for them, etc. This approach to justice is known as ________ _______.
  2. Once a bill is passed by the House of Commons, it must be approved by the ______.
  3. If a referendum were to occur, it must be approved by the House of Commons and have a clear majority. These rules are outlined by the ______ ___.
  4. The Criminal Law Amendment Act in 1968 contained various different changes on several diverse and individual topics, because of this, the bill was referred to as an ______ ____.
  5. The process in which Mary May Simon, the Governor General of Canada, must approve a bill before it becomes law.
  6. A prisoner released with 16 months remaining on their sentence may be asked to remain on _____ for 2 years.
  7. If a legislation was proposed, it would be called this before it is approved to be a law.
  8. It’s the judges job to uphold, interpret, and apply the ___.
  9. A code that outlines criminal offences and procedures in Canada.
  10. This bill of rights in our constitution ensures our basic rights and freedoms.
  11. In British Columbia, this is the highest court you could appeal to at the provincial level.
  12. If a 15 year old commited a crime, they’d receive fair judgement separate from the adult system, this is because of the _____ ________ _______ ___.
  13. A town sets their own local rules around construction and parking, the regulations they set are called ______.
  14. If you go to court and disagree with the decision, you can appeal it to a higher court, this is the final/highest court you would be able to appeal to in Canada.
  15. If two individuals or groups ran into a dispute over property, it would be dealt with by this legal system.
Down
  1. This branch of government acts independently to prevent any form of bias.
  2. In British Columbia, if you disagree with the provincial court decision, you can appeal to this court.
  3. Canada is a Constitutional Monarchy, meaning even the Monarch must abide by the country’s ____________.
  4. Programs are set up all around Canada to help the belief that inmates be brought back as useful citizens, this ideology is also known as ______________.
  5. The court is allowed to look back on previous cases to make decisions because of this law system.
  6. Even if the government and law makers broke the law, this rule ensures that they will be treated and punished by it as equally as everyone else in Canada.
  7. This clause was used by Quebec to pass Bill 101 and make French their official language.
  8. If an MP in the House of Commons that didn’t represent the executive branch of government wanted to propose law, the bill would be called this.
  9. If you're caught committing a minor crime, you may receive months of _________ instead of jail, where you must follow certain rules.
  10. The Court of BC, The Court of Alberta, The Court of Saskatchewan. These are all examples of _______ _____.

25 Clues: It’s the judges job to uphold, interpret, and apply the ___. • A code that outlines criminal offences and procedures in Canada. • This branch of government acts independently to prevent any form of bias. • This bill of rights in our constitution ensures our basic rights and freedoms. • ...

unit 4# newspaper crossword 2025-02-26

unit 4# newspaper crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This branch enforces laws
  2. This branch makes the laws
  3. Document singed in 1787 stating rights
  4. The Bill of ________ protected single rights
  5. These people wanted the articles of confederation to stay
Down
  1. What gave states voting based on population?
  2. Who lead the US in the revolutionary war?
  3. What gave fair power in congress to states?
  4. Who was the king keeping the US in a tyranny?
  5. Who was the leader in the famous rebellion against the Articles of Confederation?

10 Clues: This branch enforces laws • This branch makes the laws • Document singed in 1787 stating rights • Who lead the US in the revolutionary war? • What gave fair power in congress to states? • What gave states voting based on population? • The Bill of ________ protected single rights • Who was the king keeping the US in a tyranny? • ...

SS-10| List of Terms 2023-02-13

SS-10| List of Terms crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The Human Rights of children.
  2. When political parties cooperate to form a government.
  3. A bill of rights entrenched in the constitution of Canada.
  4. A system in which parties gain seats in proportion to the number of votes cast for them.
  5. An organization that exists to find the root of all inequality, injustice, and discrimination in BC.
  6. The political process that led to full Canadian sovereignty.
  7. A provincial law practiced in British Columbia regarding human rights.
  8. 2 parties that hold either a minority or majority of seats.
  9. Gives the right to vote for all adult citizens.
  10. The refusal to comply with certain laws or to pay taxes and fines, as a peaceful form of political protest.
  11. Canada’s final achievement of independence from Britain.
  12. A lack of interest among voters in the elections.
  13. The clause allows federal, provincial or territorial governments to temporarily override, or bypass, certain Charter rights.
Down
  1. A group of people that seeks to influence public policy on the basis of a particular common interest or concern.
  2. A system in which the winning candidate only needs one more vote than his or leading opponent to win their seat.
  3. Everyone is entitled to all the rights and freedoms set forth in this Declaration.
  4. The act that marked the birth of Canada.
  5. This Act united three of the five British North American colonies. (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Province of Canada)
  6. A political system based on the division of a country into administrative regions having partial autonomy.

19 Clues: The Human Rights of children. • The act that marked the birth of Canada. • Gives the right to vote for all adult citizens. • A lack of interest among voters in the elections. • When political parties cooperate to form a government. • Canada’s final achievement of independence from Britain. • A bill of rights entrenched in the constitution of Canada. • ...

Empowering Black Women of History 2022-02-14

Empowering Black Women of History crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Civil rights activist who refused to give up her seat on a bus for a white man.
  2. Considered to be one of the pioneers of women's basketball
  3. First African American to win a Grand Slam Title in Tennis
  4. American singer and guitarist who invented Rock & Roll.
  5. Wife of Martin Luther King Jr. and civil rights activist
  6. American Poet, memorist and civil rights activist, she recived dozens of awards and more than 50 degrees.
  7. First black women to win an Olympic gold medal
  8. American mathematician for NASA
  9. First Black Women to travel into space.
  10. First African American Women to serve as the First Lady of The United States.
Down
  1. Refused to leave a "white's-only" area of a theater in Canada and is currently on the $10 bill
  2. Escaped slavery and rescued more than 70 slaves through the Underground Railroad.
  3. Civil rights activist who played a leading role in the Little Rock Integration Crisis of 1957.
  4. American educator,writer and activist
  5. American singer, songwriter referred to as the Queen of Soul
  6. American politician and current vice president of The United States

16 Clues: American mathematician for NASA • American educator,writer and activist • First Black Women to travel into space. • First black women to win an Olympic gold medal • American singer and guitarist who invented Rock & Roll. • Wife of Martin Luther King Jr. and civil rights activist • Considered to be one of the pioneers of women's basketball • ...

The Canadian Law System 2021-09-27

The Canadian Law System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. If a referendum were to occur, it must be approved by the House of Commons and have a clear majority. These rules are outlined by the ______ ___.
  2. If you're caught committing a minor crime, you may receive months of _________ instead of jail, where you must follow certain rules.
  3. If a 15 year old commited a crime, they’d receive fair judgement separate from the adult system, this is because of the _____ ________ _______ ___.
  4. Even if the government and law makers broke the law, this rule ensures that they will be treated and punished by it as equally as everyone else in Canada.
  5. Programs are set up all around Canada to help the belief that inmates be brought back as useful citizens, this ideology is also known as ______________.
  6. If a legislation was proposed, it would be called this before it is approved to be a law.
  7. If two individuals or groups ran into a dispute over property, it would be dealt with by this legal system.
  8. Once a bill is passed by the House of Commons, it must be approved by the ______.
  9. A code that outlines criminal offences and procedures in Canada.
  10. The process in which Mary May Simon, the Governor General of Canada, must approve a bill before it becomes law.
  11. The court is allowed to look back on previous cases to make decisions because of this law system.
  12. The Criminal Law Amendment Act in 1968 contained various different changes on several diverse and individual topics, because of this, the bill was referred to as an ______ ____.
  13. The Court of BC, The Court of Alberta, The Court of Saskatchewan. These are all examples of _______ _____.
  14. This bill of rights in our constitution ensures our basic rights and freedoms.
Down
  1. In British Columbia, if you disagree with the provincial court decision, you can appeal to this court.
  2. If you go to court and disagree with the decision, you can appeal it to a higher court, this is the final/highest court you would be able to appeal to in Canada.
  3. A prisoner released with 16 months remaining on their sentence may be asked to remain on _____ for 2 years.
  4. If an offender wanted to make up for criminal actions against a victim, they may be organized to help them with taks, meet with them, clean for them, etc. This approach to justice is known as ________ _______.
  5. This clause was used by Quebec to pass Bill 101 and make French their official language.
  6. this is the highest court you could appeal to at the provincial level.
  7. If an MP in the House of Commons that didn’t represent the executive branch of government wanted to propose law, the bill would be called this.
  8. It’s the judges job to uphold, interpret, and apply the ___.
  9. This branch of government acts independently to prevent any form of bias.
  10. A town sets their own local rules around construction and parking, the regulations they set are called ______.
  11. Canada is a Constitutional Monarchy, meaning even the Monarch must abide by the country’s ____________.

25 Clues: It’s the judges job to uphold, interpret, and apply the ___. • A code that outlines criminal offences and procedures in Canada. • this is the highest court you could appeal to at the provincial level. • This branch of government acts independently to prevent any form of bias. • This bill of rights in our constitution ensures our basic rights and freedoms. • ...

Civil Rights 2024-03-20

Civil Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. James Farmer, who led the freedom riders, was from the Congress of Racial _______.
  2. The Civil Rights Act protected the _______ rights of African Americans.
  3. The March on ________ was in support of the civil rights bill.
  4. James _______ was protected by U.S. troops at the University of Mississippi.
  5. ________ over segregation broke out at the University of Mississippi.
Down
  1. The freedom riders wanted to draw attention to _______ in southern states.
  2. The Civil Rights Act allowed the government to speed desegregation in ________.
  3. One _____ that civil rights protesters used was the sit-in.
  4. Dr. Martin Luther ______ Jr. Spoke about his dream for America.
  5. Television cameras captured the _______ response to peaceful protests.

10 Clues: One _____ that civil rights protesters used was the sit-in. • The March on ________ was in support of the civil rights bill. • Dr. Martin Luther ______ Jr. Spoke about his dream for America. • ________ over segregation broke out at the University of Mississippi. • Television cameras captured the _______ response to peaceful protests. • ...

Government Vocabulary 2024-11-26

Government Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The body of law that relates to crime
  2. The power a branch has over the other two branches to prevent (keep) one branch from having too much power
  3. The branch of government that makes the law
  4. A document where the government promises to repay the amount borrowed on a certain date and to make regular interest payments until that time
  5. Actions citizens should perform but are not required under law
  6. Government’s plan for revenue and spending
  7. Something citizens must perform under penalty of law
  8. A political and administrative division of a state, providing certain local governmental services
  9. Relating to a city or town or its governing body
  10. Legal disputes between citizens, businesses, and governments
  11. Constitutional principle that recognizes people’s fundamental rights
  12. The power (check) to reject a bill passed by the legislature
  13. Constitutional principle that believes political authority comes from the people. The government is subject to the will of the people
Down
  1. Constitutional principle that divides power among different branches of government with each branch having its own responsibilities
  2. A form of government run by elected representatives under a Constitution
  3. The branch of government that enforces (executes) the law
  4. Constitutional principle when a government has people elect representatives to represent the people and make decisions in government on their behalf
  5. Document which outlines the fundamental rules, limits, and responsibilities of the government
  6. The branch of government that interprets and studies the law
  7. Basic rights protected by a Constitution
  8. The power of the Texas governor to reject “a line” or some of the provisions of a spending bill
  9. Section of the Constitution which protects individual freedoms
  10. Constitutional principle that gives each branch of government the ability to limit the power of other branches
  11. Constitutional principle that ensures that government powers are limited (restricted) by a constitution in order to protect individual rights
  12. A form of government in which power is shared between the federal, or national, government and state governments
  13. The body of law that relates to crime
  14. A change or addition to the Constitution

27 Clues: The body of law that relates to crime • The body of law that relates to crime • Basic rights protected by a Constitution • A change or addition to the Constitution • Government’s plan for revenue and spending • The branch of government that makes the law • Relating to a city or town or its governing body • Something citizens must perform under penalty of law • ...

C5S1 Crossword 2018-10-31

C5S1 Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. _________ process; rules established by courts to protect a person's rights
  2. a group of citizens who make a court decision
  3. process in which a person can become a citizen
  4. national and state governments share power
  5. __________________ action committee; a private organization who try to influence legislators
  6. Bill of _______________; first ten amendments
  7. government where the power to govern comes from the people
  8. a native or naturalized member of a country
Down
  1. one who presents legislators the views of the organization they represent
  2. _______________ of powers; power should be divided among the three branches
  3. power rests with the citizens
  4. a document that describes our rights and sets up the government
  5. ____________________ interest groups; a group of individuals interested in one particular issue
  6. ___________________ and balances; each branch of government can balance the other

14 Clues: power rests with the citizens • national and state governments share power • a native or naturalized member of a country • a group of citizens who make a court decision • Bill of _______________; first ten amendments • process in which a person can become a citizen • government where the power to govern comes from the people • ...

The Constitution 2025-12-15

The Constitution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Natural born citizen
  2. Creates laws
  3. Judge laws
  4. Introduction of Constitution
  5. Judge or magistrate
Down
  1. Process of becoming a citizen
  2. Bill of Rights
  3. The state of being
  4. Enforces laws
  5. The relation between a governed

10 Clues: Judge laws • Creates laws • Enforces laws • Bill of Rights • The state of being • Judge or magistrate • Natural born citizen • Process of becoming a citizen • Introduction of Constitution • The relation between a governed

Bill of Rights Crossword 2023-02-01

Bill of Rights Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A person has the right to a fair and speedy trial by a jury.
  2. Freedom of speech, and press.
  3. Government cannot demand excessive bail or fines.
  4. Soldiers cannot take or live in a person's house.
Down
  1. Freedom of Assembly, and the right to petition the Government.
  2. Government must follow the law due process before punishing a person.
  3. Government cannot demand any cruel and unusual punishment.
  4. Has the right to a jury trial for civil cases.
  5. The government cannot arrest a person or search their property unless there is a reason to.
  6. The right to have weapons to protect themselves.

10 Clues: Freedom of speech, and press. • Has the right to a jury trial for civil cases. • The right to have weapons to protect themselves. • Government cannot demand excessive bail or fines. • Soldiers cannot take or live in a person's house. • Government cannot demand any cruel and unusual punishment. • A person has the right to a fair and speedy trial by a jury. • ...

Bill of Rights Crossword 2025-02-28

Bill of Rights Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a type of government in which people choose leaders to act for them.
  2. the legal requirement that the state must respect a person’s legal rights and follow proper legal procedures.
  3. our national government that deals with issues that affect the entire country.
  4. to approve; to make a written document official by signing it.
Down
  1. involving noncriminal disputes about property, money, or other matters.
  2. having a negative judgment or opinion of something or someone that is not based on facts.
  3. a change to the Constitution
  4. a group of citizens who are chosen to decide the outcome of a trial.

8 Clues: a change to the Constitution • to approve; to make a written document official by signing it. • a type of government in which people choose leaders to act for them. • a group of citizens who are chosen to decide the outcome of a trial. • involving noncriminal disputes about property, money, or other matters. • ...

The Bill of Rights 2025-01-15

The Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. treating people unfairly because of what they believe
  2. to do something that harms someone else’s rights
  3. to gather together in a group
Down
  1. an agreement where someone promises something
  2. to make a formal request
  3. to say in public that you do not agree with something
  4. fair and sensible
  5. a person who holds a public office

8 Clues: fair and sensible • to make a formal request • to gather together in a group • a person who holds a public office • an agreement where someone promises something • to do something that harms someone else’s rights • to say in public that you do not agree with something • treating people unfairly because of what they believe

Bill of Rights: Amendment V 2013-04-30

Bill of Rights: Amendment V crossword puzzle
Across
  1. One of the most famous 5th Amendment Double Jeopardy Clause cases is the case of this murderer
  2. Only if the government pays this can they take your property
  3. No person can be held to answer for a _______ or otherwise infamous crime
  4. This Amendment emphasizes
  5. Made of citizens, used to indict military in this amendment
  6. An accused person cannot be this to themselves
  7. Another word for property
Down
  1. Another name for Fifth Amendment cases
  2. No one outside this can be tried for a serious crime
  3. You can't be sent to prison without this
  4. No one can be tried _____ for the same crime

11 Clues: This Amendment emphasizes • Another word for property • Another name for Fifth Amendment cases • You can't be sent to prison without this • No one can be tried _____ for the same crime • An accused person cannot be this to themselves • No one outside this can be tried for a serious crime • Made of citizens, used to indict military in this amendment • ...

Girls Inc Bill of Rights 2022-01-11

Girls Inc Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. be yourself and resist these
  2. cooperating with others, working together
  3. prepare for interesting work and economic __
  4. do this with originality and enthusiasm
  5. positive saying or quote
Down
  1. recognize your worth, accept your body
  2. community rules
  3. the activity of competing
  4. communicate what you need, stand up for you
  5. have this and be safe in the world
  6. makes perfect

11 Clues: makes perfect • community rules • positive saying or quote • the activity of competing • be yourself and resist these • have this and be safe in the world • recognize your worth, accept your body • do this with originality and enthusiasm • cooperating with others, working together • communicate what you need, stand up for you • prepare for interesting work and economic __

The Bill of Rights 2022-10-03

The Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The 2nd amendment give the right to own what?
  2. The 5th amendment says that the one person you cannot run against is ______.
  3. The 1st amendment gives all people the freedom to worship and follow whatever ______ they want.
  4. The 9th amendment states that all rights not in the Constitution are reserved to the _______.
Down
  1. The 6th amendment gives us the right to a speedy trial by who?
  2. The 4th amendment makes what needed to search?
  3. The 3rd amendment stops who from living with you without your permission?
  4. 5th amendment gives human rights to who?

8 Clues: 5th amendment gives human rights to who? • The 2nd amendment give the right to own what? • The 4th amendment makes what needed to search? • The 6th amendment gives us the right to a speedy trial by who? • The 3rd amendment stops who from living with you without your permission? • The 5th amendment says that the one person you cannot run against is ______. • ...

Bill of Rights Crossword 2023-01-31

Bill of Rights Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Soldiers cannot take or live in a person's house
  2. Government cannot demand cruel and unusual punishment
  3. Right to have weapons
  4. Government cannot arrest a person or search their property unless there is a reason to
Down
  1. Has the right to a fair and speedy trial by a jury
  2. Freedom of speech, press, assembly, and the right to petition the Gornment
  3. has the right to a jury trail for civil cases
  4. Government must follow the law due process before punishing a person

8 Clues: Right to have weapons • has the right to a jury trail for civil cases • Soldiers cannot take or live in a person's house • Has the right to a fair and speedy trial by a jury • Government cannot demand cruel and unusual punishment • Government must follow the law due process before punishing a person • ...

Bill of Rights Vocaulary 2024-03-06

Bill of Rights Vocaulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. permission
  2. complaints about unlawful or unfair actions
  3. lodged
  4. danger
Down
  1. formally request
  2. required
  3. limited beyond established boundaries
  4. established as true

8 Clues: lodged • danger • required • permission • formally request • established as true • limited beyond established boundaries • complaints about unlawful or unfair actions

Constitution & Bill of Rights 2023-10-18

Constitution & Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. given to the national government by the constitution
  2. makes laws
  3. serve for life and appointed by the president
  4. change to the constitution
Down
  1. must be ratified by three fourth of the state
  2. right to bear arms
  3. who wrote the bill of rights
  4. enforces laws

8 Clues: makes laws • enforces laws • right to bear arms • change to the constitution • who wrote the bill of rights • must be ratified by three fourth of the state • serve for life and appointed by the president • given to the national government by the constitution

Constitution & Bill of Rights 2023-10-18

Constitution & Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. given to the national government by the constitution
  2. makes laws
  3. serve for life and appointed by the president
  4. change to the constitution
Down
  1. must be ratified by three fourth of the state
  2. right to bear arms
  3. who wrote the bill of rights
  4. enforces laws

8 Clues: makes laws • enforces laws • right to bear arms • change to the constitution • who wrote the bill of rights • must be ratified by three fourth of the state • serve for life and appointed by the president • given to the national government by the constitution

Foundations of U.S. Government overview 2021-10-08

Foundations of U.S. Government overview crossword puzzle
Across
  1. ___ rights are rights that everyone should have
  2. According to this, people agreed to give up some freedom to be ruled by the government (2 words)
  3. The ______ Bill of Rights listed certain rights of English citizens and said that kings could not take them away.
  4. The first representative government in the colonies (3 words)
  5. The Mayflower Compact set up a direct democracy here
  6. In this type of government the ruler/government is not all-powerful.
  7. In this type of democracy, people choose leaders to govern for them.
Down
  1. A written agreement
  2. In this type of democracy the people govern themselves
  3. Enlightenment thinker that said people have the right to life, liberty, and property
  4. Enlightenment thinker that said the legislative power belongs to the people
  5. A group of representatives that makes laws
  6. A settlement controlled by another country
  7. When a country has a representative democracy it is called this.
  8. A government in which the people rule

15 Clues: A written agreement • A government in which the people rule • A group of representatives that makes laws • A settlement controlled by another country • ___ rights are rights that everyone should have • The Mayflower Compact set up a direct democracy here • In this type of democracy the people govern themselves • ...

Human Rights 2015-08-11

Human Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. How many rights are there
  2. What is the right to education
  3. Who made Natural law
  4. When was the Bill signed
  5. One person who went against the law
Down
  1. Who was the first to use Human rights
  2. Who signed the Bill
  3. What did Cyrus offer the slaves

8 Clues: Who signed the Bill • Who made Natural law • When was the Bill signed • How many rights are there • What is the right to education • What did Cyrus offer the slaves • One person who went against the law • Who was the first to use Human rights

Constitution and Bill of Rights 2020-09-28

Constitution and Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. first 10 ammendments of the Constitution
  2. name of one house in Congress
  3. father of the Constitution
  4. head of the executive branch
  5. what do the people give the government
  6. establishes a system of Federalism
Down
  1. makes laws
  2. how many houses in Congress
  3. means the people rule
  4. carries out laws
  5. reviews the way laws are applied

11 Clues: makes laws • carries out laws • means the people rule • father of the Constitution • how many houses in Congress • head of the executive branch • name of one house in Congress • reviews the way laws are applied • establishes a system of Federalism • what do the people give the government • first 10 ammendments of the Constitution

Citizenship and Bill of Rights 2018-12-13

Citizenship and Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. amendment that protects individuals freedom of speech, religion, press, petition, and assembly
  2. home of the president
  3. recited to show loyalty to our nation
  4. symbol of the Republican political party
  5. symbol of the Democratic political party
Down
  1. symbol of freedom given to the U.S. by France
  2. amendment that states all powers not given to the federal government go to local or state
  3. amendment that protects the right to keep and bear arms
  4. father of the Bill of Rights
  5. amendment that protects from excessive bail
  6. document that protects individual freedoms from the government

11 Clues: home of the president • father of the Bill of Rights • recited to show loyalty to our nation • symbol of the Republican political party • symbol of the Democratic political party • amendment that protects from excessive bail • symbol of freedom given to the U.S. by France • amendment that protects the right to keep and bear arms • ...

Bill of Rights by Sagal and Amy 2014-10-22

Bill of Rights by Sagal and Amy crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Freedom of speech is something allowed by this amendment.
  2. The amendment saying no excessive bails are required, and there will be no cruel and unusual punishments given.
  3. To meet or gather in groups.
  4. Domain Requires your government to pay you for taking your property for public use.
  5. The fair treatment of all people.
  6. To house someone; the ____ of soldiers
  7. Money for a guaranteed return to trial.
  8. The amendment banning quartering soldiers without consent from the homeowner.
  9. The amendment covering search and arrest rules of conduct.
  10. Jeopardy Someone cannot be tried for the same crime twice.
  11. Power is given to the states.
Down
  1. To publish newspapers, TV, radio, etc.
  2. The amendment about rights to a fair trial.
  3. Case; An argument between two people, usually about money; Amendment Seven covers this.
  4. Jury A panel between 12 and 14 people that decide if someone accused of a crime is guilty.
  5. Rights in civil cases.
  6. Unbiased.
  7. Process A fair hearing or trial.
  8. To protest the government.
  9. Differences between people in a society.
  10. A lawyer used in criminal cases.
  11. Power is given to the people if a right is not listed.
  12. The condition of everyone having the same rights and opportunities in life.
  13. The power to act, say, and do what you want.
  14. Law; Laws established by judges in past cases.
  15. You have the right to bear arms.

26 Clues: Unbiased. • Rights in civil cases. • To protest the government. • To meet or gather in groups. • Power is given to the states. • Process A fair hearing or trial. • A lawyer used in criminal cases. • You have the right to bear arms. • The fair treatment of all people. • To publish newspapers, TV, radio, etc. • To house someone; the ____ of soldiers • ...

3 Branches and Bill of Rights Review 2024-01-18

3 Branches and Bill of Rights Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the number of people on the Supreme Court
  2. This amendment gives you right to a fair jury in a civil case.
  3. This case went all the way to the Supreme Court.
  4. the group of people that work for the president
  5. What is a law as it being written and processed?
  6. the branch that meets with other leaders of other countries
  7. the group that is based on population
  8. how many years in between each Presidential election
  9. the person in a court case that facilitates the room
  10. This amendment gives everyone the right to a lawyer.
  11. what law enforcement needs to search someone or something
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  1. This amendment allows people to move from state to state if they wish
  2. all 535 members of the Legislative Branch
  3. Which building has the famous Oval Office?
  4. where the Bill of Rights and Branches were written into
  5. the branch that meets at the Capitol Building
  6. Each state has 2 people elected to this group
  7. what it means to not get put on trial for something twice
  8. where all three branches of Goverment work
  9. How many Presidents has the US had?
  10. This person sent troops to protect the Little Rock Nine.
  11. The person that is being sued is called this...
  12. the branch that interprets the Constitution

23 Clues: How many Presidents has the US had? • the group that is based on population • all 535 members of the Legislative Branch • the number of people on the Supreme Court • Which building has the famous Oval Office? • where all three branches of Goverment work • the branch that interprets the Constitution • the branch that meets at the Capitol Building • ...

The Constitution and the Bill of Rights 2023-10-13

The Constitution and the Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. main group of lawmakers for the U.S. government
  2. settled the problem by each group giving up something
  3. to officially agree or approve
  4. branch part of the government that must decide what the laws mean
  5. changes made to the Constitution
  6. branch part of the government that makes the laws
  7. figuring out the meaning
  8. relating to the main government of the United States
  9. official papers
  10. judges in a court
  11. people who advise the president on how to run the country
  12. future generations of people
  13. people sent to speak for the group
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  1. suggests someone for a position
  2. to cancel a decision
  3. person who is running for office
  4. accuse a public official of doing wrong and taking the official to court
  5. an introduction included in the Constitution
  6. branch part of the government that must carry out the laws
  7. how a president stops a bill from becoming a law
  8. Congress meeting of the lawmakers for the original 13 colonies

21 Clues: official papers • judges in a court • to cancel a decision • figuring out the meaning • future generations of people • to officially agree or approve • suggests someone for a position • person who is running for office • changes made to the Constitution • people sent to speak for the group • an introduction included in the Constitution • ...

The Bills of Rights and the constitution 2023-10-18

The Bills of Rights and the constitution crossword puzzle
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  1. speech
  2. of powers Each of the 3 branches of government have seperate and responsibillities
  3. Changed the constitution
  4. powers regulate intertate and foreign trade
  5. branch power to borrow money
  6. of assemebly United States generally cannot prohibit people from gathering together
  7. of rights outline basic rights of all citizens including the freedom of speech f
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  1. powers In a constitution suggested by necessary and proper clause
  2. wants strong federal goverment
  3. they are there to identify
  4. the sharing of power between an central and government
  5. Powers Claim Private Property for use
  6. Branch structure created by article lll of the constitutio
  7. Federalist wants weaker central government
  8. Powers Girento national government in the constitution

15 Clues: speech • Changed the constitution • they are there to identify • branch power to borrow money • wants strong federal goverment • Powers Claim Private Property for use • powers regulate intertate and foreign trade • Federalist wants weaker central government • the sharing of power between an central and government • ...

Civil War 2025-10-01

Civil War crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Blocking off ports
  2. States that left the US during the war
  3. Give up
  4. In the constitution
  5. Civil_
  6. Who fought in battle
  7. Cotton fields
  8. President during the war
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  1. Problem between sides
  2. Rebuilding
  3. Soldiers who fight on foot
  4. Fight between opposing sides
  5. States in the US during the war
  6. Withdrawing from a Union
  7. Was legal in the South
  8. Get rid of
  9. Recruiting soldiers
  10. 5 dollar bill
  11. Things given to you by law
  12. Guns used in war

20 Clues: Civil_ • Give up • Rebuilding • Get rid of • 5 dollar bill • Cotton fields • Guns used in war • Blocking off ports • In the constitution • Recruiting soldiers • Who fought in battle • Problem between sides • Was legal in the South • Withdrawing from a Union • President during the war • Soldiers who fight on foot • Things given to you by law • Fight between opposing sides • ...

foundations and political process vocab list 2012-12-11

foundations and political process vocab list crossword puzzle
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  1. ruler of great britan
  2. a member of the us electoral college
  3. In a democratic system of government the people rule
  4. managing money usally money that affects the public
  5. stated freedom of religous belifies
  6. process the action and changes that changes in politics
  7. In a representative government elect office holders
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  1. consent of governed
  2. Guaranteed the rights of englishmen
  3. established the first form of national government
  4. served as a model for the Bill of Rights
  5. established the structures of the united states government
  6. a speech at the siging of the document
  7. to make laws and conduct government on the people's behalf
  8. the people are the source of any and all government
  9. government is not all powerful
  10. The government and those who govern are bound by the law

17 Clues: consent of governed • ruler of great britan • government is not all powerful • Guaranteed the rights of englishmen • stated freedom of religous belifies • a member of the us electoral college • a speech at the siging of the document • served as a model for the Bill of Rights • established the first form of national government • ...

Unit 5: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights 2024-04-14

Unit 5: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights crossword puzzle
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  1. application of the Bill of Rights to the states on a case-by-case basis based on the 14th amendment’s Due Process Clause
  2. Over time, the SCOTUS has recognized constitutionally protected rights that are not explicitly listed or enumerated in the Bill of Rights
  3. language that harms the reputation of another
  4. restrictions such as limits on the time of day an event can be held, limits on where an event can be held, and limits on the noise levels at an event
  5. Protect individuals from discrimination based on a protected class (race, religion, ethnicity, gender, etc)
  6. written defamation
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  1. policies intended to address workplace and educational disparities related to race, ethnic origin, gender, disability, and age.
  2. Ensures that everyone suspected of committing a crime has a fair procedure in all stages of the criminal justice system
  3. censorship that happens before the expression occurs, there is a heavy presumption against this by the Court.
  4. nonverbal action that communicates an idea or belief and is protected by the 1st amendment
  5. Constitutionally established guarantees and freedoms that protect citizens, opinions, and property against arbitrary government intrusion.
  6. Judicially created rule stating that illegally seized evidence cannot be used in court
  7. spoken defamation
  8. requires accused persons to be informed of some procedural protections found the the 4th, 5th, and 6th amendments

14 Clues: spoken defamation • written defamation • language that harms the reputation of another • Judicially created rule stating that illegally seized evidence cannot be used in court • nonverbal action that communicates an idea or belief and is protected by the 1st amendment • ...

Bill Gates 2024-03-06

Bill Gates crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Bill's favorite game to play
  2. Bill Bought what branded sports car?
  3. Microsoft is a
  4. Bill Gates Wealth Status
  5. Gates family games
  6. Cofounder of
  7. What did Bill Gates promise IBM
  8. Bill got the _____ Vollum Award
  9. Bill Gates wifes name
  10. First Name of Bill's partner
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  1. What would Bill read in ELementary for fun?
  2. What did Apple accuse Microsoft for doing
  3. How many kids does Bill Gates have
  4. What did microsoft open that made Apple unhappy
  5. Bill unvaled Windows os in
  6. Where did he move to after he quit college
  7. College Bill Went to
  8. After 30 years of dropping out, what did Bill Gates finally do
  9. What age was Bill when he dropped out of Harvard to create Microsoft
  10. Moved Microsoft back where they grew up in

20 Clues: Cofounder of • Microsoft is a • Gates family games • College Bill Went to • Bill Gates wifes name • Bill Gates Wealth Status • Bill unvaled Windows os in • Bill's favorite game to play • First Name of Bill's partner • What did Bill Gates promise IBM • Bill got the _____ Vollum Award • How many kids does Bill Gates have • Bill Bought what branded sports car? • ...

Law 12 2014-10-27

Law 12 crossword puzzle
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  1. Our rights are based on.
  2. What prime minister got us the bill or rights?
  3. We have a ______ ____ system.
  4. When arrested we must______ of reason.
  5. Land use is handled by...
  6. Do we have the right to equal protection?
  7. Circumstantial evidence refers to _____ case.
  8. We have the right to enter, remain in, and_______.
  9. A treaty between two nations.
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  1. driving is handled by...
  2. Nations can defend themselves against the hostile actions of other nations.
  3. Trial within reasonable time.
  4. A treaty between several nations.
  5. The areas of the oceans which are the common property of all nations.
  6. Who had the first democracy?
  7. Who wanted the right to life and death?
  8. International matters are handled by...
  9. the freedom to gather peacefully is called?
  10. If a confession id beaten out of you the charges are...

19 Clues: driving is handled by... • Our rights are based on. • Land use is handled by... • Who had the first democracy? • Trial within reasonable time. • We have a ______ ____ system. • A treaty between two nations. • A treaty between several nations. • When arrested we must______ of reason. • Who wanted the right to life and death? • International matters are handled by... • ...

Social Justice Crossword 2023-09-21

Social Justice Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. What system deals with laws?
  2. Public school is an example of our right to _________.
  3. The right to exist is a _______ right.
  4. What is the name for the fight for female rights?
  5. We recognize Truth and __________ in late September.
  6. What is it called to provide everyone equal opportunities?
  7. What is one way to express discontent?
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  1. What is the opposite of transgender?
  2. February is _________ History Month.
  3. What month is June?
  4. What health is important aside from physical health?
  5. Viola _______ is on the Canadian $10 bill.
  6. Canadian land is _______ land.
  7. What is an advantage for one group called?
  8. Canadian Chart of Rights and ________.

15 Clues: What month is June? • What system deals with laws? • Canadian land is _______ land. • What is the opposite of transgender? • February is _________ History Month. • The right to exist is a _______ right. • Canadian Chart of Rights and ________. • What is one way to express discontent? • Viola _______ is on the Canadian $10 bill. • What is an advantage for one group called? • ...

Unit 11 2023-08-15

Unit 11 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. purpose district gov designed for a special purpose..like MARTA
  2. what good citizens do
  3. legislature in GA called the General Assembly
  4. two house legislature (House and Senate)
  5. branch of government that makes laws
  6. state constitution a plan of government for a society
  7. placing limits on the powers of each branch of government
  8. cast your opinion about a candidate
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  1. largest part of the constitution
  2. branch of government that carries out the laws
  3. branch of government that interprets the laws
  4. written changes in the constitution
  5. first paragraph of Constitution
  6. of powers the division of power among three branches of government
  7. what citizens are granted like free speech, religion, assembly
  8. election in Ga you're required to be 18, a US citizen, &a state resident
  9. of rights first 10 amendments to the constitution
  10. government municipality, funded through taxes but not personal taxes
  11. government responsible for imposing SPLOST tax

19 Clues: what good citizens do • first paragraph of Constitution • largest part of the constitution • written changes in the constitution • cast your opinion about a candidate • branch of government that makes laws • two house legislature (House and Senate) • branch of government that interprets the laws • legislature in GA called the General Assembly • ...

Unit 11 2023-08-15

Unit 11 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. purpose district gov designed for a special purpose..like MARTA
  2. what good citizens do
  3. legislature in GA called the General Assembly
  4. two house legislature (House and Senate)
  5. branch of government that makes laws
  6. state constitution a plan of government for a society
  7. placing limits on the powers of each branch of government
  8. cast your opinion about a candidate
Down
  1. largest part of the constitution
  2. branch of government that carries out the laws
  3. branch of government that interprets the laws
  4. written changes in the constitution
  5. first paragraph of Constitution
  6. of powers the division of power among three branches of government
  7. what citizens are granted like free speech, religion, assembly
  8. election in Ga you're required to be 18, a US citizen, &a state resident
  9. of rights first 10 amendments to the constitution
  10. government municipality, funded through taxes but not personal taxes
  11. government responsible for imposing SPLOST tax

19 Clues: what good citizens do • first paragraph of Constitution • largest part of the constitution • written changes in the constitution • cast your opinion about a candidate • branch of government that makes laws • two house legislature (House and Senate) • branch of government that interprets the laws • legislature in GA called the General Assembly • ...

CHAPTER 2 CITIZENSHIP AND GOOD GOVERNANCE 2019-09-30

CHAPTER 2 CITIZENSHIP AND GOOD GOVERNANCE crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a mark or character used as a conventional representation of an object, function, or process, e.g. the letter or letters standing for a chemical element or a character in musical notation.
  2. a group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common.
  3. to or characteristic of soldiers or armed forces
  4. which is morally correct, just, or honorable
  5. to the government or the public affairs of a country
  6. to economics or the economy.
  7. RIGHTS- are rights that believe it is important for all animals or even living beings to have out of natural law.
  8. piece of cloth or similar material, typically oblong or square, attachable by one edge to a pole or rope and used as the symbol or emblem of a country or institution or as a decoration during public festivities.
  9. a pole used for flying a flag
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  1. advisory, deliberative, or legislative body of people formally constituted and meeting regularly.
  2. required, permitted, or enacted by statute.
  3. to an established set of principles governing a state.
  4. RIGHTS- the rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality.
  5. raise (something) by means of ropes and pulleys.
  6. having a firm basis in reality and therefore important, meaningful, or considerable.
  7. OF RIGHTS-the first ten amendments to the US Constitution, ratified in 1791 and guaranteeing such rights as the freedoms of speech, assembly, and worship.
  8. legally recognized subject or national of a state or commonwealth, either native or naturalized.
  9. a television series, film, or novel characterized by detailed, realistic treatment of professional procedures, especially police procedures.
  10. the action or manner of governing.
  11. the system of rules which a particular country or community recognizes as regulating the actions of its members and which it may enforce by the imposition of penalties

20 Clues: to economics or the economy. • a pole used for flying a flag • the action or manner of governing. • required, permitted, or enacted by statute. • which is morally correct, just, or honorable • raise (something) by means of ropes and pulleys. • to or characteristic of soldiers or armed forces • to the government or the public affairs of a country • ...

Bill of Rights - The First 10 Amendments 2022-10-10

Bill of Rights - The First 10 Amendments crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the right to practice any religion of your choice.
  2. The right to a fair and speedy trial.
  3. A person judged not guilty cannot be put on trial again for the same crime.
  4. any power not delegated to the federal government is reserved to the states.
  5. the right to the steps in a criminal proceeding.
  6. freedom of speech, religion, press, petition, and assembly.
  7. Rights that must be read when questioned and taken into custody.
  8. Juries must be fair and ...
  9. The accused has a the right to a ___ under the 6th Amendment.
  10. Prohibits the government from establishing an official religion.
  11. determines if there is enough evidence to convict someone and put on trial.
  12. No quartering of soldiers.
  13. officers must have in order to obtain a search warrant from a judge.
  14. the rights of the accused.
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  1. right to take away private property for public use.
  2. banning printed materials or films merely because they contain alarming or offensive ideas
  3. Under the 5th Amendment, the accused may choose to not testify against themselves. This is also know as protection form ...
  4. the right to keep and bear arms and to have a well regulated militia.
  5. The process of one party suing another party.
  6. The first 10 Amendments of the Constitution.
  7. a person judged not guilty cannot be put on trial again for the same crime.
  8. harming a person's reputation by printing lies about him or her
  9. sum of money used as a security deposit to allow an accused person to remain free until the trial.
  10. The right to a jury in a civil suit over the amount of $20.
  11. No cruel and unusual punishment.
  12. allows police to search a suspect's home or business
  13. The people have more rights than what is just listed in the Bill of Rights
  14. Lies that are spoken to hurt or harm someone.

28 Clues: No quartering of soldiers. • the rights of the accused. • Juries must be fair and ... • No cruel and unusual punishment. • The right to a fair and speedy trial. • The first 10 Amendments of the Constitution. • The process of one party suing another party. • Lies that are spoken to hurt or harm someone. • the right to the steps in a criminal proceeding. • ...

Bill of Rights_ 2022-09-28

Bill of Rights_ crossword puzzle
Across
  1. bans quartering
  2. rights to fair trial
  3. freedom of speech, press, petition, religion, assembly
  4. "I plead the _____"
  5. right to jury trial in civil cases
  6. cant charge twice for the same crime
  7. search and _____
  8. apply's to the first amendment
  9. right to bear arms and form state militias
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  1. a case that does NOT involve criminal conduct
  2. ensures states rights
  3. right to bear _____
  4. federal law ______ state law
  5. soldiers can't make someones house their home
  6. guarantees rights to the people
  7. bans search and seizure
  8. fundamental principal
  9. exposing yourself to the crime you committed
  10. cases with crimes such as murder or homicide
  11. bans excessive bail and punishment

20 Clues: bans quartering • search and _____ • right to bear _____ • "I plead the _____" • rights to fair trial • ensures states rights • fundamental principal • bans search and seizure • federal law ______ state law • apply's to the first amendment • guarantees rights to the people • right to jury trial in civil cases • bans excessive bail and punishment • cant charge twice for the same crime • ...

President James Madison 2019-02-18

President James Madison crossword puzzle
Across
  1. paper
  2. feet four inches
  3. president
  4. of 1812
Down
  1. of Virginia
  2. of State
  3. Madison
  4. of the Bill of Rights

8 Clues: paper • Madison • of 1812 • of State • president • of Virginia • feet four inches • of the Bill of Rights

Diagnostic Government Crossword Puzzle 2024-09-05

Diagnostic Government Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The ____ of Representatives is part of the legislative branch of government
  2. Washington D.C. is the ________ of the United States
  3. The Judicial Branch has a Supreme one of these
  4. What every citizen should do during elections
  5. Number of amendments in the Bill of Rights
  6. Leader of the executive branch
  7. If convicted of a crime, you are _______
  8. Freedom of speech amendment
  9. States are usually divided into these
  10. A bill hopes to become this someday
  11. This cabinet department runs the military
  12. Another name for the legislative branch
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  1. The president's top 15 advisors
  2. Where the president lives
  3. This document is the highest form of law in the United States
  4. Number of Supreme Court justices
  5. The country is divided into these
  6. United States of _____
  7. Person who presides over the court
  8. This pays for the government to run
  9. The thirteenth amendment outlawed this
  10. There are two of these congressional members from each state

22 Clues: United States of _____ • Where the president lives • Freedom of speech amendment • Leader of the executive branch • The president's top 15 advisors • Number of Supreme Court justices • The country is divided into these • Person who presides over the court • This pays for the government to run • A bill hopes to become this someday • States are usually divided into these • ...

Chapter 5: Legislative Branch 2023-12-11

Chapter 5: Legislative Branch crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Type of vote where representatives must publicly announce their vote.
  2. Number of representatives PA has in the House.
  3. "Lower House"
  4. To create law.
  5. Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution details all of the basic powers of Congress, also called the ________ Powers.
  6. The CURRENT President of the Senate.
  7. City where the Pennsylvania Congress meets.
  8. The President of the Port Allegany Borough Council.
  9. The Chamber that holds a trial after a President has been impeached.
  10. Nickname given to the types of projects where Congressmen are trying to get as much money as possible spent in and for their districts--often seen as wasteful.
  11. Members of Congress have limited _________ from legal prosecution.
  12. After how many days does a bill become law if the President ignores it?
  13. Party that CURRENTLY has the majority control in the US Senate.
  14. The current Speaker of the House.
  15. __________ privilege; Congress' ability to send mail for free.
  16. Our Representative (in McKean County) in the US House of Representatives (15th District).
  17. Talking a bill to death to delay a vote from ever happening.
  18. Congress cannot pass this type of law, which goes back in time to punish people.
Down
  1. Title given to the head of a committee.
  2. A person that is represented by a member of Congress.
  3. Vote that needs 60 people to kill a filibuster.
  4. Bill Clinton was impeached for what crime?
  5. If Congress doesn't give the POTUS 10 days to think about a bill he can invoke and use this rarely used veto.
  6. The Implied Powers of Congress is more commonly referred to as the ___________ ___________, which allows them to stretch their authority when it's truly necessary.
  7. Reshaping district lines (often oddly) to increase the voting strength of one party over another.
  8. Our representative in the PA House of Representatives.
  9. A completely unrelated amendment or addition to a bill (other than an earmark).
  10. Congress cannot suspend your criminal rights unless in a time of invasion or rebellion...what Latin phrase is the technical name for your criminal rights?
  11. Group within Congress that has a specific job or responsibility of creating laws within their field of expertise.
  12. PA's newest and junior Democratic Senator.
  13. To put a member of the government on trial for a wrongdoing and possibly remove them from office.
  14. Legislative body that creates rules/laws for Port Allegany.
  15. Title given to the legislative members in PA's townships (like Annin or Liberty).
  16. Number of representatives each state gets in the Senate.
  17. When a President rejects a bill.
  18. How many years is a term of office for a Senator?
  19. Considered the "upper house."
  20. How old must you be to be a Senator?
  21. Current Republican Minority leader in the Senate.
  22. Party that CURRENTLY controls the House of Representatives.

40 Clues: "Lower House" • To create law. • Considered the "upper house." • When a President rejects a bill. • The current Speaker of the House. • The CURRENT President of the Senate. • How old must you be to be a Senator? • Title given to the head of a committee. • Bill Clinton was impeached for what crime? • PA's newest and junior Democratic Senator. • ...

It's My Right! What Do you know About Rights? 2018-08-28

It's My Right! What Do you know About Rights? crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A person who lives and belongs in a country
  2. Not being hurt or taken away
  3. To keep something from being in danger
  4. of Rights A list of rights that is part of the Constitution
  5. Something a person does because it is good or right
  6. Something is right and good for everyone
  7. Something that all people have and keeps things fair
  8. When people vote and winner is chosen
  9. A set of rules made by leaders that people must follow
  10. To make a choice for or against someone or something
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  1. A document that was written in 1789 that gives and protects a citizen's rights
  2. officer a person who keeps people safe and makes sure laws are followed
  3. A change to the laws in the Constitution
  4. A paper asking for support for a change that people sign
  5. To meet as a group in one place
  6. Something that is or is not allowed

16 Clues: Not being hurt or taken away • To meet as a group in one place • Something that is or is not allowed • When people vote and winner is chosen • To keep something from being in danger • A change to the laws in the Constitution • Something is right and good for everyone • A person who lives and belongs in a country • Something a person does because it is good or right • ...

Vocab Crossword 2021-01-06

Vocab Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. believed in natural rights- life, liberty and property; strongest influence on Thomas Jefferson, who wrote natural rights into the Declaration of Independence
  2. supporters of the new Constitution who believed in a strong central government with limited government and checks and balances
  3. 3rd president of the United States and author of the Declaration of Independence; he did not take part in writing the Constitution because he was in France at the time. He was a strong advocate for the addition of a Bill of Rights
  4. out the other powers listed in Article I
  5. Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 of the Constitution that gives Congress the right to pass all laws “necessary and proper” to
  6. first plan of government adopted in the United States after the revolution; it was a loose association of states with no authority to tax, no national army, and no chief executive
  7. chosen to preside at the Constitutional Convention; he later became the first president of the United States; he set precedent by stepping down after two terms and initiating a peaceful transition of power
  8. division of the powers in our government among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches; no one branch has too much power
  9. government attempts to control all facets of the lives of its citizens
  10. “father of the Constitution” and fourth president of the United States; essential to the writing and ratification of the Constitution; he also wrote the first 10 amendments to the Constitution that were ratified as the Bill of Rights
  11. the government is not all powerful; its powers are limited, and the acts of the government are those willed by the people constitution were written
  12. in order for man to live in groups, he must give up some of his freedom to the government in exchange for protection of his natural rights
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  1. French writer who introduced the idea of separation of powers and checks and balances to prevent one part of government from becoming too powerful
  2. first ten amendments to the Constitution, added by the first Congress in 1791; protects the civil rights and liberties of the people
  3. the distribution of power between the national government and the states within a union
  4. group of people who feared the new government created by Constitution; gave too much power to the national government at the expense of individual rights
  5. king/queen controls all aspect of life: social, economic, and political
  6. explains the purposes of the Constitution, and defines the powers of the new government as originating from the people of the United States
  7. considered intelligent and decisive, he was a leading supporter of the Constitution and helped write the Federalist Papers
  8. compromise between slave states and free states to count three-fifths of the slave population in a state when allocating how many representatives a state was entitled to in the House of Representatives
  9. each branch of government is subject to a number of constitutional restraints, or checks, by the other branches so no single branch becomes too powerful

21 Clues: out the other powers listed in Article I • government attempts to control all facets of the lives of its citizens • king/queen controls all aspect of life: social, economic, and political • the distribution of power between the national government and the states within a union • ...

government terms 2021-01-14

government terms crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Believed in natural rights- life, liberty, and property; the strongest influence on Thomas Jefferson, who wrote natural rights into the Declaration of Independence
  2. Fupporters of the new Constitution who believed in a strong central government with limited
  3. Chose to preside at the Constitutional Convention; he later became the first president of the United States; he set precedent by stepping down after two terms and initiating a peaceful transition of power
  4. Government is defined by law and serves the people; the law is above everyone and it applies to everyone, whether ruler or the ruled
  5. Explains the purposes of the Constitution and defines the powers of the new government as
  6. The distribution of power between the national government and the states within a union
  7. Government attempts to control all facets of the lives of its citizens
  8. Compromise reached in writing the Constitution to satisfy both small and large states by having one house of Congress with an equal number of representatives for each state and the other house’s membership determined by a state’s population
  9. and checks and balances
  10. rights and liberties of the people
  11. First ten amendments to the Constitution, added by the first Congress in 1791; protects the
  12. King/queen controls all aspect of life: social, economic, and political – oftentimes tied to the divine right of kings (authority from God)
  13. Group of people who feared the new government created by the Constitution; gave too much power to the national government at the expense of individual rights
  14. Considered intelligent and decisive, he was a leading supporter of the Constitution and helped write the Federalist Papers
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  1. 3rd president of the United States and author of the Declaration of Independence; did not take part in writing the Constitution because he was in France at the time. He was a strong advocate for the addition of a Bill of Rights
  2. Type of democracy based on the protection of individual rights from the tyranny of the majority and on the consent of the governed to establish political authority
  3. Powers saved for the states in our system of federalism, guaranteed in the 9th Amendment to the Constitution
  4. from the people of the United States
  5. First plan of government adopted in the United States after the revolution; it was a loose association of states with no authority to tax, no national army, and no chief executive
  6. “Father of the Constitution” and fourth president of the United States; essential to the writing and ratification of the Constitution; he also wrote the first 10 amendments to the Constitution that were ratified as the Bill of Rights
  7. Power is held at the national level, with very little power being held in political subdivisions, such as provinces, states, counties, parishes, or tow
  8. The government is not all-powerful; its powers are limited, and the acts of the government are those willed by the people Constitution were written
  9. The citizens have political authority and are bound by social contract to obey laws with their rights guaranteed by a constitution; citizens willingly subordinate their private, selfish interests to the common good

23 Clues: and checks and balances • rights and liberties of the people • from the people of the United States • Government attempts to control all facets of the lives of its citizens • The distribution of power between the national government and the states within a union • Explains the purposes of the Constitution and defines the powers of the new government as • ...

Constitution Crossword 2026-01-03

Constitution Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Sovereignty The People hold the power
  2. Branch Makes laws
  3. Additions to the Constitution
  4. Making the Constitution law
  5. Governmental. No one is above the law
  6. Rights. Everyone has a sGod-given given liberties.
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  1. Powers are divided between the local state and national
  2. Introduction of tConstitutionion
  3. of Rights First ten amendments
  4. of Powers Government is divided into groups with a specific purpose

10 Clues: Branch Makes laws • Making the Constitution law • Additions to the Constitution • Introduction of tConstitutionion • of Rights First ten amendments • Sovereignty The People hold the power • Governmental. No one is above the law • Rights. Everyone has a sGod-given given liberties. • Powers are divided between the local state and national • ...

Final for Government Crossword 2023-05-17

Final for Government Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. What protects the rights of a person accused of crimes?
  2. The Bills of Rights are the first ____ Amendments.
  3. What our government is based off of.
  4. Holds together the state through law and social order.
  5. Type of government between the state, national, and local.
  6. This is needed to create a balanced amount of liberty.
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  1. The need for a stronger government caused the end of this.
  2. What country has a Representative Democracy?
  3. What's the name of the state that developed a compromise?
  4. Who believed the vote should not be won by popular vote?
  5. Who believed we needed a Bill of Rights?

11 Clues: What our government is based off of. • Who believed we needed a Bill of Rights? • What country has a Representative Democracy? • The Bills of Rights are the first ____ Amendments. • Holds together the state through law and social order. • This is needed to create a balanced amount of liberty. • What protects the rights of a person accused of crimes? • ...

Government Crossword Puzzle 2024-12-09

Government Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The upper chamber of congress in the US
  2. The highest court in the judicial branch.
  3. A balance of power system to prevent abuse.
  4. A structured system of officials and administrators.
  5. The process of choosing representatives or leaders.
  6. A set of principles or plans guiding decisions.
  7. A person with rights and duties under a government.
  8. A formal change or addition to the Constitution.
  9. The act of imposing taxes.
  10. Proposed laws introduced in a legislature.
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  1. A system of government by the whole population or eligible members
  2. A division of power between central and regional governments.
  3. A system where citizens elect representatives to govern on their behalf.
  4. A body of advisors to the President.
  5. Laws or regulations passed by a governing body.
  6. The founding document of the United States
  7. The two chambers of the U.S. legislative branch.
  8. The head of the government branch responsible for implementing laws.
  9. The branch responsible for interpreting laws.
  10. The leader's power to reject a bill.
  11. rules enforced by the government

21 Clues: The act of imposing taxes. • rules enforced by the government • A body of advisors to the President. • The leader's power to reject a bill. • The upper chamber of congress in the US • The highest court in the judicial branch. • The founding document of the United States • Proposed laws introduced in a legislature. • A balance of power system to prevent abuse. • ...

Bill of Rights Crossword 2023-02-03

Bill of Rights Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A person has the right to a fair and speedy trial by a jury.
  2. Freedom of religion, speech, and press.
  3. Government cannot demand excessive bail or fines.
  4. Soldiers cannot take or live in a person's home.
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  1. Freedom of assembly, and the right to petition the government.
  2. Government must follow the law due process before punishing a person.
  3. Government cannot demand cruel and unusual punishment.
  4. Has the right to a jury trial for civil cases.
  5. The government cannot arrest a person or search their property unless there is a reason to.
  6. The right to have weapons to protect themselves.

10 Clues: Freedom of religion, speech, and press. • Has the right to a jury trial for civil cases. • The right to have weapons to protect themselves. • Soldiers cannot take or live in a person's home. • Government cannot demand excessive bail or fines. • Government cannot demand cruel and unusual punishment. • A person has the right to a fair and speedy trial by a jury. • ...

Bill of Rights Crossword 2023-01-31

Bill of Rights Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Soldiers cannot take or live in a person's house
  2. Government cannot demand cruel and unusual punishment
  3. Right to have weapons
  4. Government cannot arrest a person or search their property unless there is a reason to
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  1. Has the right to a fair and speedy trial by a jury
  2. Freedom of speech, press, assembly, and the right to petition the Gornment
  3. has the right to a jury trail for civil cases
  4. Government must follow the law due process before punishing a person

8 Clues: Right to have weapons • has the right to a jury trail for civil cases • Soldiers cannot take or live in a person's house • Has the right to a fair and speedy trial by a jury • Government cannot demand cruel and unusual punishment • Government must follow the law due process before punishing a person • ...

foundations and political process vocab list 2012-12-11

foundations and political process vocab list crossword puzzle
Across
  1. established the first form of national government
  2. process the action and changes that changes in politics
  3. ruler of great britan
  4. Guaranteed the rights of englishmen
  5. In a democratic system of government the people rule
  6. to make laws and conduct government on the people's behalf
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  1. managing money usally money that affects the public
  2. established the structures of the united states government
  3. a speech at the siging of the document
  4. stated freedom of religous belifies
  5. In a representative government elect office holders
  6. served as a model for the Bill of Rights
  7. a member of the us electoral college
  8. consent of governed
  9. the people are the source of any and all government
  10. government is not all powerful
  11. The government and those who govern are bound by the law

17 Clues: consent of governed • ruler of great britan • government is not all powerful • stated freedom of religous belifies • Guaranteed the rights of englishmen • a member of the us electoral college • a speech at the siging of the document • served as a model for the Bill of Rights • established the first form of national government • ...

foundations and political process vocab list 2012-12-11

foundations and political process vocab list crossword puzzle
Across
  1. government is not all powerful
  2. a speech at the siging of the document
  3. established the structures of the united states government
  4. served as a model for the Bill of Rights
  5. Guaranteed the rights of englishmen
  6. established the first form of national government
  7. consent of governed
  8. In a representative government elect office holders
  9. The government and those who govern are bound by the law
  10. managing money usally money that affects the public
  11. a member of the us electoral college
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  1. stated freedom of religous belifies
  2. process the action and changes that changes in politics
  3. to make laws and conduct government on the people's behalf
  4. the people are the source of any and all government
  5. In a democratic system of government the people rule
  6. ruler of great britan

17 Clues: consent of governed • ruler of great britan • government is not all powerful • stated freedom of religous belifies • Guaranteed the rights of englishmen • a member of the us electoral college • a speech at the siging of the document • served as a model for the Bill of Rights • established the first form of national government • ...

foundations and political process vocab list 2012-12-11

foundations and political process vocab list crossword puzzle
Across
  1. ruler of great britan
  2. a member of the us electoral college
  3. established the first form of national government
  4. Guaranteed the rights of englishmen
  5. established the structures of the united states government
  6. In a representative government elect office holders
  7. process the action and changes that changes in politics
  8. The government and those who govern are bound by the law
  9. served as a model for the Bill of Rights
  10. the people are the source of any and all government
Down
  1. government is not all powerful
  2. a speech at the siging of the document
  3. stated freedom of religous belifies
  4. In a democratic system of government the people rule
  5. managing money usally money that affects the public
  6. consent of governed
  7. to make laws and conduct government on the people's behalf

17 Clues: consent of governed • ruler of great britan • government is not all powerful • stated freedom of religous belifies • Guaranteed the rights of englishmen • a member of the us electoral college • a speech at the siging of the document • served as a model for the Bill of Rights • established the first form of national government • ...

US government crossword puzzle 2022-04-22

US government crossword puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The ______ of the Virginia Company of London gave the colonists permission to go to the "new world."
  2. The First amendment acronym.
  3. What branch is in the Third article of the Constitution?
  4. Thomas Payne wrote the book, ________________. (two words)
  5. There are 27 _______ to the US Constitution.
  6. Who were the colonists declaring independence from?
  7. The first 10 amendments to the US Constitution. (three words)
  8. Fill in the blank: Life, Liberty, and the __________________. (three words)
  9. The Virginia ________ of Rights served as a model for the Bill of Rights.
  10. The Articles of __________ led to the writing of the US Constitution.
  11. One problem of the Articles of Confederation was that they did not have the power to ____.
  12. In 1776, the ________ convention was where the declaration of independence was written.
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  1. What year did the colonists declare independence? (write the year in number form)
  2. What document gives the current structure of our government? (two words)
  3. The Declaration of Independence stated all of our ____________ rights.
  4. Who wrote the Virginia Declaration of Rights? (two words)
  5. The "break-up letter" with England is the declaration of __________.
  6. In 1776, the ________ convention was where the declaration of independence was written.
  7. This stated that the king has to follow his own laws. (two words)
  8. “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created __________…”
  9. The Virginia Stature of ____________ Freedom was written by Thomas Jefferson.

21 Clues: The First amendment acronym. • There are 27 _______ to the US Constitution. • Who were the colonists declaring independence from? • What branch is in the Third article of the Constitution? • Who wrote the Virginia Declaration of Rights? (two words) • Thomas Payne wrote the book, ________________. (two words) • ...

Beginning of Government 2018-03-19

Beginning of Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. First state to ratify the Constitution
  2. George__ wrote the VA Declaration of Rights
  3. Branch that executes the law.
  4. Number of states that had to agree to the Constitution
  5. Plan that favored proportional representation.
  6. The national govt. could not _ under the A of I.
  7. Papers that began circulating to explain the Constitution.
  8. Branch that decides if laws are constitutional.
  9. The house of representatives is based on the _ of the state
  10. Thomas _ wrote the Va Statute for Religious Freedom
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  1. Leaders decided not to _ the Articles of Confederation.
  2. Plan that favored equal representation.
  3. The Bill of Rights are the first 10 _ to the Constitution.
  4. Place where the Constitutional Convention was held.
  5. 2 representatives per state.
  6. The Articles of Confederation gave _ vote, regardless of size.
  7. Law making branch of government.
  8. The Articles of Confederation provided no common _.

18 Clues: 2 representatives per state. • Branch that executes the law. • Law making branch of government. • First state to ratify the Constitution • Plan that favored equal representation. • George__ wrote the VA Declaration of Rights • Plan that favored proportional representation. • Branch that decides if laws are constitutional. • The national govt. could not _ under the A of I. • ...

Beginning of Government 2018-03-19

Beginning of Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The Articles of Confederation gave _ vote, regardless of size.
  2. The Bill of Rights are the first 10 _ to the Constitution.
  3. Plan that favored equal representation.
  4. Number of states that had to agree to the Constitution
  5. Plan that favored proportional representation.
  6. Place where the Constitutional Convention was held.
  7. Branch that decides if laws are constitutional.
  8. First state to ratify the Constitution
  9. Thomas _ wrote the Va Statute for Religious Freedom
  10. George__ wrote the VA Declaration of Rights
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  1. 2 representatives per state.
  2. Branch that executes the law.
  3. Papers that began circulating to explain the Constitution.
  4. Law making branch of government.
  5. The national govt. could not _ under the A of I.
  6. The house of representatives is based on the _ of the state
  7. The Articles of Confederation provided no common _.
  8. Leaders decided not to _ the Articles of Confederation.

18 Clues: 2 representatives per state. • Branch that executes the law. • Law making branch of government. • First state to ratify the Constitution • Plan that favored equal representation. • George__ wrote the VA Declaration of Rights • Plan that favored proportional representation. • Branch that decides if laws are constitutional. • The national govt. could not _ under the A of I. • ...

Democratic Concepts 2021-10-19

Democratic Concepts crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Citizens right to exercise personal freedoms as long as they are harmless
  2. The side with the biggest amount of supporters will also be the side with the most power
  3. All members of a government should have equal rights
  4. Majority rule was first practiced in ____
  5. Americans are entitled to a speedy and public ____
  6. ______ to citizenship for non-citizens
  7. People deserve to be treated ethically and with respect
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  1. People belonging to a minority deserve the same fair treatment
  2. This bill protects citizens' individual freedoms
  3. Creating government with three ____ with equal power encourages compromise
  4. One way to become a citizen is to hold a ____ card
  5. All men are ____ equal
  6. Being a citizen and having certain responsibilities and rights
  7. Finding the middle ground
  8. Minority rights are protected by the first ____
  9. Only American citizens can ____

16 Clues: All men are ____ equal • Finding the middle ground • Only American citizens can ____ • ______ to citizenship for non-citizens • Majority rule was first practiced in ____ • Minority rights are protected by the first ____ • This bill protects citizens' individual freedoms • One way to become a citizen is to hold a ____ card • ...

Progressive Era Crossword 2023-02-03

Progressive Era Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Restricted immigration from China
  2. Allowed voters to cast direct votes for U.S. senators
  3. Regulated land rights on tribal territories in the U.S.
  4. democracy the electorate decides on policy
  5. the process of becoming a U.S. citizen
  6. Characterized as corruption, bribery, extortion, and nepotism
  7. Women’s suffrage
  8. Took power from monopolies, trusts and big corporations
  9. Alcohol prohibition
  10. Regulated the railroad industry
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  1. Withdrawing someone from office
  2. Regulated food and drug industry
  3. rights the practice of safeguarding
  4. Congress’ power to make and collect taxes on incomes
  5. Controls politics of an area
  6. A vote by the electorate on a single issue
  7. of goods and services
  8. A petition to propose an amendment to the constitution
  9. Granted people 160 acres
  10. limitation of prospective immigrants who may be admitted annually
  11. a draft of a proposed law presented to parliament for discussion

21 Clues: Women’s suffrage • Alcohol prohibition • of goods and services • Granted people 160 acres • Controls politics of an area • Withdrawing someone from office • Regulated the railroad industry • Regulated food and drug industry • Restricted immigration from China • the process of becoming a U.S. citizen • rights the practice of safeguarding • ...

Introduction to Human Rights 2020-12-08

Introduction to Human Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. should involve all people regardless of status
  2. the person or office that has a claim to a particular right(s)
  3. the enjoyment of one right depends on the other
  4. international instrument on non-discrimination of women
  5. Human rights apply to all everywhere
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  1. African bill of women’s rights
  2. all rights should apply equally to everyone
  3. rights cannot be taken away
  4. the person or office that bears responsibility to fulfil rights

9 Clues: rights cannot be taken away • African bill of women’s rights • Human rights apply to all everywhere • all rights should apply equally to everyone • should involve all people regardless of status • the enjoyment of one right depends on the other • international instrument on non-discrimination of women • the person or office that has a claim to a particular right(s) • ...

Georgia Government 2025-04-21

Georgia Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Changes or additions made to the Constitution.
  2. The head of Georgia’s executive branch.
  3. The introduction to the Georgia Constitution.
  4. The section of the Georgia Constitution that lists freedoms and protections.
  5. One of the three principles in Georgia’s Pledge of Allegiance.
  6. People who have rights and responsibilities under the Georgia Constitution.
  7. A system that prevents one branch of government from becoming too powerful.
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  1. A small group in the General Assembly that reviews bills before they go to vote.
  2. The division of government into three branches.
  3. Parts of the executive branch that carry out programs and enforce laws.
  4. A principle from the Georgia flag representing fairness and law.
  5. Freedoms like speech and religion guaranteed in the Bill of Rights.
  6. A key responsibility of Georgia citizens aged 18 and older.
  7. A principle in the Georgia Pledge representing good decision-making.
  8. Georgia’s legislative branch made up of the Senate and House of Representatives.

15 Clues: The head of Georgia’s executive branch. • The introduction to the Georgia Constitution. • Changes or additions made to the Constitution. • The division of government into three branches. • A key responsibility of Georgia citizens aged 18 and older. • One of the three principles in Georgia’s Pledge of Allegiance. • ...

Crossword Puzzle 2025-12-19

Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Rights Rights that guarantee equal treatment under the law.
  2. The forced separation of people based on race.
  3. The right to vote.
  4. A form of government in which citizens elect representatives to make laws for them.
  5. A complaint or reason for dissatisfaction, especially against a government.
  6. Government A government whose power is restricted by laws and a constitution.
  7. The movement to end slavery.
  8. A change or addition to the Constitution.
  9. of Powers The division of government into three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial.
  10. Destiny The belief that the United States was meant to expand westward.
  11. A system of government in which power comes from the people, usually through voting.
  12. Union An organization formed by workers to protect their rights and interests.
  13. A movement that emphasized reason, natural rights, and individual freedom.
  14. of Independence The document in which the American colonies declared independence from Great Britain in 1776.
  15. A written plan that explains how a government is organized and what powers it has.
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  1. Rights Rights that cannot be taken away, such as life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
  2. Contract An agreement in which people give up some freedom in exchange for protection by the government.
  3. A formal agreement between nations.
  4. A system of government in which power is shared between the national government and state governments.
  5. Unfair treatment of people based on characteristics like race or gender.
  6. of Rights The first ten amendments to the Constitution that protect individual freedoms.
  7. Refusing to buy goods or services as a form of protest.
  8. and Balances A system that prevents any one branch of government from becoming too powerful.
  9. To withdraw formally from an organization or country.
  10. The act of freeing enslaved people.
  11. Sovereignty The idea that government gets its power from the consent of the people.
  12. The growth of factories and machines in an economy.
  13. A major change in government, often involving violence.

28 Clues: The right to vote. • The movement to end slavery. • A formal agreement between nations. • The act of freeing enslaved people. • A change or addition to the Constitution. • The forced separation of people based on race. • The growth of factories and machines in an economy. • To withdraw formally from an organization or country. • ...

Constitution crossword 2024-12-17

Constitution crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. (The foundation of America)
  2. (The branch that judges the laws)
  3. of power (There is this between three branches)
  4. of rights (First ten amendments
  5. (The founding fathers established this)
  6. (The branch that is led by the president)
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  1. (Also known as freedom)
  2. (The branch that makes laws)
  3. (Rules made by the government)
  4. (A power that the government has no control over)

10 Clues: (Also known as freedom) • (The foundation of America) • (The branch that makes laws) • (Rules made by the government) • of rights (First ten amendments • (The branch that judges the laws) • (The founding fathers established this) • (The branch that is led by the president) • of power (There is this between three branches) • (A power that the government has no control over)

The bill of rights 2023-11-28

The bill of rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. prevents the government from making laws that regulate establishment
  2. rights to criminal prosecutions
  3. send or authorize to do something as a representative.
Down
  1. protects people from unreasonable searches
  2. continue to have
  3. sets the stage for constitution
  4. right to bear arms and regulated militia
  5. no state at all shall make or enforce any law

8 Clues: continue to have • rights to criminal prosecutions • sets the stage for constitution • right to bear arms and regulated militia • protects people from unreasonable searches • no state at all shall make or enforce any law • send or authorize to do something as a representative. • prevents the government from making laws that regulate establishment

The Bill of Rights 2024-11-12

The Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. To be stationed or logged in a specified place
  2. The amendment that gives the accused the right to a speedy public trial
  3. The amendment that gives people the right to bear arms.
Down
  1. To actively break the terms of a law, agreement, etc.
  2. The amendment that gives people the freedom of no retrial if found innocent
  3. State authoritatively or as a rule should be carried out
  4. The amendment that gives freedom of speech
  5. The amendment that ensures no cruel and unusual punishments

8 Clues: The amendment that gives freedom of speech • To be stationed or logged in a specified place • To actively break the terms of a law, agreement, etc. • The amendment that gives people the right to bear arms. • State authoritatively or as a rule should be carried out • The amendment that ensures no cruel and unusual punishments • ...

The Bill of Rights 2025-04-02

The Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. to make known officially or publicly
  2. a state of disorder due to absence or nonrecognition of authority or other controlling systems.
  3. enough
  4. an act of putting forward or stating something for consideration
  5. the government gets its authority from the citizens and cannot do anything without the people's consent.
Down
  1. form of government has a constitution and citizens elect representatives to Congress.
  2. Delegates and citizens who supported the new Constitution
  3. Those who supported the Articles of Confederation

8 Clues: enough • to make known officially or publicly • Those who supported the Articles of Confederation • Delegates and citizens who supported the new Constitution • an act of putting forward or stating something for consideration • form of government has a constitution and citizens elect representatives to Congress. • ...

Government Notebooking Vocab 2018-07-08

Government Notebooking Vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. refers to the national government
  2. _____ party
  3. Officials chosen by the President as advisers and leaders of departments in the Executive Branch
  4. branch of government that carries out the laws
  5. a person who was against the new U.S. Constitution and a strong national government
  6. reserved powers in the Constitution are left to the individual _____
  7. checks and _____
  8. Constitutional _____
  9. a change or addition to the Constitution
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  1. Three-_____ Compromise
  2. branch of government that decides the meaning of laws
  3. _____ of Rights
  4. ratify means to officially _____
  5. an economic condition when prices rise very quickly
  6. a written plan of government
  7. a delegate is chosen to _____ others
  8. a ceremony held when a newly-elected President takes office
  9. a person who supported a strong national government and was in favor of adopting the Constitution
  10. branch of government that passes laws
  11. Articles of _____
  12. _____ of powers
  13. the power of the President to reject a bill from Congress

22 Clues: _____ party • _____ of Rights • _____ of powers • checks and _____ • Articles of _____ • Constitutional _____ • Three-_____ Compromise • a written plan of government • ratify means to officially _____ • refers to the national government • a delegate is chosen to _____ others • branch of government that passes laws • a change or addition to the Constitution • ...

Civics Elementary Crossword 2025-05-12

Civics Elementary Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. leader of the United states
  2. procedure of removing a political official
  3. a recognized member of the U.S.
  4. group of people that work for the president
  5. the first ten amendments to the constitution
  6. how long a political official can stay in office
  7. when two opposing parties work together to find common ground
  8. branch of government that has the courts and judges
Down
  1. someone who represents a group of people
  2. system that prevents one part of the government from having too much power
  3. system of government where the power rests with the people
  4. power to reject a bill
  5. rights that all citizens have
  6. a law that's proposed
  7. a person who trys to influence the government on behalf of an interest group
  8. various divisions that run a large government
  9. a fee the government charges citizens and buisnesses
  10. group of people who hear a court case
  11. rule enforced by the government
  12. the legislative branch of government that includes the senate and house of representatives

20 Clues: a law that's proposed • power to reject a bill • leader of the United states • rights that all citizens have • a recognized member of the U.S. • rule enforced by the government • group of people who hear a court case • someone who represents a group of people • procedure of removing a political official • group of people that work for the president • ...

US Constitution 2025-11-13

US Constitution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. wanted a strong central government
  2. the process of officially approving the constitution
  3. speech, religion, press, assembly
  4. Article 1
  5. to change the constitution
  6. the first three words of the constitution
  7. total number of amendments in the constitution
  8. Article 3
  9. president can deny a bill passed by congress and send it back to them
  10. compromise between northern and southern states over slavery and representation in the new government
  11. no cruel or unusual punishment
  12. the opening introduction to the constitution
  13. first 10 amendments in the constitution
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  1. showed the power of the mew federal government under the constitution
  2. "father of the constitution"
  3. Washington's secretary of state
  4. presiding officer of the Constitutional Convention in 1787
  5. proved the Articles of Confederation were too weak
  6. wanted a bill of rights in the constitution
  7. president's chief advisors
  8. Washington's secretary of the treasury
  9. major weakness of the Articles of Confederation
  10. right to bear arms
  11. first vice president
  12. Article 2

25 Clues: Article 1 • Article 3 • Article 2 • right to bear arms • first vice president • president's chief advisors • to change the constitution • "father of the constitution" • no cruel or unusual punishment • Washington's secretary of state • speech, religion, press, assembly • wanted a strong central government • Washington's secretary of the treasury • first 10 amendments in the constitution • ...

logans crossword 2014-11-17

logans crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. commander of the Continental army
  2. the amount of people that have been to the moon
  3. Pennsylvania state house known today as
  4. composed of rights for the people
  5. amount of presidents there have bin
  6. amount of states there are in the U.S
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  1. my answer to life
  2. the answer to life
  3. home of the Deceleration of Independence
  4. wants strong state power
  5. states that people under arrest must be brought before a judge
  6. stated trial by jury
  7. written in the Pennsylvanian state house
  8. wants limited state power
  9. amount of delegates that were at the constitutional convention

15 Clues: my answer to life • the answer to life • stated trial by jury • wants strong state power • wants limited state power • commander of the Continental army • composed of rights for the people • amount of presidents there have bin • amount of states there are in the U.S • Pennsylvania state house known today as • home of the Deceleration of Independence • ...

Unit 2 MCAP Review 2024-11-18

Unit 2 MCAP Review crossword puzzle
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  1. The beginning and the goal of the Constitution
  2. The city where delegates met to fix the Articles of Confederation and end up replacing it instead.
  3. One of the main anti-federalists and the third President
  4. Where states have more power than the national government
  5. The idea that the US should stay out of foreign wars
  6. Two houses that make laws as part of a compromise for the New Jersey and Virginia Plan
  7. A group that demanded the Bill of Rights be added to the Constitution
  8. The rebellion where farmers got upset and mercenaries put it down.
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  1. The rebellion where farmers got upset but the army and George Washington puts it down.
  2. The second president and a key Federalist
  3. The first ten amendments to the Constitution
  4. A group of advisors for presidents
  5. The political _____ that Washington warned America about when leaving office
  6. The amount of terms that Washington (and many others) served
  7. Where national and state governments share power
  8. A group of people who wanted to pass the Constitution Think Hamilton,Jay, and Madison
  9. An ordinance that was the Confederation's greatest achievement with self-government, the banning of slavery and a Bill of Rights
  10. The act under Adams that made it harder for immigrants to become citizens
  11. The act under Adams that made it possible to jail people who disagreed with Adams and Federalists.

19 Clues: A group of advisors for presidents • The second president and a key Federalist • The first ten amendments to the Constitution • The beginning and the goal of the Constitution • Where national and state governments share power • The idea that the US should stay out of foreign wars • One of the main anti-federalists and the third President • ...

Legislative Branch Crossword 2021-09-11

Legislative Branch Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. the period of time each year when Congress meets
  2. a person given certain rights,duties and privileges because s/he was born in or chose to live in a certain place
  3. to bring a meeting to an end
  4. to refuse to accept
  5. a part of the constitution that gives congress power to make laws
  6. to announce that a person is leaving a job
  7. to limit
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  1. a smaller part of standing committee
  2. to control or direct
  3. a suggested new law
  4. An indirect of a bill by the president not acting on it
  5. lasting a long time or forever
  6. To drop the charges of a crime
  7. a period of time something lasts
  8. a charge of wrongful conduct of a public official

15 Clues: to limit • a suggested new law • to refuse to accept • to control or direct • to bring a meeting to an end • lasting a long time or forever • To drop the charges of a crime • a period of time something lasts • a smaller part of standing committee • to announce that a person is leaving a job • the period of time each year when Congress meets • ...

Unit 1: The Nations Beginnings 2022-09-21

Unit 1: The Nations Beginnings crossword puzzle
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  1. The two-house legislature solution to the issue of representation.
  2. The first ten amendments to the Constitution.
  3. The 15th amendment established that all ____ can vote.
  4. The Bill of Rights was added because the _______ didn't believe the Constitution protected individual rights.
  5. The 14th amendment established _______ for blacks.
  6. Shared power between federal and state governments.
  7. According to the Declaration of Independence power comes from the _______ of the people
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  1. Rights that cannot be taken away
  2. He is credited with writing the Declaration of Independence
  3. The Supreme Court ruled against him claiming that being in a free territory didn't make a slave free.
  4. An organization created to help newly freed slaves get food and education.
  5. Plessy v. Ferguson ruled that ________ was constitutional
  6. War between the Union and Confederacy.
  7. The ________ amendment abolished slavery.

14 Clues: Rights that cannot be taken away • War between the Union and Confederacy. • The ________ amendment abolished slavery. • The first ten amendments to the Constitution. • The 14th amendment established _______ for blacks. • Shared power between federal and state governments. • The 15th amendment established that all ____ can vote. • ...

Ch 1.5 & 2.5 (Enlightenment & American Identity Grows) 2021-08-11

Ch 1.5 & 2.5 (Enlightenment & American Identity Grows) crossword puzzle
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  1. Wife of the new King, William of Orange.
  2. This leg of the Triangular Trade for slaves was called the _____ Passage
  3. A form of government where you elect representatives to govern for you.
  4. This means growing just enough food to live on.
  5. This brought slaves to America.
  6. This King was forced to sign the Magna Carta
  7. This ancient civilization came up with the Republic.
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  1. This is another word for farming and was what the colonial economy was based on.
  2. The English _____ of Rights said that laws would now be made by Parliament not the King.
  3. The title of Chapter 1, Lesson 5.
  4. Tobacco, Indigo and Rice are all examples of this type of crop.
  5. This document, signed in 1215, was the first to limit the rights of the King.
  6. This city was the largest and the most diverse in the Middle Colonies (abbrev.)
  7. Where most New Englanders made their living from.
  8. He said the job of government was to protect your rights (last name)
  9. The king that was overthrown by Parliament in the Glorious Revolution.
  10. One of your three natural rights, according to John Locke.
  11. They did most of the hard labor in the South.
  12. This means the law should apply to everyone equally
  13. Montesquieu said the government should be broken into three of these.

20 Clues: This brought slaves to America. • The title of Chapter 1, Lesson 5. • Wife of the new King, William of Orange. • This King was forced to sign the Magna Carta • They did most of the hard labor in the South. • This means growing just enough food to live on. • Where most New Englanders made their living from. • This means the law should apply to everyone equally • ...

Unit 3 Review Guide for U.S History 2018-04-24

Unit 3 Review Guide for U.S History crossword puzzle
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  1. Police can't search you and your property without a warrant
  2. Right to do process of law
  3. States in rights in power
  4. State Principle
  5. Power by the people
  6. Each state has equal representation
  7. President
  8. Separating Bodies
  9. Promoter of the U.S Constitution and founding father
  10. The right to bear arms
  11. Formal consent to a treaty or agreement
  12. No soldier can live in your home without your permission
  13. Limitation by law
  14. Equal Power
  15. Speedy trial, fair jury, and attorney if wanted
  16. Vested in the people
  17. Court Systems
  18. Right to trial by jury in civil case
  19. Freedom of expression
  20. Proposed three branches
  21. Opposing federal government vs strong federal government
  22. House of Representatives
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  1. Rights are not limited to the Bill of Rights
  2. 5 Free Men = 3 Slaves
  3. One vote for every state
  4. Process to create amendment
  5. Delegate of the U.S Constitutional Convention of 1787
  6. Uprising against economic and civil rights injustices
  7. Constitution of the original 13 colonies
  8. Punishment for crimes are not excessive, cruel or unusual
  9. Freedom to act, work, think and behave
  10. 1st president of the U.S
  11. Collection of articles promoting the ratification of the U.S Constitution
  12. 4th president of the U.S
  13. Founding father and 2nd governor of NY
  14. Henry "Give me liberty, or give me death!"

36 Clues: President • Equal Power • Court Systems • State Principle • Separating Bodies • Limitation by law • Power by the people • Vested in the people • 5 Free Men = 3 Slaves • Freedom of expression • The right to bear arms • Proposed three branches • One vote for every state • 1st president of the U.S • 4th president of the U.S • House of Representatives • States in rights in power • ...

Government Vocabulary 2021-11-15

Government Vocabulary crossword puzzle
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  1. Arms To carry a gun. In the second amendment to the Constitution, we have the right to bear arms.
  2. Constitution The Constitution is the framework for the federal government of the United States. It is the highest form of law in the country. The Constitution creates the branches of government and gives them the power to govern. However, it also protects the citizens of the United States and guarantees their basic rights.
  3. a moral or legal entitlement to have or obtain something or to act in a certain way.
  4. To study or examine something to find out what it is or what makes it work.
  5. "Miranda warning" refers to the constitutional requirement that once an individual is in custody by the police, there are certain warnings a police officer is required to give to that individual.
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  1. An amendment is a change or addition to the Constitution. The first 10 amendments are known as the Bill of Rights.
  2. The highest federal court in the US, consisting of nine justices and taking judicial precedence over all other courts in the nation.
  3. Something done or said that may serve as an example or rule to authorize or justify a subsequent act of the same kind
  4. Newspapers, magazines, news channels, podcasts any other news media. the first amendment right of newspapers,magazines, etc., to report news without being controlled by the government.
  5. of Rights The Bill of Rights is the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution. These amendments guarantee essential rights and civil liberties, such as the freedom of religion, the right to free speech, the right to bear arms, trial by jury as well as reserving rights to the people and the states.

10 Clues: To study or examine something to find out what it is or what makes it work. • a moral or legal entitlement to have or obtain something or to act in a certain way. • Arms To carry a gun. In the second amendment to the Constitution, we have the right to bear arms. • ...

Rights and Responsibilities 2019-09-13

Rights and Responsibilities crossword puzzle
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  1. something a person can do or have and that keeps things fair
  2. To make a choice for or against someone or something
  3. A rule made by leaders that people must follow
  4. A group of leaders who make laws
  5. of Rights A list of rights that is part of the Constitution
  6. A document that gives and protects a citizen's rights
  7. Something is right and good for everyone
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  1. Something a person should do
  2. A person who guides other people
  3. To keep someone or something from being in danger
  4. A person who lives and belongs in a country
  5. Not being hurt or taken away

12 Clues: Something a person should do • Not being hurt or taken away • A person who guides other people • A group of leaders who make laws • Something is right and good for everyone • A person who lives and belongs in a country • A rule made by leaders that people must follow • To keep someone or something from being in danger • To make a choice for or against someone or something • ...

Texas Constitution 2022-10-14

Texas Constitution crossword puzzle
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  1. Job is to persuade lawmakers to pass laws that support their cause
  2. Type of government Texas has
  3. Bill of rights, outlines branches of government, describes powers of government & amendments are all found in the _________.
  4. Municipal, County, & Special Districts
  5. Freedoms needed for our society
  6. Governor's power to say no to a bill
  7. Purpose of this principle was to meet the many needs of all citizens.
  8. Which branch is in charge of the revenue & expenditure,and proposes bills?
  9. income, or money received.
  10. what level of government affects our everyday life
  11. Highest court
  12. Add to document to adapt to changing times
  13. The law of the land
  14. Expenses, or money being spent.
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  1. a group of people seeking to advance their views on a public issue
  2. Two house legislature
  3. Their purpose is to nominate and elect candidates into government positions.
  4. Who has the power of education, set driving age, and provide driving license?
  5. Who can coin money?
  6. A city or town with a government
  7. Commander-in-chief of state military

21 Clues: Highest court • Who can coin money? • The law of the land • Two house legislature • income, or money received. • Type of government Texas has • Freedoms needed for our society • Expenses, or money being spent. • A city or town with a government • Governor's power to say no to a bill • Commander-in-chief of state military • Municipal, County, & Special Districts • ...

Beginning of Government 2018-03-19

Beginning of Government crossword puzzle
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  1. Branch that executes the law.
  2. George__ wrote the VA Declaration of Rights
  3. Plan that favored proportional representation.
  4. Plan that favored equal representation.
  5. First state to ratify the Constitution
  6. The house of representatives is based on the _ of the state
  7. The Articles of Confederation provided no common _.
  8. Papers that began circulating to explain the Constitution.
  9. The national govt. could not _ under the A of I.
  10. Number of states had to agree to the Constitution
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  1. Place where the Constitutional Convention was held.
  2. Law making branch of government.
  3. The Bill of Rights are the first 10 _ to the Constitution.
  4. Thomas _ wrote the Va Statute for Religious Freedom
  5. The Articles of Confederation gave _ vote, regardless of size.
  6. Branch that decides if laws are constitutional.
  7. 2 representatives per state.
  8. Leaders decided not to _ the Articles of Confederation.

18 Clues: 2 representatives per state. • Branch that executes the law. • Law making branch of government. • First state to ratify the Constitution • Plan that favored equal representation. • George__ wrote the VA Declaration of Rights • Plan that favored proportional representation. • Branch that decides if laws are constitutional. • The national govt. could not _ under the A of I. • ...

Georgia Government 2025-04-21

Georgia Government crossword puzzle
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  1. Changes or additions made to the Constitution.
  2. The head of Georgia’s executive branch.
  3. The introduction to the Georgia Constitution.
  4. The section of the Georgia Constitution that lists freedoms and protections.
  5. One of the three principles in Georgia’s Pledge of Allegiance.
  6. People who have rights and responsibilities under the Georgia Constitution.
  7. A system that prevents one branch of government from becoming too powerful.
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  1. A small group in the General Assembly that reviews bills before they go to vote.
  2. The division of government into three branches.
  3. Parts of the executive branch that carry out programs and enforce laws.
  4. A principle from the Georgia flag representing fairness and law.
  5. Freedoms like speech and religion guaranteed in the Bill of Rights.
  6. A key responsibility of Georgia citizens aged 18 and older.
  7. A principle in the Georgia Pledge representing good decision-making.
  8. Georgia’s legislative branch made up of the Senate and House of Representatives.

15 Clues: The head of Georgia’s executive branch. • The introduction to the Georgia Constitution. • Changes or additions made to the Constitution. • The division of government into three branches. • A key responsibility of Georgia citizens aged 18 and older. • One of the three principles in Georgia’s Pledge of Allegiance. • ...

O'Hara Crossword 2021-03-02

O'Hara Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. the courts make up the
  2. a change to the bill of rights
  3. having power split up across the gov. evenly
  4. founding father on broadway
  5. document that said states should decide on slavery
  6. a weaker precursor to the constitution
  7. a collection of 85 papers on why to ratify the constitution
  8. the senate and the house make up the
  9. antifederalist who signed things too large
  10. the list of citizens most important rights
  11. first used the idea of a dual seated congress.
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  1. antifederalist who wanted liberty or death
  2. type of gov. where the national and state powers are split.
  3. to pass a document or law into use
  4. the right to reject an idea or proposal
  5. people who opposed the constitution
  6. the president and his cabinet makes up the
  7. to remove the president or a leader from office
  8. the document containing how to govern the country
  9. 4th president

20 Clues: 4th president • the courts make up the • founding father on broadway • a change to the bill of rights • to pass a document or law into use • people who opposed the constitution • the senate and the house make up the • a weaker precursor to the constitution • the right to reject an idea or proposal • antifederalist who wanted liberty or death • ...

U.S History EOC Review 2016-04-19

U.S History EOC Review crossword puzzle
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  1. amendment the right of 18 year olds to vote
  2. amendment gave women the right to vote
  3. amendment created a graduated income tax
  4. amendment Required states to give citizenship to all citizens born in the United States and gave other basic civil rights
  5. Bill of Rights Foundation for American government for freedoms such as freedom speech and trial by jury
  6. of Confederation Document, which formed the first government of the U.S. near the end of the American Revolution. States had more power than the national government.
  7. Papers Essays written by James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and John Jay to support the ratification of the Constitution.
  8. Constitution a document outlining the basic form and rules of the U.S. government
  9. Carta Major ideas found in the U.S. Constitution of limiting the power to tax and right to a fair trial
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  1. of Versailles Treaty that ended World War 1. Was extremely harsh on Germany.
  2. amendment ended poll taxes
  3. amendment provided direct election of senators
  4. amendment gave African American men the right to vote
  5. Amendment gave freedom to the slaves in all of the states.
  6. Points Peace plan issued by Wilson that called for freedom of the seas, reduction of armaments, and end to secret diplomacy. Important part was the creation of the League of Nations a national peace organization
  7. of Independence Written mostly by Jefferson to list the grievances against Great Britain and to declare independence from Great Britain
  8. of Rights First ten amendments to the constitution guaranteeing individual liberties and due process
  9. Doctrine Declaration by Truman to economically assist and country fighting Communism after World War 2. The declaration marked the beginning of the Containment Policy

18 Clues: amendment ended poll taxes • amendment gave women the right to vote • amendment created a graduated income tax • amendment the right of 18 year olds to vote • amendment provided direct election of senators • amendment gave African American men the right to vote • Amendment gave freedom to the slaves in all of the states. • ...

Final Project Crossword Alex Fernandes 2022-01-07

Final Project Crossword Alex Fernandes crossword puzzle
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  1. The day the president and members of congress are elected
  2. who determines how the constitution in interpreted
  3. Who appoints judges to the supreme court
  4. A formal agreement between countries
  5. the person who represents the state's views at a national convention
  6. where a bill is sent to be studied in detail
  7. rights people are born with
  8. the government collects more money then it spends
  9. biggest branch of government
  10. Money raised by the government in taxes
  11. the government spends more money then it collects
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  1. rights that cannot be taken away
  2. a legislature that is composed of two houses
  3. a change/revision to the constitution
  4. a signed agreement
  5. what is the goal of forign aid
  6. Beginning of the constitution
  7. A plan for how the government spends it's money
  8. How old you have to be to vote
  9. how many people rule in a monarchy and dictatorship

20 Clues: a signed agreement • rights people are born with • biggest branch of government • Beginning of the constitution • what is the goal of forign aid • How old you have to be to vote • rights that cannot be taken away • A formal agreement between countries • a change/revision to the constitution • Money raised by the government in taxes • Who appoints judges to the supreme court • ...

Lousiana CAP Challenge 2021-05-11

Lousiana CAP Challenge crossword puzzle
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  1. freedom of speech amendment
  2. democratic party mascot
  3. voting age
  4. a person who brings something to court
  5. republican party mascot
  6. delaying legislation with long speeches
  7. count of population every 10 years
  8. republican candidate 2020
  9. democratic candidate 2020
  10. environmentalist political party
  11. dividing voting districts unfairly
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  1. branch that includes the president
  2. father of the constitution
  3. number of senators per state
  4. branch made up of national courts
  5. branch that makes laws
  6. republican party acronym
  7. amount of amendments in the bill of rights
  8. free from party affiliation or bias
  9. government by the people

20 Clues: voting age • branch that makes laws • democratic party mascot • republican party mascot • republican party acronym • government by the people • republican candidate 2020 • democratic candidate 2020 • father of the constitution • freedom of speech amendment • number of senators per state • environmentalist political party • branch made up of national courts • ...