bill of rights Crossword Puzzles

Government Study Guide 2026-01-21

Government Study Guide crossword puzzle
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  1. Branch that enforces laws
  2. Branch responsible for lawmaking
  3. Outlines the government
  4. Govt comes from the people
  5. US government
  6. To change
  7. To deny
  8. Two house legislature
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  1. Branch that interprets laws
  2. Highest court in the land
  3. One house legislature
  4. Allows Citizens to create new laws
  5. Head of state Executive Branch
  6. Allows Citizens to vote on laws passed
  7. Principle worthy of achieving
  8. An idea for a law
  9. Power held by the public

17 Clues: To deny • To change • US government • An idea for a law • One house legislature • Two house legislature • Outlines the government • Power held by the public • Highest court in the land • Branch that enforces laws • Govt comes from the people • Branch that interprets laws • Principle worthy of achieving • Head of state Executive Branch • Branch responsible for lawmaking • ...

FINAL EXAM REVIEW 2020-12-05

FINAL EXAM REVIEW crossword puzzle
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  1. One of 8 states, sometimes 6, that determine the Presidency
  2. LIKE A BARSTOOL, TESTS FOR RELIGION MUST PASS THIS MANY HURDLES
  3. I INCLUDE SPEECH, RELIGION, AND ASSEMBLY
  4. NUMBER OF PILLARS IN THE TEST FOR PORNOGRAPHY
  5. THE LOWEST LEVEL OF JUDICIAL SCRUTINY
  6. A BROKEN CAR OR A TEST FOR RELIGIOUS ESTABLISHMENT
  7. unlike its counterpart, this religious activity means WHAT not HOW
  8. changing one of these can intentionally or unintentionally change the result
  9. NEED PROTECTION OF THE GOVERNMENT
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  1. A GOOD ARGUMENT OR ‘interest’ for a law
  2. this “Dangerous “ test was developed by Oliver Wendell Holmes in Schenke
  3. THE FREEDOM TO PRACTICE YOUR RELIGION
  4. the rule for evidence in all 4th amendment cases
  5. NEED PROTECTION FROM THE GOVERNMENT
  6. THIS AMENDMENT ALLOWS THE RIGHTS IN THE BILL OF RIGHTS TO APPLY TO STATE ACTION
  7. this amendment contains the right to bear arms
  8. a type of speech, perhaps on a tshirt?
  9. the imminent lawless action test comes from this case.
  10. JUSTICE KNOWN FOR INTERMEDIATE SCRUTINY
  11. a way to measure public opinion
  12. A COMMON LAST NAME OR A TEST FOR OBSCENITY
  13. A FORM OF UNPROTECTED SPEECH
  14. RACE IS SUBJECT TO THIS LEVEL OF SCRUTINY

23 Clues: A FORM OF UNPROTECTED SPEECH • a way to measure public opinion • NEED PROTECTION OF THE GOVERNMENT • NEED PROTECTION FROM THE GOVERNMENT • THE FREEDOM TO PRACTICE YOUR RELIGION • THE LOWEST LEVEL OF JUDICIAL SCRUTINY • a type of speech, perhaps on a tshirt? • A GOOD ARGUMENT OR ‘interest’ for a law • JUSTICE KNOWN FOR INTERMEDIATE SCRUTINY • ...

Constitutional themed 2024-09-17

Constitutional themed crossword puzzle
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  1. fighters
  2. Rights
  3. Rights
  4. States
  5. Liberty
  6. Government
Down
  1. balance
  2. Justice
  3. Welfare
  4. sovereignty

10 Clues: Rights • Rights • States • balance • Justice • Welfare • Liberty • fighters • Government • sovereignty

Ch.9: The Jefferson Years (pgs. 305-329) 2023-12-12

Ch.9: The Jefferson Years (pgs. 305-329) crossword puzzle
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  1. British captured American ships/sailors and forced them to serve in their Navy
  2. Harrison led an attack on Tecumseh's confederacy
  3. restricted commerce with other nations
  4. taxes on imported/exported goods
  5. his poem became the national anthem of the US
  6. power to invalidate a law the Court deems is unconstitutional
  7. led expedition to find a water route to the Pacific Ocean
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  1. defeated British on Lake Erie
  2. led an attack against Tecumseh during Battle of Tippecanoe
  3. protection of individual rights/freedoms in the Bill of Rights
  4. reduced number of justices on Supreme Court
  5. Shawnee chief who fought for Native American lands
  6. poem that became our national anthem
  7. legal document
  8. killed Alexander Hamilton in a pistol duel
  9. Americans who favored war
  10. France transferred land to the US/doubled size of US
  11. goes against the Constitution

18 Clues: legal document • Americans who favored war • defeated British on Lake Erie • goes against the Constitution • taxes on imported/exported goods • poem that became our national anthem • restricted commerce with other nations • killed Alexander Hamilton in a pistol duel • reduced number of justices on Supreme Court • his poem became the national anthem of the US • ...

Georgia Studies p.1 Kai Matsushita 2018-08-09

Georgia Studies p.1 Kai Matsushita crossword puzzle
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  1. narrowing down to two candidates
  2. constitution of Georgia
  3. Tar, Rosin, etc
  4. Protects coast from hurricanes
  5. Average weather per year
  6. a direct vote by people
  7. a subdivision for a county for elections
  8. Refuse to sign bill
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  1. intro to constitution
  2. ways other branches can keep power down
  3. first ten rights
  4. division of power
  5. head of local government
  6. big change in height of land
  7. not tied to party
  8. in the constitution, rules to follow

16 Clues: Tar, Rosin, etc • first ten rights • division of power • not tied to party • Refuse to sign bill • intro to constitution • constitution of Georgia • a direct vote by people • head of local government • Average weather per year • big change in height of land • Protects coast from hurricanes • narrowing down to two candidates • in the constitution, rules to follow • ...

Congress 2021-01-14

Congress crossword puzzle
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  1. An order from the House Rules Committee that permits a bill to be mended on the legislative floor
  2. gave people the right to vote for their senators directly
  3. total number of senators
  4. minimum number of years of citizenship to become a senator
  5. Granted citizenship and equal civil and legal rights to african americans and slaves who had been emancipated after the civil war
  6. amendments that don't really have any relation to a bill but are added and "ride" through the congress
  7. Rule used by the Senate to end or limit debate
  8. the small groups that each house is divided up by to specialize in different parts of the law
  9. person represented by a legislator or other elected official
  10. Districts in which incumbents win by margins of 55 percent or more
  11. certain traits or experience required to qualify for something
  12. the lower house of the US congress
  13. A bill that has a lot of riders
  14. total number of
  15. everyone in agreement
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  1. the second chamber in the bicameral legislature of a major political unit
  2. minimum age to
  3. in the house of representatives
  4. process in which committee or subcommittee considers and revises a bill that has been introduced
  5. A senator informing their floor leader that they do not wish a particular bill or other measure to reach the floor for consideration
  6. an important US supreme court case
  7. how often the US census is done
  8. a procedure to keep the Senate going during a filibuster
  9. an action that obstructs progress in a legislative assembly while not technically contravening the required procedures
  10. number of senators each state gets
  11. The minimum number of congress members who must be present for business to be conducted in Congress
  12. length of term in the senate

27 Clues: minimum age to • total number of • everyone in agreement • total number of senators • length of term in the senate • in the house of representatives • how often the US census is done • A bill that has a lot of riders • an important US supreme court case • number of senators each state gets • the lower house of the US congress • Rule used by the Senate to end or limit debate • ...

U.S. Constitution Crossword puzzle 2024-09-17

U.S. Constitution Crossword puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. documents separation from british rule
  2. branch of government responsible for making laws
  3. author of the declaration of independence
  4. of rights number of amendments guaranteeing basic rights
  5. group of people that elects the president
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  1. principle of dividing governmental powers
  2. branch of government responsible for interpreting laws
  3. "we the people" signifies this concept
  4. number of articles in the constitution
  5. amendment) freedom of speech religion, press, etc are protected by this

10 Clues: "we the people" signifies this concept • number of articles in the constitution • documents separation from british rule • principle of dividing governmental powers • author of the declaration of independence • group of people that elects the president • branch of government responsible for making laws • branch of government responsible for interpreting laws • ...

Vocab Puzzle 2017-09-29

Vocab Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. / To reject a proposed law or bill.
  2. crop / Crops, such as tobacco, sugar, and cotton, raised in large quantities in order to be sold for profit.
  3. of rights / A formal listing of the basic rights of citizens.
  4. / A government order that stops merchant ships from leaving or entering a country's port
  5. / The unjust use of government power.
  6. / A country governed by elected representatives.
  7. / A formal, written request.
  8. / To formally approve a plan or an agreement.
  9. / To withdraw from an organization or alliance.
  10. / A policy of avoiding political of military agreements.
  11. / African Americans who had been set free from slavery.
  12. / To refuse to recognize a federal law.
  13. / A policy of not choosing sides in a war or dispute between other countries.
  14. / The birth and growth of businesses that make and distribute products through the use of machinery.
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  1. / A formal agreement between nations.
  2. / The constitution system that shares power between the national and state governments.
  3. / A written plan that provides the basic framework of a government.
  4. / To refuse to buy one or more goods from a certain source.
  5. / The crime of encouraging rebellion against the government.
  6. / The enforcement of laws that control conducts or practices.
  7. / A tax imposed by the government on goods imported from another country.
  8. / Professional soldier who is fights for anyone who will pay them.
  9. / A person who flees or tries to escape.
  10. / People who have come from other countries and are not yet citizens

24 Clues: / A formal, written request. • / To reject a proposed law or bill. • / A formal agreement between nations. • / The unjust use of government power. • / To refuse to recognize a federal law. • / A person who flees or tries to escape. • / To formally approve a plan or an agreement. • / To withdraw from an organization or alliance. • ...

FNDC - Bill of Rights (01/19/21) 2021-01-19

FNDC - Bill of Rights (01/19/21) crossword puzzle
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  1. What the police need to search your house
  2. Where the inauguration occurs
  3. January 20 for Joe Biden
  4. First Amendment right to say what you think
  5. Prevents Congress from making a national religion
  6. No search and seizure
  7. Slang for when someone refuses to testify in their own trial (hint: amendment #)
  8. Will become first female VP
  9. In Wisconsin v Yoder this group won
  10. Who administers oath of office to new president
  11. Joe Biden's new residence
  12. author of the Constitution
  13. powers not listed are reserved to states
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  1. group who supported the new Constitution in 1787
  2. JFK and Joe Biden will be the only two Presidents of this religion
  3. Can't be put on trial twice for the same crime
  4. name for the first ten amendments
  5. Protected by the Second Amendment
  6. What the police need to search your house
  7. No cruel or unusual punishments

20 Clues: No search and seizure • January 20 for Joe Biden • Joe Biden's new residence • author of the Constitution • Will become first female VP • Where the inauguration occurs • No cruel or unusual punishments • name for the first ten amendments • Protected by the Second Amendment • In Wisconsin v Yoder this group won • powers not listed are reserved to states • ...

Vocab Puzzle 2017-09-29

Vocab Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. / To withdraw from an organization or alliance.
  2. / The unjust use of government power.
  3. / The crime of encouraging rebellion against the government.
  4. / A tax imposed by the government on goods imported from another country.
  5. of rights / A formal listing of the basic rights of citizens.
  6. crop / Crops, such as tobacco, sugar, and cotton, raised in large quantities in order to be sold for profit.
  7. / A written plan that provides the basic framework of a government.
  8. / People who have come from other countries and are not yet citizens
  9. / A policy of not choosing sides in a war or dispute between other countries.
  10. / Professional soldier who is fights for anyone who will pay them.
  11. / The constitution system that shares power between the national and state governments.
  12. / A formal, written request.
  13. / African Americans who had been set free from slavery.
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  1. / A formal agreement between nations.
  2. / To refuse to buy one or more goods from a certain source.
  3. / The birth and growth of businesses that make and distribute products through the use of machinery.
  4. / The enforcement of laws that control conducts or practices.
  5. / A policy of avoiding political of military agreements.
  6. / A country governed by elected representatives.
  7. / To refuse to recognize a federal law.
  8. / A person who flees or tries to escape.
  9. / To formally approve a plan or an agreement.
  10. / A government order that stops merchant ships from leaving or entering a country's port
  11. / To reject a proposed law or bill.

24 Clues: / A formal, written request. • / To reject a proposed law or bill. • / A formal agreement between nations. • / The unjust use of government power. • / To refuse to recognize a federal law. • / A person who flees or tries to escape. • / To formally approve a plan or an agreement. • / To withdraw from an organization or alliance. • ...

Understanding Multiple Perspectives: Thoughts on Government 2024-01-15

Understanding Multiple Perspectives: Thoughts on Government crossword puzzle
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  1. How did the king's mandate leave room for interpretation?
  2. What would every form of government be to Russia?
  3. In what sense was the king considered above the law, and what could he do in the general interest?
  4. the Spanish king expelled the religions other than Catholicism
  5. Who were some notable monarchs associated with absolutism mentioned in the text?
  6. What political system is described in the text?
  7. What were the potential consequences for the king if he appeared weak or if his government was divided?
  8. Who was the English Bill of Rights act passed by?
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  1. How did the great wealth of the monarchy reflect the prestige of the nation and the power of society?
  2. French protestants
  3. a common economic
  4. What inspired Catherine the Great to make reforms?
  5. What unwritten precepts constrained the power of a French king according to the text?
  6. According to the text, what support could the king receive when he acted as a princely protector?
  7. James II What king was the Bill of Rights created to protest?
  8. the wealthiest Spanish colony
  9. What role did the king play as the defender of a mystical body politic?
  10. the Act of ___: the act that declared Queen Elizabeth the supreme governor of both church and state
  11. King James II was assisted by diverse evil ________ to extirpate the Protestant religion.
  12. a Spanish flee
  13. Edict of ___: The Edict that claimed Catholic the official religion of France

21 Clues: a Spanish flee • a common economic • French protestants • the wealthiest Spanish colony • What political system is described in the text? • What would every form of government be to Russia? • Who was the English Bill of Rights act passed by? • What inspired Catherine the Great to make reforms? • How did the king's mandate leave room for interpretation? • ...

Bill of Rights and Constitution Crossword 2023-03-08

Bill of Rights and Constitution Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. There are more ______ then listed by the Bill of Rights.
  2. The ______ have power only in their borders.
  3. The First Amendment has the Freedom of ______, religion, press, and assembly.
  4. The Sixth Amendment allows the right to a ______ trial.
  5. The Third Amendment doesn't allow ________ to be sheltered in your home.
  6. The economic system for the U.S. is called __________.
  7. A _______ is needed to search your home.
  8. The Seventh Amendment allows the right to a jury in most _____ cases.
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  1. The first Ten Amendments are called the Bill of ______.
  2. You cannot be tried twice for the same crime this is called double ________.
  3. When people do not testify against them self they say "I plead the _____."
  4. The Second Amendment allows you to have the right to bear ____.
  5. The Eighth Amendment prevents _________ bail.
  6. _____ punishments are not allowed according to the Eighth Amendment.
  7. The U.S. has a __________ government.

15 Clues: The U.S. has a __________ government. • A _______ is needed to search your home. • The ______ have power only in their borders. • The Eighth Amendment prevents _________ bail. • The economic system for the U.S. is called __________. • The first Ten Amendments are called the Bill of ______. • The Sixth Amendment allows the right to a ______ trial. • ...

The Constitution and Bill of Rights 2023-10-17

The Constitution and Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
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  1. powers not granted to nat and gov but held in reserve
  2. certain powers assigned to national and state gov
  3. powers divided between a nation and regional gov.
  4. powers that both nat. and state gov possess and excercise.
  5. Powers Given to the State Government
  6. The first 10 amendments are called
  7. Soilder can not quarter in your home
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  1. The right to bear arm
  2. grants congress the power to make any laws
  3. constitution stands above all laws
  4. powers not expressed in the US constitution
  5. gov system where power is divided with nation and regional gov
  6. Changes made to the US constitution
  7. Certain powers assigned to national and state gov
  8. powers given to the national gov as stated in US constitution

15 Clues: The right to bear arm • constitution stands above all laws • The first 10 amendments are called • Changes made to the US constitution • Powers Given to the State Government • Soilder can not quarter in your home • grants congress the power to make any laws • powers not expressed in the US constitution • certain powers assigned to national and state gov • ...

constitution word puzzle 2018-11-30

constitution word puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. article three is about what branch?
  2. article two is about what branch?
  3. amendment 1 gives the 5 rights named
  4. amendment 2 gives the right to own a
  5. amendment protects you from cruel and unusual
  6. police need what to search your home?
  7. who can be found in the executive branch?
  8. amendment 3 protects you from having to quarter who?
  9. a bill spends most of its time in a
  10. president can a bill
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  1. separation of powers breaks the government down into 3
  2. amendment 7 right to
  3. article one talk about which branch?
  4. members of the house of representatives are determined by
  5. how many principals in the constitution?
  6. Writers of the constitution created a strong central government called
  7. amendment one gives you the right to have freedom of
  8. amendment 4 limits search and
  9. the preamble lists the six
  10. amendment 10 any power not granted to the federal government belongs to the
  11. how many articles are there in the constitution?

21 Clues: amendment 7 right to • president can a bill • the preamble lists the six • amendment 4 limits search and • article two is about what branch? • article three is about what branch? • a bill spends most of its time in a • article one talk about which branch? • amendment 1 gives the 5 rights named • amendment 2 gives the right to own a • police need what to search your home? • ...

Ricky and Andrew 2nd period 2022-05-16

Ricky and Andrew 2nd period crossword puzzle
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  1. Expanded MARTA for Atlanta commuters
  2. Evaluates laws
  3. Both a right and a responsibility for US citizens
  4. something you get when your money is in a bank for a long time
  5. This bug tortured Georgia citizens and farmers before the Great Depression even started
  6. This man supported industry over the interests of farmers
  7. Which branch writes the laws
  8. The Supreme Court and the Appallate Court are on this level
  9. What is the term length for all members in the General Assembly.
  10. Last name of the man who brought flight to Georgia
  11. Wanted freedom for African Americans immediately
  12. Event that was placed in Atlanta in 1996 that got everyone excited
  13. Helped bring the 1996 Olympics to the city of Atlanta
  14. a card that comes straight from your bank account
  15. A score based on if you pay back your credit bill in time
  16. Leader of the Populist Party
  17. What is the largest source of tax revenue for the state of Georgia?
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  1. The US government used this to make people buy liberty bonds
  2. a card that you have to pay back at the end of the month
  3. This New Deal program created new parks and hired people for work
  4. This person brought professional teams to the city of Atlanta
  5. Mayor William Hartsfield was best remembered for bringing what to Atlanta
  6. Which branch enforces the law
  7. something entrepreneurs do when they want to make money
  8. This case increased racial segregation
  9. As industry becomes bigger in Georgia, the agriculture business goes
  10. Created the New Deal programs
  11. Cotton expositions promoted what?
  12. Does the Georgia government have fifty Bill of Rights?
  13. Does the Georgia government have a Bill of Rights
  14. The crop Georgia relied on the most
  15. A New Deal program that pays farmers not to produce as many crops

32 Clues: Evaluates laws • Which branch writes the laws • Leader of the Populist Party • Which branch enforces the law • Created the New Deal programs • Cotton expositions promoted what? • The crop Georgia relied on the most • Expanded MARTA for Atlanta commuters • This case increased racial segregation • Wanted freedom for African Americans immediately • ...

Social 2025-01-30

Social crossword puzzle
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  1. A person who judges
  2. Rights come from " nature and nature"s God"
  3. power is divided between the federal and state.
  4. a formal change to a document, such as a contract or bill
  5. Power comes from the people who’s will is expressed by voting
  6. protects and gives and guarantees the rights of people (doesn’t)
  7. One of the 5 Freedoms
  8. a legalized person in the country
  9. Limits the power of the goverment
  10. when one person sues another to settle a disagreement over money, property, or harm.
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  1. A belief
  2. The power to act without restrain
  3. Human beings
  4. the act of providing information that could lead to criminal charges
  5. One of the 5 freedoms
  6. The freedom to spear
  7. One of the 5 freedoms
  8. Introduces the source of power and outlines the Govt’s responsibilities
  9. One of the 5 freedoms
  10. Giving evidence as a witness

20 Clues: A belief • Human beings • A person who judges • The freedom to spear • One of the 5 freedoms • One of the 5 freedoms • One of the 5 Freedoms • One of the 5 freedoms • Giving evidence as a witness • The power to act without restrain • a legalized person in the country • Limits the power of the goverment • Rights come from " nature and nature"s God" • ...

U.S. History Review 2023-04-13

U.S. History Review crossword puzzle
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  1. Acts that King George III put in place following the Boston Tea Party
  2. Amendment that says you cannot be tried twice for the same crime
  3. George Washington's foreign policy
  4. Political party that wanted to give African Americans civil rights
  5. Allowed for more efficient communication
  6. Trapped former slaves in a cycle of debt
  7. Founded in 1607
  8. Colonists wanted to expand ___________
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  1. Purchased for 15 million dollars from France
  2. An example of a cash crop
  3. Principle of Gov. that says states and the federal government share powers
  4. No _______________ without representation
  5. Battle where the Union got control of the Mississippi R.
  6. Type of government in the colonies
  7. Colonies that used slavery and was based on agriculture
  8. Founded in 1620
  9. Pilgrims came to America looking for _________ freedom
  10. Wanted a bill of rights added to the Constitution

18 Clues: Founded in 1620 • Founded in 1607 • An example of a cash crop • Type of government in the colonies • George Washington's foreign policy • Colonists wanted to expand ___________ • Allowed for more efficient communication • Trapped former slaves in a cycle of debt • No _______________ without representation • Purchased for 15 million dollars from France • ...

Gov Crossword 2026-01-08

Gov Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. Harsh penalties banned by the 8th Amendment
  2. Prevents unfair government actions
  3. Government stopping speech before it happens
  4. Ended school segregation
  5. First ten amendments protecting individual rights
  6. Policies to increase opportunities for minorities
  7. Protects speech religion press assembly and petition
  8. Guarantees due process and equal protection
  9. Defendant pleads guilty for a lighter sentence
  10. Equal pay for jobs of equal value
  11. Banned gender discrimination in law
  12. Banned discrimination in public life
  13. Ruled enslaved people were not citizens
  14. Proposed guarantee of gender equality
  15. Fee used to block certain voters
  16. Bans government endorsed religion
  17. Abolished slavery
  18. Gave women the right to vote
  19. Allowed segregation under separate but equal
  20. Protects religious practice
  21. Protections against discrimination
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  1. Applies federal rights to state laws
  2. Advertising with limited protection
  3. Basic freedoms the government cannot take away
  4. Upheld Japanese internment during WWII
  5. Actions that express ideas
  6. Protects people with disabilities from discrimination
  7. Set number used in some affirmative action plans
  8. Banned poll taxes
  9. Began applying the Bill of Rights to states
  10. Protected minority voting rights
  11. Protects voting rights regardless of race
  12. Unwanted sexual behavior in workplaces or schools
  13. Requires equal treatment under the law
  14. Offensive content not protected by free speech
  15. Protects people from testifying against themselves
  16. Written false statements that harm someone
  17. The right to vote
  18. Blocks illegally obtained evidence
  19. Implied right to personal autonomy

40 Clues: Banned poll taxes • The right to vote • Abolished slavery • Ended school segregation • Actions that express ideas • Protects religious practice • Gave women the right to vote • Protected minority voting rights • Fee used to block certain voters • Equal pay for jobs of equal value • Bans government endorsed religion • Prevents unfair government actions • ...

Law Related Ed 2020-10-20

Law Related Ed crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Number of Supreme Court Justices
  2. Amendment that gives you right to a lawyer
  3. Amendment that gives you right to remain silent
  4. You are read the ________ Warning when arrested
  5. Amendment that protects from cruel punishment
  6. Initials of the student who sued because her backpack was searched at school
  7. Court case that establishes judicial review
  8. "______ But Equal" was the famous quote allowing segregation
  9. Amendment that protects right to bear arms
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  1. The body of Congress that approves of Supreme Court nominations
  2. Worcester sued this state to keep them from taking Cherokee land
  3. TLO v New Jersey limited rights of students at _______
  4. Amendment that protects from illegal searches
  5. The ability of courts to rule laws unconstitutional
  6. Amendment that protects free speech and religion
  7. _______ vs Ferguson legalized segregation
  8. The person who gets to nominate a new Supreme Court judge
  9. The Bill of _____ are the 1st 10 amendments
  10. ______ vs Board reversed the Plessy decision

19 Clues: Number of Supreme Court Justices • _______ vs Ferguson legalized segregation • Amendment that gives you right to a lawyer • Amendment that protects right to bear arms • The Bill of _____ are the 1st 10 amendments • Court case that establishes judicial review • ______ vs Board reversed the Plessy decision • Amendment that protects from illegal searches • ...

Chapter 2 Vocabulary 2024-05-15

Chapter 2 Vocabulary crossword puzzle
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  1. Power that Congress has to regulate things that cross state lines
  2. The powers granted to Congress by Article I of the Constitution
  3. When both houses of Congress vote by two-thirds majority to enact a law after a presidential veto
  4. A bill that authorizes the spending of money from the United States Treasury
  5. When the president disapproves a bill, in which case the bill does not become law unless overridden by the Congress
  6. When the Congress adjourns within 10 days of presenting the president with a bill and the president has not signed the bill in that time period
  7. Part of the Bill of Rights that states that all powers not given to the federal government are reserved to the states and the people
  8. A law that gives authority to the president to cancel individual spending
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  1. The principle that a state is represented in the House of Representatives by a number of representatives that reflect the population of the state
  2. The agreement whereby each state would be represented by two senators while proportional representation based upon population would be the rule in the House of Representatives
  3. Requirement that bills passed by Congress be presented to the president for his signature
  4. Known as the elastic clause because it has the effect of increasing the powers of Congress beyond those powers listed in Article I of the Constitution
  5. The Article of the Constitution that created Congress

13 Clues: The Article of the Constitution that created Congress • The powers granted to Congress by Article I of the Constitution • Power that Congress has to regulate things that cross state lines • A law that gives authority to the president to cancel individual spending • A bill that authorizes the spending of money from the United States Treasury • ...

unit 3 vocabulary 2017-11-14

unit 3 vocabulary crossword puzzle
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  1. plan a proposal by virginia delegates
  2. compromise agreement that both large and small states reach an agreemnet
  3. corpus a writ requiring a person under arrest to be brought before a judge
  4. of rights the first ten amendments of the US constitution
  5. a person who advocates or supports a system of government
  6. of power and act of vesting legislative
  7. body of federal principles
  8. ordinance of 1785 the foundation of land policy
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  1. carta a charter of liberties
  2. ordinance law passed in 1787
  3. a state when power is held by the people and their elected representatives
  4. sign or give format consent
  5. modify formally as a legal document or legislative bill
  6. compromise compromise reached between delegates from southern states
  7. of confederation original constitution
  8. federalist a movement taht opposed the creation of a stronger feral government
  9. jersey plan proposal for the structure of the united sates government

17 Clues: body of federal principles • sign or give format consent • carta a charter of liberties • ordinance law passed in 1787 • plan a proposal by virginia delegates • of confederation original constitution • of power and act of vesting legislative • ordinance of 1785 the foundation of land policy • modify formally as a legal document or legislative bill • ...

Elizabeth Cady Stanton 2023-12-05

Elizabeth Cady Stanton crossword puzzle
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  1. Who did Susan and Elizabeth work on the declaration of sentiments to call?
  2. Her most frequent speech.
  3. She was the ____ author of the Declaration of Rights for Women presented at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia in 1876.
  4. In 1854 she received an invitation to address what in New York?
  5. The town her first women's rights convention was held.
  6. She helped organize what at the nation's 100th birthday in Philadelphia?
  7. What did the weekly she wrote meet in 1870?
  8. The last name of the person she started collaborating with in 1851.
  9. What costume did she adopt when working with Susan?
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  1. The newly established weekly in 1868 that she coedited.
  2. She secured a bill granting _____ women's property rights.
  3. The number of volumes of "History of Women's Suffrage" she helped author.
  4. The location of the 1854 women's rights convention where she talked about legal restrictions facing women in speech.
  5. How many times she drafted a federal suffrage amendment to Congress from 1878 to 1920.
  6. The amount of years Susan and Elizabeth collaborated after the first convention.
  7. A declaration she authored that added to the Declaration of Independence.
  8. What she wanted girls to get to develop themselves / provide income.
  9. In 1890 she agreed to serve as what in the National American Women Suffrage Society?

18 Clues: Her most frequent speech. • What did the weekly she wrote meet in 1870? • What costume did she adopt when working with Susan? • The town her first women's rights convention was held. • The newly established weekly in 1868 that she coedited. • She secured a bill granting _____ women's property rights. • In 1854 she received an invitation to address what in New York? • ...

United States History 2014-01-16

United States History crossword puzzle
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  1. opening statement of the constitution
  2. amendment gives you the right to bear arms
  3. bill of ____
  4. branch that makes laws
  5. number of terms a president can serve
  6. amendments
  7. current us president
  8. Washington First US president
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  1. articles in the constitution
  2. executes or enforces laws
  3. The states capital is in Washington _
  4. the two parties are republican and ____
  5. court judicial branch
  6. branches of government
  7. the president takes ___ of office

15 Clues: amendments • bill of ____ • current us president • court judicial branch • branch that makes laws • branches of government • executes or enforces laws • articles in the constitution • Washington First US president • the president takes ___ of office • opening statement of the constitution • The states capital is in Washington _ • number of terms a president can serve • ...

History Chapter 7 Review Game 2013-10-26

History Chapter 7 Review Game crossword puzzle
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  1. We the people in order to form a more perfect union establish justice ensure domestic tranquility provide for the common defense promote the general warfar and promote the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity do ordain and establish this constitution for us United state of america
  2. Unicameral congress, each state has one vote regardless of population or size of delegation
  3. Courts decide if government acts violate the constitution
  4. quelled weeks before Constitutional convention.Delegates took this uprising as a warning. The AOC looked inadequate after this task
  5. amendment number _ Freedoms petitions and assemblies
  6. underlying theme of constitution, tyranny, No strong goverment so there will be know dictatorship (monarchy)
  7. all lands north of the Ohio river that passed into the hands of the national goverment became known as _______
  8. Financial Weakness, Foreign Weakness,Domestic Weakness of Confederation
  9. ultimate source of goverment power is vested upon the people
  10. amendment number _ quartering soldiers
  11. balance of power between the three branches
  12. first continetal "constitution"
  13. only one house
  14. amendment number_ bear arms
  15. Virginian, idea's provided much of the framework for the constitution earning him the title "father of the constitution"
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  1. included convention issues on Virginia Plan and New Jersey Plan
  2. legislative, executive, Judicial (division of 3 branches)
  3. Pro federalist, Con anti-federalist, necessary for ratification
  4. the making of the constitution was held at
  5. rights in criminal cases
  6. only two houses
  7. this major topic dealed with problems that brought the three-fifths compromise
  8. amendment number _ search and arrest
  9. changes or revision to constitution
  10. problems which were fixed when goverment was given power over foreign and interstate commerce
  11. advocated bicameral congress with number of representatives based on state population
  12. Washington First president of USA, Commander of Continental army, Convention President
  13. didn't want constitution wanted bill of rights
  14. wanted constitution didn't want bill of rights
  15. division of power between national and state levels
  16. act of giving formal consent

31 Clues: only one house • only two houses • rights in criminal cases • amendment number_ bear arms • act of giving formal consent • first continetal "constitution" • changes or revision to constitution • amendment number _ search and arrest • amendment number _ quartering soldiers • the making of the constitution was held at • balance of power between the three branches • ...

Civil Rights Wyaunita Begay 2022-05-02

Civil Rights Wyaunita Begay crossword puzzle
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  1. a court case that ended with a unanimous vote for the separate but equal doctrine
  2. law signed by LBJ, it outlawed literacy tests & allowed federal officials to oversee registration
  3. NAACP secretary who prompted the Montgomery Bus Boycott by refusing to give up her seat in 1955
  4. The rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality
  5. pastor & civil rights leader who led SCLC and organized non-violent protests throughout the south
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  1. groups of white and African American civil rights activists who participated in Freedom Rides bus trips through the American South in 1961 to protest segregated bus terminals
  2. civil rights event which led to the creation of the Civil Rights Act of 64
  3. separation of the races which occurs because of laws
  4. A political movement and campaign from 1954 to 1968 in the United States to abolish institutional racial segregation, discrimination, and disenfranchisement throughout the United States
  5. Southern laws which separated the races after Plessy v. Ferguson
  6. president created first civil rights bill of 1960s & protected freedom riders with federal escorts
  7. Black Muslim spokesman who called for armed self-defense against white racism & violence
  8. militant civil rights political party created in CA due to police brutality

13 Clues: separation of the races which occurs because of laws • Southern laws which separated the races after Plessy v. Ferguson • The rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality • civil rights event which led to the creation of the Civil Rights Act of 64 • militant civil rights political party created in CA due to police brutality • ...

The 5th amendment 2021-11-15

The 5th amendment crossword puzzle
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  1. the things on the bill of rights
  2. anything you say or do can be used ____ you
  3. you have the right to an _______
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  1. the amendment number
  2. double ______
  3. ____ rights
  4. you have the right to remain _____
  5. due _______

8 Clues: ____ rights • due _______ • double ______ • the amendment number • the things on the bill of rights • you have the right to an _______ • you have the right to remain _____ • anything you say or do can be used ____ you

An early nation vocabulary 2026-02-17

An early nation vocabulary crossword puzzle
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  1. convention The 1787 meeting in Philadelphia where delegates created the United States Constitution.
  2. federalists People who opposed the Constitution because they feared a strong national government and wanted stronger state governments and a Bill of Rights.
  3. A system of government where power is shared between the national government and state governments.
  4. powers Powers shared by both the federal and state governments, such as collecting taxes.
  5. ammendment Prevents the government from forcing citizens to house soldiers in their homes during peacetime.
  6. ammendment States that powers not given to the federal government belong to the states or the people.
  7. powers Powers not specifically written in the Constitution but suggested by the “Necessary and Proper Clause.”
  8. ammendment Guarantees the right to a fair and speedy trial, a jury, a lawyer, and the right to know the charges and witnesses.
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  1. purchase The 1803 land deal in which the United States bought a large territory from France, doubling the country’s size.
  2. ammendment Protects the rights of people accused of crimes, including the right to remain silent, protection from double jeopardy, and the right to due process.
  3. ammendment Protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures; police must have a warrant and probable cause.
  4. ammendment Guarantees the right to a jury trial in civil (non-criminal) cases, when the amount exceeds $20.
  5. of rights The list of the First 10 Amendments originally written to increase support for the Constitution
  6. ammendment Protects the right of citizens to keep and bear arms (own weapons).
  7. republicans A political party led by Thomas Jefferson that supported strong state governments and weaker federal power.
  8. vs madison The 1803 Supreme Court case that established judicial review, giving courts the power to declare laws unconstitutional.
  9. ammendment States that citizens have rights beyond those specifically listed in the Constitution.
  10. powers Powers given specifically to the states, such as running schools and holding elections.
  11. People who supported the Constitution and wanted a strong national (federal) government.
  12. ammendment Protects against excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishment.
  13. ammendment Protects the freedoms of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.

21 Clues: ammendment Protects the right of citizens to keep and bear arms (own weapons). • ammendment Protects the freedoms of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition. • People who supported the Constitution and wanted a strong national (federal) government. • powers Powers shared by both the federal and state governments, such as collecting taxes. • ...

Brandon Rogers Crossword 2026-02-19

Brandon Rogers Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. silenced disease
  2. foundation/Known for publishing "Mandate for Leadership" in 1981.
  3. pact that eliminated most tariffs"
  4. Disability rights law," "Civil rights acronym," "1990 US legislation," or "Accessibility acronym".
  5. CLINTON/42nd U.S. President
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  1. US states
  2. War easing
  3. MAJORITY/Promoting conservative Christian values in politics.
  4. WAR/the liberation of Kuwait, 100-hour ground war, and the 1991 combat phase against Iraq
  5. actress Bullock: Sandra Bullock

10 Clues: US states • War easing • silenced disease • CLINTON/42nd U.S. President • actress Bullock: Sandra Bullock • pact that eliminated most tariffs" • MAJORITY/Promoting conservative Christian values in politics. • foundation/Known for publishing "Mandate for Leadership" in 1981. • WAR/the liberation of Kuwait, 100-hour ground war, and the 1991 combat phase against Iraq • ...

Constitution Cross Word Puzzle 2023-05-05

Constitution Cross Word Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. James _____; Virginia delegate to the Constitutional Convention; he, Hamilton, Jay authored “The Federalist”
  2. The Declaration of _____was a proclamation of the former American colonies they were now and henceforth free
  3. most powerful court in the Judicial Department
  4. One of two major political parties in the United States today.
  5. George R. _____; American frontiersman who gained control of the Ohio River Valley by driving the British out.
  6. What holiday was celebrated for the first by the American colonists?
  7. The right to freedom of the _____ is
  8. One of two major political parties in the United States today.
  9. The main writer of the Declaration of Independence was Thomas _____.
  10. Samuel _____; Leader of anti-British group in Boston; one of the first to urge revolt against Britain.
  11. There are 100 senators in the United ____.
  12. Senate because there are 2 from each _____.
  13. The division of power between the national government (delegated power) and the state governments
  14. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a _____ rights leader in our country.
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  1. by the Bill of Rights.
  2. Who must approve nominated Supreme
  3. The party leader who is the intermediary between the leadership and the rank and file in the legislature.
  4. The Supreme Court is called the _____ branch of our government.
  5. a written plan of government
  6. Congress is called the _____ branch of our government.
  7. addition or change in the Constitution
  8. An anti-Jackson political party organized in 1834.
  9. the 13th Amendment forbid owning one
  10. justices?
  11. includes the Senate and House of Representatives
  12. The _____ (two words) is part of the executive branch of our government.
  13. The right to vote is the most important right granted to U.S. _____.
  14. The _____ nominates Supreme Court
  15. Of Rights Where does freedom of speech come from
  16. Lincoln The President that ended slavery
  17. George _____: This president was the first commander-in-chief of the U.S. Army and Navy

31 Clues: justices? • by the Bill of Rights. • a written plan of government • The _____ nominates Supreme Court • Who must approve nominated Supreme • the 13th Amendment forbid owning one • The right to freedom of the _____ is • addition or change in the Constitution • Lincoln The President that ended slavery • There are 100 senators in the United ____. • ...

Foundations of American Government 2025-06-17

Foundations of American Government crossword puzzle
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  1. This Bill of Rights came from which king and queen?
  2. A document that was the first social contract in America
  3. An agreement for the government to protect laws while people follow the laws
  4. Helped create the idea of separation of powers
  5. The type of Democracy created by the Greeks
  6. A Roman set of 12 laws to hold people accountable
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  1. An era where new types of political rights were expressed
  2. The type of democracy created by the Romans
  3. He helped create the idea of a social contract and Natural Rights
  4. A document demanding fair trials, limited power of kings, and more rights of the people

10 Clues: The type of democracy created by the Romans • The type of Democracy created by the Greeks • Helped create the idea of separation of powers • A Roman set of 12 laws to hold people accountable • This Bill of Rights came from which king and queen? • A document that was the first social contract in America • An era where new types of political rights were expressed • ...

Foundation to Georgia's Government 2025-04-01

Foundation to Georgia's Government crossword puzzle
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  1. purpose districts Government entities created to serve a special function for the state or community.
  2. The branch of government that enforces/carries out the laws.
  3. A formal and organized choice by vote of a person for a political office or other position.
  4. Motto Wisdom, Justice, Moderation, and Courage
  5. Manager An individual hired by a city government who is responsible for running the day-to-day operations for the city.
  6. Numbered sections of the Constitution.
  7. Court The highest judicial court in a country or state.
  8. Knowledge gained from experience in life.
  9. Duties that all citizens have; some are mandatory, like paying taxes and serving on juries; others are voluntary, such as voting.
  10. A city or town.
  11. Power or privileges granted to people either by an agreement among themselves or by law ex free speech).
  12. Chief executive’s power to reject a bill passed by a legislature.
  13. The branch of government that makes the laws.
  14. of Commissioners A group of individuals that have the power to adopt ordinances and oversee the daily operations of a county’s government.
  15. Official changes/correction/addition to the Constitution.
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  1. Introduction of the Constitution.
  2. The branch of government that interprets the laws.
  3. of Powers The division of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government.
  4. moral strength to resist oppression, danger, or hardship
  5. Charter A written document that sets up the structure of a city government.
  6. Group of people clustered together to serve as a center of politics, culture, and economics
  7. and Balances A system that allows each branch of government to limit the powers off the other branches in order to prevent abuse of power.
  8. Fairness; rightfulness
  9. of Rights Article 1 of the Constitution, guaranteeing such rights as freedoms of speech, assembly, and worship
  10. Not too much or too little of something; self-restraint.
  11. Government Local government that manages and provides services to people living in a specific county. Power and responsibility of the county government is outlined in the state constitution.

26 Clues: A city or town. • Fairness; rightfulness • Introduction of the Constitution. • Numbered sections of the Constitution. • Knowledge gained from experience in life. • The branch of government that makes the laws. • The branch of government that interprets the laws. • Motto Wisdom, Justice, Moderation, and Courage • ...

Government Crossword 2022-05-06

Government Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. Minority party rights in senate debates
  2. 4th branch of government
  3. Issue network is associated with...
  4. Influencing congressmen
  5. 3rd Article of Constitution
  6. powers listed in constitution
  7. Right justifying Roe v Wade
  8. Veto by letting a bill die
  9. Decreased trust in government
  10. Less red tape
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  1. Ideology that wants to maximize personal autonomy
  2. What Federalist 10 Talks about
  3. Type of speech protected under Tinker v Des Moins
  4. Judicial review can declare laws..
  5. _____ Pulpit
  6. Entire population measure
  7. Financial branch of interest group
  8. _______ or a caucus
  9. Women gained this in 1920
  10. A 1st amendment right

20 Clues: _____ Pulpit • Less red tape • _______ or a caucus • A 1st amendment right • Influencing congressmen • 4th branch of government • Entire population measure • Women gained this in 1920 • Veto by letting a bill die • 3rd Article of Constitution • Right justifying Roe v Wade • powers listed in constitution • Decreased trust in government • What Federalist 10 Talks about • ...

Founding Documents Crossword 2022-08-05

Founding Documents Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. popular ________ means that the power of government comes from the people
  2. feared a strong central government and demanded a bill of rights be added to the new constitution
  3. oppressive power exerted by a government or ruler
  4. the first ten amendments to the u.s. constitution
  5. power is shared between the national government and the state governments (enumerated, reserved and concurrent)
  6. the ability of each branch to prevent the other branches from being too powerful
  7. the first constitution of the united states
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  1. believed that a strong federal government was necessary for the survival of the nation
  2. the northwest ordinance gave new settlers freedom of religion and emphasized public __________
  3. rights rights that cannot be given or taken away
  4. unlimited power
  5. the first section of the u.s. constitution
  6. the _________ ordinance of 1787 formed Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin as free states
  7. main author of the declaration of independence
  8. the process by which foreign-born persons become citizens
  9. the father of the constitution

16 Clues: unlimited power • the father of the constitution • the first section of the u.s. constitution • the first constitution of the united states • main author of the declaration of independence • rights rights that cannot be given or taken away • oppressive power exerted by a government or ruler • the first ten amendments to the u.s. constitution • ...

Founding Documents Crossword 2022-08-05

Founding Documents Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. popular ________ means that the power of government comes from the people
  2. feared a strong central government and demanded a bill of rights be added to the new constitution
  3. oppressive power exerted by a government or ruler
  4. the first ten amendments to the u.s. constitution
  5. power is shared between the national government and the state governments (enumerated, reserved and concurrent)
  6. the ability of each branch to prevent the other branches from being too powerful
  7. the first constitution of the united states
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  1. believed that a strong federal government was necessary for the survival of the nation
  2. the northwest ordinance gave new settlers freedom of religion and emphasized public __________
  3. rights rights that cannot be given or taken away
  4. unlimited power
  5. the first section of the u.s. constitution
  6. the _________ ordinance of 1787 formed Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin as free states
  7. main author of the declaration of independence
  8. the process by which foreign-born persons become citizens
  9. the father of the constitution

16 Clues: unlimited power • the father of the constitution • the first section of the u.s. constitution • the first constitution of the united states • main author of the declaration of independence • rights rights that cannot be given or taken away • oppressive power exerted by a government or ruler • the first ten amendments to the u.s. constitution • ...

reconstruction 2024-10-04

reconstruction crossword puzzle
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  1. was a secret society of terrorists
  2. was the editor of the Atlanta Constitution
  3. was a war hero president
  4. was a civil rights leader
  5. was a radical republican
  6. John Wilkes Boothe assassinated
  7. Wade_________ bill
  8. were passed to control free men and women
  9. secretary of war
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  1. helped newly freed slaves
  2. extreme
  3. championed political reformed
  4. are crops sold for money
  5. hanging

14 Clues: extreme • hanging • secretary of war • Wade_________ bill • was a war hero president • are crops sold for money • was a radical republican • helped newly freed slaves • was a civil rights leader • championed political reformed • John Wilkes Boothe assassinated • was a secret society of terrorists • were passed to control free men and women • was the editor of the Atlanta Constitution

Crossword 2016-11-21

Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. somebody who learns a trade by working for someone.
  2. class neither rich or poor
  3. belief that one race dominates all others
  4. a group of people who have the power to make laws
  5. codes strict laws that restrict slaves
  6. recognition that other people can have different opinions.
  7. native american who helped the pilgrims
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  1. colony a colony controlled directly by the English King.
  2. Smith sent from london to lead the colonies
  3. trade 3 way trade between colonies.
  4. upper class of colonial society
  5. government form of government where voters elect lawmakers
  6. document issued by government that grants specific rights to people
  7. Hooker a wealthy man who knew King Charles the Second.
  8. a person who takes a religious journey
  9. published statements that damage someone's reputation
  10. Hutchinson a boston woman who questioned some of the puritan teachings
  11. of Rights a government protected list of freedoms
  12. family family that includes grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins

19 Clues: class neither rich or poor • upper class of colonial society • trade 3 way trade between colonies. • a person who takes a religious journey • codes strict laws that restrict slaves • native american who helped the pilgrims • belief that one race dominates all others • Smith sent from london to lead the colonies • of Rights a government protected list of freedoms • ...

Government Final Study Guide 2023-05-17

Government Final Study Guide crossword puzzle
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  1. Purpose of the bill of rights is to protect rights of individual liberty
  2. Type of government divides power between state, national and local
  3. First ten amendments are called/ Antifederalists believed what was needed to create a new constitution
  4. Strong National Government
  5. Legislative Branch have a House of Representatives and a senate
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  1. State maintains social order, enacts laws, provides services
  2. End of the Articles of Confederation
  3. Type of democracy do we have in the United States
  4. Framers believe about voters rights
  5. Idea that cornerstone of representation in our government is based on

10 Clues: Strong National Government • Framers believe about voters rights • End of the Articles of Confederation • Type of democracy do we have in the United States • State maintains social order, enacts laws, provides services • Legislative Branch have a House of Representatives and a senate • Type of government divides power between state, national and local • ...

Gwendalyn Fodor Ch6 Sec3+4 2021-01-04

Gwendalyn Fodor Ch6 Sec3+4 crossword puzzle
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  1. regular social gatherings
  2. a style of art, very grand and large
  3. power was divided between state and national governments
  4. wrote the declaration of independence
  5. a document which was signed to give natural rights
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  1. bill that posted the basic rights
  2. enlightenment absolute ruler
  3. the system named for checking the other two branches
  4. simple and elegant style of art
  5. a ruler admired by philosophers

10 Clues: regular social gatherings • enlightenment absolute ruler • simple and elegant style of art • a ruler admired by philosophers • bill that posted the basic rights • a style of art, very grand and large • wrote the declaration of independence • a document which was signed to give natural rights • the system named for checking the other two branches • ...

Documents 2016-04-22

Documents crossword puzzle
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  1. Papers collection of 85 articles and essays written (under the pseudonym Publius) by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay promoting the ratification of the United States Constitution.
  2. Amendment established the popular election of United States Senators by the people of the states
  3. of Confederation the original constitution of the US, ratified in 1781, which was replaced by the US Constitution in 1789.
  4. of Versailles was one of the peace treaties at the end of World War I.
  5. Amendment All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and the State wherein they reside.
  6. Points Fourteen goals of the United States in the peace negotiations after World War I.
  7. Amendment allows the federal (United States) government to levy (collect) an income tax from all Americans
  8. Carta a document constituting a fundamental guarantee of rights and privileges.
  9. Amendment America abolished the poll tax for all federal elections
  10. Constitution document that embodies the fundamental laws and principles by which the United States is governed.
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  1. of Independence formal statement written by Thomas Jefferson declaring the freedom of the thirteen American colonies from Great Britain
  2. Amendment gave women the right to vote in 1920.
  3. of rights first ten amendments to the US Constitution, ratified in 1791 and guaranteeing such rights as the freedoms of speech, assembly, and worship.
  4. Amendment abolished slavery in the United States and provides that "Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted,
  5. Doctrine that the US should give support to countries or peoples threatened by Soviet forces or communist insurrection.
  6. Amendment United States Constitution prohibits the federal and state governments from denying a citizen the right to vote based on that citizen's "race, color, or previous condition of servitude."
  7. bill of rights was a British Law, passed by the Parliament of Great Britain in 1689 that declared the rights and liberties of the people and settling the succession
  8. Amendment he right of citizens of the United States, who are 18 years of age or older, to vote, shall not be denied or abridged by the United States

18 Clues: Amendment gave women the right to vote in 1920. • Amendment America abolished the poll tax for all federal elections • of Versailles was one of the peace treaties at the end of World War I. • Carta a document constituting a fundamental guarantee of rights and privileges. • Points Fourteen goals of the United States in the peace negotiations after World War I. • ...

Government 2015-10-05

Government crossword puzzle
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  1. The person in charge of a meeting. Directs the discussion of business in a Senate or a House of Commons committee meeting
  2. Represents a region of Canada, appointed by Gov General
  3. Government's plan for how it will collect and spend money each year.
  4. Of two chambers, or rooms
  5. A group of all Ministers. Makes decisions about the Government's priorities and policies
  6. One of two large rooms in the Centre Block. Where Senators meet to discuss business.
  7. A formal event that follows rules or traditions
  8. Chosen by Prime Minister to help govern
  9. Last stage before a bill becomes a law
  10. Process of choosing a representative by vote
  11. A person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country
  12. A proposal for a law to be considered by Parliament
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  1. Group made up of all Senators and Members of Parliament from same political party.
  2. One of three parts of Parliament, MPs meet and debate
  3. Government of Canada that acts, speaks for country
  4. Leader of party in power and Head of Government
  5. To change or improve something
  6. Meeting of the Senate or House of Commons within a session
  7. Another word for constituency or electoral district
  8. A group of Senators, Members of Parliament, or both, selected to study a specific subject or bill and write a report about it
  9. The city where a country's legislature is located

21 Clues: Of two chambers, or rooms • To change or improve something • Last stage before a bill becomes a law • Chosen by Prime Minister to help govern • Process of choosing a representative by vote • Leader of party in power and Head of Government • A formal event that follows rules or traditions • The city where a country's legislature is located • ...

Social Crossword Puzzle 2015-12-15

Social Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. independence as a people, with a right to self-government
  2. Levels of government: municipal, provincial, and federal
  3. was elected Prime Minister in 1968. A priority of his was to re-patriate the constitution
  4. Sets out rights and freedoms that Canadians believe are necessary in a free and democratic society
  5. Includes the right to vote for members of the House of Commons and of provincial legislatures, also the right to vote for a new government every five years
  6. a special set of laws that establish a framework of governance
  7. The right to be free of discrimination because of race, national or ethic origin, religion, gender, age, or mental or physical disability
  8. Includes the freedom to express your opinions, religion, association, and organization of peaceful meetings
  9. favouring those who tend to suffer from discrimination
  10. the right to vote
  11. centered on Europe or the Europeans
  12. House of Commons and the Senate in a legislature branch
  13. a person whose first language is French
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  1. Someone who was responsible for passing the Bill of Rights into a law
  2. rights given to someone at birth
  3. People taking action with the intention of influencing decisions made by the government or other individuals
  4. A direct vote given to the people, in order to solve a political question or concern
  5. The right to move anywhere within Canada and to earn a living there
  6. After it was passed, it required First Nations to obtain government permission to wear traditional clothing, and it banned traditional ceremonies
  7. rights given to specific minority groups of people in Canadian society, that are recognized and protected by Canada's constitution
  8. the shared identity of a group of people, especially because of a common language and culture
  9. Being able to vote against legislature before his/her term in office is over
  10. is written in the constitution
  11. deprive someone of the right to vote
  12. an agreement made by country's
  13. an annual payment
  14. become part of a different cultural group (not your own)
  15. an individual displaying negative attitude by not showing interest in something
  16. A right that belongs to every person or being
  17. an organization that allows First Nations people's to have one voice
  18. land for the exclusive use of First Nations

31 Clues: an annual payment • the right to vote • is written in the constitution • an agreement made by country's • rights given to someone at birth • centered on Europe or the Europeans • deprive someone of the right to vote • a person whose first language is French • land for the exclusive use of First Nations • A right that belongs to every person or being • ...

Reconstruction Crossword 2022-05-18

Reconstruction Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. White southerners who supported Reconstruction
  2. Northerners who went to the South and became involved in politics and took advantage of the south's situation
  3. divided the south into five military districts
  4. Laws passed to prevent free blacks from gaining full rights
  5. offered 160 acres of land to settlers who moved to the west
  6. encouraged Native Americans to give up their land. Sent Native American children to boarding schools
  7. this amendment officially ended slavery in the US
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  1. group that wanted to punish the south
  2. Lincoln's vice president who took over after his assination
  3. secret organization that violently attacked African Americans
  4. African Americans who were now emanciapated
  5. This amendment gave citizenship to former slaves
  6. Rights guaranteed by the Bill of Rights
  7. Person who wanted to be forgiving toward the south
  8. Farmers who worked a landowner's land and received part of the crop they grew instead of wages

15 Clues: group that wanted to punish the south • Rights guaranteed by the Bill of Rights • African Americans who were now emanciapated • White southerners who supported Reconstruction • divided the south into five military districts • This amendment gave citizenship to former slaves • this amendment officially ended slavery in the US • ...

Constitution Day 2025-08-29

Constitution Day crossword puzzle
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  1. branch of government that includes Congress
  2. city where Constitutional Convention was held
  3. body of congress giving equal votes to states
  4. branch of government that includes the President
  5. number of articles in the constitution
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  1. state where James Madison was born
  2. branch of government that includes the Supreme Court
  3. beings with 'We the People'
  4. number of freedoms given in the Bill of Rights
  5. plan that gave states equal rights

10 Clues: beings with 'We the People' • state where James Madison was born • plan that gave states equal rights • number of articles in the constitution • branch of government that includes Congress • city where Constitutional Convention was held • body of congress giving equal votes to states • number of freedoms given in the Bill of Rights • ...

Constitution Vocabulary 2018-10-31

Constitution Vocabulary crossword puzzle
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  1. Review The power of the Supreme Court to judge whether or not actions of the other branches are constitutional
  2. and Balances System in which the branches of the government can limit each other's power
  3. A special condition in a formal document
  4. Powers A power belonging only to the states
  5. A person sent with power to act for another or others; representative
  6. To approve officially
  7. Republic A government in which citizens rule through elected representatives, according to a plan of government
  8. A settlement of a dispute by each party giving up some demands
  9. of Powers A principle by which powers are divided among different branches of government
  10. power A power not enumerated (listed) in the Constitution, but suggested in its language
  11. Rights Constitutional principle that recognizes people's fundamental rights
  12. Citizens rule through elected representatives
  13. Branch The lawmaking branch of government
  14. A separate part of a document
  15. Having the proper size in relation to other objects or items
  16. Protection The equal application of the law regardless of a person's race, religion, political beliefs, or other qualities
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  1. Government Government with limited powers strictly defined by law.
  2. A change or correction, or improvement added to a document
  3. College The special group of electors chosen to vote for president and vice president
  4. To reject a bill and prevent it from becoming a law
  5. Branch The branch of government that executes, or carries out, the law; headed by the president
  6. The legal process of becoming a citizen
  7. Powers A power specifically given Congress in the Constitution
  8. The sharing of power between the federal and state governments
  9. The freeing of individual enslaved persons
  10. Powers A power shared by the federal and state governments
  11. Having two separate lawmaking chambers
  12. of Rights The first ten amendments to the Constitution
  13. Sovereignty The belief that the government is subject to the will of the people

29 Clues: To approve officially • A separate part of a document • Having two separate lawmaking chambers • The legal process of becoming a citizen • A special condition in a formal document • Branch The lawmaking branch of government • The freeing of individual enslaved persons • Powers A power belonging only to the states • Citizens rule through elected representatives • ...

Chapter 5: Legislative Branch 2023-12-11

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

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

Lesson Two 2025-02-04

Lesson Two crossword puzzle
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  1. of independence
  2. Carta
  3. Bonaparte
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  1. 911
  2. Army
  3. Revolution
  4. of rights
  5. Terror

8 Clues: 911 • Army • Carta • Terror • of rights • Bonaparte • Revolution • of independence

American Government Vocab Unit 1 2016-10-03

American Government Vocab Unit 1 crossword puzzle
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  1. the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution concerning basic individual rights
  2. demonstrates the idea of limited government that the king's power was not absolute
  3. for every five slaves, the state would receive a count of three people towards their population and representatives
  4. weak government after declaring independence from Britain
  5. any right that exists by virtue of natural law
  6. a plan that wanted a bicameral Congress and a national government that consisted of three branches of supreme power, legislative, executive, and judicial; states would gain representatives based on population; supported by larger states of the south
  7. one house Congress
  8. decided on a bicameral legislation (Congress) and an equal number of representatives from each state; compromise between the Virginia Plan and the New Jersey plan
  9. A charter agreed to by King John of England that granted nobles certain rights and restricted the Kings power
  10. a plan that wanted a unicameral Congress and a national government that consisted of three branches of supreme power, legislature, executive, and judicial; all states have an equal vote; supported by the small states
  11. result of the Boston tea party; British close the Port of Boston and enforce the quartering of troops
  12. British soldiers accidentally open fire on colonists, killing three and wounding two; led colonists to think of rebelling
  13. supported the Constitution; believed a Bill of Rights was unnecessary
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  1. tax on paper goods, required stamp; led colonists to boycott British goods
  2. British impose taxes on tea, lead, glass, and paper, called Townshend Acts; patriots dressed as Indians dump 342 crates of tea into the Boston harbor
  3. known as the Age of Reason
  4. philosopher who believed in avoiding concentrated power, the 3 branches and checks and balances
  5. provides the principle of individual rights; gave parliament more power, protected freedom of religion and speech, and limited government power
  6. decided on an indirect election of the president by the Electoral College, a 4 year term, and no limit on the number of terms
  7. British against the French for control of North America; British won but we're left with huge debt
  8. official resolution to declare independence from Britain written by John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Robert Livingston, Roger Sherman, and Thomas Jefferson
  9. two house Congress
  10. opposed the Constitution; believe a Bill of Rights was necessary to protect individual liberty
  11. refers to the idea of representative government; highly values citizen participation, public good, and civic virtue
  12. book written by Thomas Paine; persuasively made the case to break from England

25 Clues: one house Congress • two house Congress • known as the Age of Reason • any right that exists by virtue of natural law • weak government after declaring independence from Britain • supported the Constitution; believed a Bill of Rights was unnecessary • tax on paper goods, required stamp; led colonists to boycott British goods • ...

GDPR Christmas Crossword 2017-12-05

GDPR Christmas Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. Scrooge’s first name
  2. GDPR will require greater control over how………information is used
  3. Of all the rights, this the most moving!
  4. UK organisation responsible for enforcing GDPR
  5. GDPR requires you to maintain …….. of your processing activities
  6. Month in which GDPR goes live
  7. Festive desert with a misleading name, banned by English Puritans because it was deemed to be 'sinfully rich'
  8. Santander’s new DPO
  9. Important Bill, set to become law in May 2018
  10. GDPR requires that personal data shall be processed lawfully, fairly, and in a …..manner in relation to individuals
  11. Skin that hangs from a turkey’s neck
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  1. One of Santa’s eight rights reindeers!
  2. County in which ICO Head Office is based
  3. How Good King Wenceslas likes his pizzas?
  4. A Christmas word which means 'turning of the sun'
  5. It care fiction changes for Right reason!
  6. Organisations can be fined up to ….per cent of annual global turnover for breaching GDPR
  7. GDPR pines changes to supportive metal!
  8. Does Brexit mean we don’t have to comply with GDPR?
  9. The biggest grossing Christmas movie of all time
  10. The GDPR gives you eight of these

21 Clues: Santander’s new DPO • Scrooge’s first name • Month in which GDPR goes live • The GDPR gives you eight of these • Skin that hangs from a turkey’s neck • One of Santa’s eight rights reindeers! • GDPR pines changes to supportive metal! • County in which ICO Head Office is based • Of all the rights, this the most moving! • How Good King Wenceslas likes his pizzas? • ...

Do you really know us, or are you PUZZLED? 2022-04-04

Do you really know us, or are you PUZZLED? crossword puzzle
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  1. What kind of car Tracy drives
  2. Where Tracy and Bill live
  3. Tracys childhood dog
  4. Where Tracy and Bill met
  5. Tracys favorite kind of documentary
  6. Where Bill went to high school
  7. Bills favorite game
  8. The town Tracy and Bill first lived together
  9. Big Big
  10. How many(blood)nieces and nephews between the two
  11. Bill and Tracys first pet
  12. Tuckers middle name
  13. How many years Tracy and Bill have been together
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  1. But first
  2. What Tracy appreciates most about Bill
  3. Tracys favorite season
  4. Month Tracy and Bill began dating
  5. Where Tracy and Bill will honeymoon
  6. Tracys high school mascot
  7. Bills dads name
  8. Where Tracy works
  9. Tracys childhood nickname
  10. Bills initials
  11. Where Tracy and Bill got engaged
  12. First concert together
  13. Macis middle name
  14. Tracy and Bills first vacation destination
  15. Tracys nickname for Bill
  16. Mas
  17. How many siblings Bill has
  18. Bills favorite color
  19. Bills favorite sports team

32 Clues: Mas • Big Big • But first • Bills initials • Bills dads name • Where Tracy works • Macis middle name • Bills favorite game • Tuckers middle name • Tracys childhood dog • Bills favorite color • Tracys favorite season • First concert together • Where Tracy and Bill met • Tracys nickname for Bill • Tracys high school mascot • Where Tracy and Bill live • Tracys childhood nickname • ...

African American Civil Rights in the 1960s 2021-07-02

African American Civil Rights in the 1960s crossword puzzle
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  1. / The name of the group who became more militant to get the vote in the late 1960s in legacy of Malcolm X
  2. / Which part of the USA did Malcolm X focus his protest and movement? He criticised King for ignoring the issues here
  3. / In 1968, a new Civil Rights Law was passed to ensure fair _________. Something which had been overlooked previously
  4. / 4 letter acronym for the group led by MLK, they pioneered mass peaceful protest as a method used to advance Civil Rights
  5. / Name of the bus rides taken across states to protest Bus Segregation
  6. / This President replaced JFK in late 1963. As part of JFK's legacy, he ensured the passing of the Civil Rights Law.
  7. / Name of the city where Martin Luther King was assassinated in 1968.
  8. / At this famous protest, 1/4 of a million people gathered to listen to MLK's I have a dream speech. March on _____
  9. / First name of the former Nation of Islam leader who's assassination sparked riots in Northern cities in 1965
  10. / To protest segregation, many people from the SNCC performed _____ in Woolworths lunch counters across the south
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  1. / This law was passed by Johnson, under pressure from MLK, in 1965. The _________ rights act
  2. / Name for the day of violent backlash to the first Selma to Montgomery march in Alabama in 1965. Bloody ______
  3. / Name of the town in a famous letter written by MLK in 1963
  4. / The name of the campaign led by Lyndon Johnson to improve the working lives of all Americans G_____-S_______
  5. / This President was assassinated in 1963, before he could pass his Civil Rights Bill as Law
  6. / Following the assassination of both MLK and Malcolm X in the late 1960s, lots of Civil Rights groups became more ______
  7. / The name of the type of building blown up in Birmingham, Alabama killing 4 young girls in 1963
  8. / Name of the Conservative President at the end of the 1960s who began to slow down Civil Rights changes
  9. / 4 letter acronym for the student led civil rights group in the 1960s. They were responsible for protests like the sit-ins
  10. / In order to get voting rights, MLK organised a famous march, called the ______ to Montgomery march

20 Clues: / Name of the town in a famous letter written by MLK in 1963 • / Name of the city where Martin Luther King was assassinated in 1968. • / Name of the bus rides taken across states to protest Bus Segregation • / This law was passed by Johnson, under pressure from MLK, in 1965. The _________ rights act • ...

Building a New Nation 2022-01-10

Building a New Nation crossword puzzle
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  1. -a representative, someone voting on your behalf
  2. -rules of a country, and rights of the citizen
  3. -the branch that judges laws
  4. -the branch that has the president at the head, enforces laws
  5. -all future generations of people
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  1. -money owed
  2. -entitlements a human deserves, things a humans need that a government should protect
  3. - reject a bill
  4. -the branch that makes laws
  5. -law making group of people
  6. -money, in the form of paper or coin
  7. -citizens give money to the government to help run the country

12 Clues: -money owed • - reject a bill • -the branch that makes laws • -law making group of people • -the branch that judges laws • -all future generations of people • -money, in the form of paper or coin • -rules of a country, and rights of the citizen • -a representative, someone voting on your behalf • -the branch that has the president at the head, enforces laws • ...

A. B. civics assignment 9 2023-04-20

A. B. civics assignment 9 crossword puzzle
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  1. 15 the bill ______ is the first ten amendments.
  2. 18 ___________ branch makes laws.
  3. 20 ______________ Democracy is what the U.S.A. is a has representatives vote for you.
  4. 4 two house system.
  5. 19 ______ Democracy is where everyone votes on every problem.
  6. 8 the number of Amendments the US constitution has.
  7. 17 _________ branch enforces laws.
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  1. 16 ________ branch interprets laws.
  2. 11 a person who brakes a law is a ________.
  3. 5 before a law is passed it is a ____.
  4. 3 head of executive office.
  5. 14 minnesota's current ________ is Tim Walz.
  6. 6 the constitution is the _______ law of land.
  7. 13 the constitution is the supreme ___ of the land.
  8. 2 _______ place a place where you vote.
  9. 12 the president opponents Supreme _____.
  10. 1 current US president(lats name).
  11. 9 the constitution has 27 of these (not plural).
  12. 10 "only two things are inevitable death and _____"Benjamin Franklin.
  13. 7 the president has the ability to do this to bills.

20 Clues: 4 two house system. • 3 head of executive office. • 18 ___________ branch makes laws. • 1 current US president(lats name). • 17 _________ branch enforces laws. • 16 ________ branch interprets laws. • 5 before a law is passed it is a ____. • 2 _______ place a place where you vote. • 12 the president opponents Supreme _____. • 11 a person who brakes a law is a ________. • ...

Civics Cross Words 2024-11-15

Civics Cross Words crossword puzzle
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  1. has 2 parts the Senate and House of representatives
  2. the branch of the U.S. government that makes the laws
  3. the bill that gives U.S. citizen their basic rights
  4. A change to the constitution
  5. a form of government where the people have the power
  6. all people must follow the laws even if you are the president
  7. the rules for a government
  8. rights that are necessities for all people
  9. a council or group that normally has high legislative functions
  10. the number of amendments there are to the U.S. constitution today
  11. the citizens give power to the government so the government will protect their rights
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  1. the elected leader of the U.S. executive branch
  2. gave religious freedom
  3. means that the government is not all powerful it is limited to what it can do
  4. Americas first attempt at a governing system that failed horribly
  5. puts laws into effect
  6. people who apposed the U.S. constitution
  7. the letter to Britain that stated that the United States was going to become a nation of its own
  8. the beginning of the U.S. constitution
  9. to accept or pass a law

20 Clues: puts laws into effect • gave religious freedom • to accept or pass a law • the rules for a government • A change to the constitution • the beginning of the U.S. constitution • people who apposed the U.S. constitution • rights that are necessities for all people • the elected leader of the U.S. executive branch • has 2 parts the Senate and House of representatives • ...

Constitution and Bill of rights Crossword 2023-03-07

Constitution and Bill of rights Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. can't come in your home with out one
  2. "I plead the..."
  3. one of the people that wrote the constitution
  4. can't stay at your home with out your permission
  5. tenth amendment says protection of state's___
  6. amendment says no cruel or unusual punishment
  7. six amendment gives you the right to a ____ trial
  8. the amendment that guarantees the right to a jury
  9. the second amendment give you the right to
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  1. one of the people that wrote the constitution
  2. the is a part of the Judicicial
  3. ninth amendment that gives other rights that are not
  4. is a part of the executive
  5. the branch that makes ___ is Legislative
  6. one of the rights the first amendment gives you

15 Clues: "I plead the..." • is a part of the executive • the is a part of the Judicicial • can't come in your home with out one • the branch that makes ___ is Legislative • the second amendment give you the right to • one of the people that wrote the constitution • one of the people that wrote the constitution • tenth amendment says protection of state's___ • ...

Constitution and Bill of rights Crossword 2023-03-07

Constitution and Bill of rights Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. can't come in your home with out one
  2. can't stay at your home with out your permission
  3. the branch that makes ___ is Legislative
  4. ninth amendment that gives other rights that are not
  5. the is a part of the Judicicial
  6. the amendment that guarantees the right to a jury
  7. "I plead the..."
  8. one of the people that wrote the constitution
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  1. one of the people that wrote the constitution
  2. is a part of the executive
  3. tenth amendment says protection of state's___
  4. amendment says no cruel or unusual punishment
  5. the second amendment give you the right to
  6. six amendment gives you the right to a ____ trial
  7. one of the rights the first amendment gives you

15 Clues: "I plead the..." • is a part of the executive • the is a part of the Judicicial • can't come in your home with out one • the branch that makes ___ is Legislative • the second amendment give you the right to • one of the people that wrote the constitution • tenth amendment says protection of state's___ • amendment says no cruel or unusual punishment • ...

The Constitution & The Bill of Rights 2023-03-07

The Constitution & The Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
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  1. people should have a right to a speedy public trial
  2. "i plead the.."
  3. how many changes has the constitution had?
  4. people cannot give extra needes,fines, and punishments that are not fair
  5. who makes laws
  6. number of amendments in the constitution
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  1. things that are not in the constitution go to the states
  2. congress is not allowed to make laws against our free rights to live in the U.S.
  3. people have the right to keep their personal things in their house
  4. people do not have to speak without a lawyer
  5. who wrote the constitution
  6. people are allowed to have weapons for safety weapons
  7. The judges cannot exceed a bail for a small crime
  8. people have the rights that are in the constitution
  9. soliders have to be given permission to enter someone else's house

15 Clues: who makes laws • "i plead the.." • who wrote the constitution • number of amendments in the constitution • how many changes has the constitution had? • people do not have to speak without a lawyer • The judges cannot exceed a bail for a small crime • people should have a right to a speedy public trial • people have the rights that are in the constitution • ...

History Grade 3 Review Pgs 91-128 2021-10-28

History Grade 3 Review Pgs 91-128 crossword puzzle
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  1. The Declaration of _____________ was a written document that told the world why America wanted to be free from England.
  2. George Washington was a ____________during the French and Indian War.
  3. A person who draws plans to a building is called an ___________________.
  4. A trip taken by a group of people to explore a new land
  5. Jefferson, The third president of the United States
  6. James Armistead was the first African-American double __________
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  1. Someone who measures land and draws maps is called a __________________.
  2. America's document that guides the governement is called the ______________.
  3. Patrick Henry was an American patriot who said, "Give me _______ or give me death."
  4. Monticello was a ___________ designed by Thomas Jefferson.
  5. The Consitutional Convention was a meeting to write a new plan of government and choose the first _____________.
  6. Patrick Henry demanded The Bill of Rights be added to the Constitution to guarantee the ________________ Americans had fought for.
  7. The Bill of Rights contains the first ______ amendments to the Consitution.

13 Clues: Jefferson, The third president of the United States • A trip taken by a group of people to explore a new land • Monticello was a ___________ designed by Thomas Jefferson. • James Armistead was the first African-American double __________ • George Washington was a ____________during the French and Indian War. • ...

The Constitutional Convention 2025-09-30

The Constitutional Convention crossword puzzle
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  1. ___ of Rights
  2. Alexander _________
  3. Number of Federalist Papers written
  4. Plan for the representation of states in congress
  5. _____Rebellion
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  1. the group that opposed anti federalists
  2. Two sceptical states
  3. George____
  4. number of states needed to ratify the Constitution
  5. Constitution_____ Papers

10 Clues: George____ • ___ of Rights • _____Rebellion • Alexander _________ • Two sceptical states • Constitution_____ Papers • Number of Federalist Papers written • the group that opposed anti federalists • Plan for the representation of states in congress • number of states needed to ratify the Constitution

Government 2015-10-05

Government crossword puzzle
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  1. To change or improve something
  2. Group made up of all Senators and Members of Parliament from same political party.
  3. The person in charge of a meeting. Directs the discussion of business in a Senate or a House of Commons committee meeting
  4. Process of choosing a representative by vote
  5. Chosen by Prime Minister to help govern
  6. Leader of party in power and Head of Government
  7. A proposal for a law to be considered by Parliament
  8. One of three parts of Parliament, MPs meet and debate
  9. A formal event that follows rules or traditions
  10. A group of all Ministers. Makes decisions about the Government's priorities and policies
  11. A person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country
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  1. Last stage before a bill becomes a law
  2. The city where a country's legislature is located
  3. Of two chambers, or rooms
  4. Government of Canada that acts, speaks for country
  5. Meeting of the Senate or House of Commons within a session
  6. Represents a region of Canada, appointed by Gov General
  7. Another word for constituency or electoral district
  8. One of two large rooms in the Centre Block. Where Senators meet to discuss business.
  9. A group of Senators, Members of Parliament, or both, selected to study a specific subject or bill and write a report about it
  10. Government's plan for how it will collect and spend money each year.

21 Clues: Of two chambers, or rooms • To change or improve something • Last stage before a bill becomes a law • Chosen by Prime Minister to help govern • Process of choosing a representative by vote • Leader of party in power and Head of Government • A formal event that follows rules or traditions • The city where a country's legislature is located • ...

Georgia government 2023-04-11

Georgia government crossword puzzle
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  1. a set of rules enforced by the government
  2. the elected head official of a U.S state.
  3. draft a law.
  4. branch of government that enforces laws.
  5. age qualification in order to vote.
  6. this house has a total of 56 members.
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  1. branch of government that makes laws.
  2. this house has a total of 180 members
  3. to stop or override an action.
  4. small group of legislators who debate about a bill.
  5. branch of government that can say laws are unconstitutional.
  6. age requirement to become Georgia governor.
  7. first part of the Georgia constitution.
  8. money that is taken from taxes in a state for the state government.
  9. something a citizen has the freedom to do and is also found in the first article of the Georgia constitution.

15 Clues: draft a law. • to stop or override an action. • age qualification in order to vote. • branch of government that makes laws. • this house has a total of 180 members • this house has a total of 56 members. • first part of the Georgia constitution. • branch of government that enforces laws. • a set of rules enforced by the government • the elected head official of a U.S state. • ...

Bill of Rights - Jonah and Gabe 2016-04-08

Bill of Rights - Jonah and Gabe crossword puzzle
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  1. A trial in which the issue is determined by a judge in a jury, usually with 12 members whose job is to determine facts and make a judgment of guilty or not guilty; protected in the 6th amendment.
  2. A system of justice accorhttps://crosswordlabs.com/#ding to establish rules and principles; based on the principle in the Fifth Amendment that a person cannot be deprived of life, liberty, or property without appropriate legal procedures and protections.
  3. A guarantee under the 14th amendment that a state must treat a citizen or class of citizens the same as it treats other citizens or classes in like circumstances.
  4. According to the 9th amendment, any right that is not specifically addressed in the Constitution still may be protected.
  5. The prosecution of a defendant for a criminal offense for which he has already been tried; prohibited in the fifth amendment.
  6. The act of a person refusing to testify under an oath in a court of law on the grounds that the answers could be used as evidence against him to convict of a criminal offense.
  7. An amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibiting Congress from establishing a religion and from interfering with freedom of religious exercise, press, speech, assembly, or petition.
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  1. The idea in the second amendment that people have an individual right to own and carry weapons.
  2. The right to vote; protected in the 15th, 19th, 24th, and 26th amendment.
  3. Punishment prohibited by the 8th amendment to the U.S. Constitution; includes forms of punishment too severe for the crime committed.
  4. The right of a defendant to be assisted by an attorney, and if he cannot afford his own lawyer, the government must appoint one for him; established in the sixth amendment.
  5. The process by which police or other authorities who suspect that a crime has been committed to do a search on a persons property and cut any relevant evidence to the crime; protection from illegal search and seizure is in the 4th amendment.
  6. The first ten amendments of the Constitution establishing rights and protections for American citizens.
  7. The right of the government to take private property for the public use; The fifth amendment requires that fair compensation be made when property is taken under eminent domain.

14 Clues: The right to vote; protected in the 15th, 19th, 24th, and 26th amendment. • The idea in the second amendment that people have an individual right to own and carry weapons. • The first ten amendments of the Constitution establishing rights and protections for American citizens. • ...

US Constitution and Bill of Rights 2023-03-21

US Constitution and Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
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  1. right to keep and bear arms
  2. freedom from excessive bail and cruel punishment
  3. freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, petition
  4. branch of government that interprets laws
  5. head of executive branch
  6. right to speedy and public trial
  7. declares war, regulates commerce,controls taxes
  8. right to due process and freedom from self-incrimination
  9. anything not specific to federal government still belong to states and people
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  1. branch of government that makes laws
  2. decides if laws follow constitution
  3. branch of government that enforces the laws
  4. no quartering soldiers
  5. all rights not in Constitution are still rights
  6. right to trial by jury in civil cases
  7. freedom from unreasonable search and seizure

16 Clues: no quartering soldiers • head of executive branch • right to keep and bear arms • right to speedy and public trial • decides if laws follow constitution • branch of government that makes laws • right to trial by jury in civil cases • branch of government that interprets laws • branch of government that enforces the laws • freedom from unreasonable search and seizure • ...

Unit 5: The Bill of Rights 2021-11-24

Unit 5: The Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
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  1. to change
  2. Amendments that protect citizens if they have been acccused of a crime
  3. Criticizing the government is protected by the _____
  4. 6th Amendment guarantees the right to a speedy _____
  5. Serving on a jury or voting are examples of ______
  6. This amendment provides citizens with an attorney
  7. First amendment protects our freedom of religion, assembly, press, _____, and speech
  8. 8th Amendment protects against cruel and unusual _____
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  1. Protects the right to bear arms
  2. A newspaper writing an editorial about the President is an example of _____
  3. 4th Amendment protects citizens against illegal _____
  4. 3rd Amendment states that citizens do not have to _____ soldiers
  5. Two-thirds of both houses plus three-fourths of all states equals _____ added
  6. 7th Amendment deals with _____ or non-criminal trials

14 Clues: to change • Protects the right to bear arms • This amendment provides citizens with an attorney • Serving on a jury or voting are examples of ______ • Criticizing the government is protected by the _____ • 6th Amendment guarantees the right to a speedy _____ • 4th Amendment protects citizens against illegal _____ • 7th Amendment deals with _____ or non-criminal trials • ...

Bill of Rights and civil Liberties 2025-11-11

Bill of Rights and civil Liberties crossword puzzle
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  1. Police need these to search your home legally.
  2. The Fourth Amendment protects you from unreasonable ones.
  3. The Second Amendment protects your right to own one.
  4. The government cannot establish one or stop you from practicing yours.
  5. The First Amendment protects this freedom to speak your mind.
  6. Basic freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution.
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  1. The right to request changes from the government.
  2. The Fifth Amendment guarantees this before punishment.
  3. The ability to share ideas openly.
  4. The right to gather peacefully in groups.
  5. A group of citizens who decide the outcome of a trial.
  6. This freedom allows journalists to report without censorship.
  7. The general term for being free from government control.
  8. Another word for personal freedom.

14 Clues: The ability to share ideas openly. • Another word for personal freedom. • The right to gather peacefully in groups. • Police need these to search your home legally. • Basic freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution. • The right to request changes from the government. • The Second Amendment protects your right to own one. • ...

Movie Test March '23 2023-03-30

Movie Test March '23 crossword puzzle
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  1. Often Bill's pride would lead to ______
  2. The profession that Bill and his father belong to
  3. Where Bill would be dropped off before walking
  4. The type of selling method that involves walking and knocking
  5. One of the two words that guide Bill's life
  6. The name of the assistant hired by Bill
  7. The lead actor and co-writer of the film
  8. One of the two words that guide Bill's life
  9. Bill uses these instead of heavy catalogs
  10. The film was nominated for 12 ____ awards
  11. The genre of this film
  12. The birth defect that limits Bill's physical capabilities
  13. The network that aired this movie
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  1. What happens to put Bill in the hospital
  2. The city in which the film is set
  3. What Bill decides to do after expensive hospital bills
  4. The path bill takes everyday to speak with customers
  5. After retiring, Bill creates a ___ to sell products
  6. The young boy that Bill scares grows up to be a ______
  7. The award given to Bill after decades of hard work
  8. The cherished item owned by Bill's dad
  9. The medical item that caused Bill's birth defects
  10. A word that frustrates and angers Bill
  11. Large ____ were applied to the actor's face to capture the look of Bill
  12. Bill gets upset when his assistant uses the ____ for him
  13. The company that Bill works for
  14. Bill's mom begins to struggle with her ______
  15. The state in which the film is set

28 Clues: The genre of this film • The company that Bill works for • The city in which the film is set • The network that aired this movie • The state in which the film is set • The cherished item owned by Bill's dad • A word that frustrates and angers Bill • Often Bill's pride would lead to ______ • The name of the assistant hired by Bill • What happens to put Bill in the hospital • ...

History Test Study 2 2021-12-14

History Test Study 2 crossword puzzle
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  1. The father of the bill of rights
  2. Has the power to declare war under the constitution
  3. The father of the decloration of independence
  4. was one of the namesake of Shay's rebellion
  5. term length for U.S Representatives
  6. Second Governor of New York, and First Chief Justice of the United States.
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  1. People vote on everything diretly
  2. first 10 amendments in the constitution
  3. This branch holds the power to veto a bill
  4. a founder of the sons of liberty

10 Clues: The father of the bill of rights • a founder of the sons of liberty • People vote on everything diretly • term length for U.S Representatives • first 10 amendments in the constitution • This branch holds the power to veto a bill • was one of the namesake of Shay's rebellion • The father of the decloration of independence • ...

VAEB MLK Black History Month Crossword Puzzle 2025-01-08

VAEB MLK Black History Month Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. The national holiday commemorating Dr.King Jr is observed on a ___ (day of the week).
  2. Dr.King Jr's title; he was a Reverend or ___.
  3. The award given to individuals for promoting peace, which Dr.King Jr won in 1964.
  4. The title of Dr.King Jr's book (Why We Can't ___).
  5. Dr.King Jr's first name.
  6. The last name of the U.S. President who signed the bill to create MLK Day.
  7. The peaceful protest led by Dr.King Jr. in Montgomery in 1955.
  8. The month MLK Day is celebrated.
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  1. Dr.King Jr's wife, ___ Scott King.
  2. Dr.King Jr was a leader of the Civil Rights ___.
  3. The Number of times Dr. King Jr was arrested during his 13 years as a civil rights leader.
  4. The famous "I Have a ___" speech.
  5. The age Dr.King Jr enrolled into Morehouse College
  6. The civil rights demonstration that took place on August 28, 1963 (March on ___).
  7. Dr.King Jr's philosophy of nonviolent ___.
  8. The city where Dr.King Jr. was born.
  9. Dr.King Jr's famous letter written from ___ jail.
  10. Dr. King Jr and his wife had ___ children (Number of Children).

18 Clues: Dr.King Jr's first name. • The month MLK Day is celebrated. • The famous "I Have a ___" speech. • Dr.King Jr's wife, ___ Scott King. • The city where Dr.King Jr. was born. • Dr.King Jr's philosophy of nonviolent ___. • Dr.King Jr's title; he was a Reverend or ___. • Dr.King Jr was a leader of the Civil Rights ___. • Dr.King Jr's famous letter written from ___ jail. • ...

Bill of Rights& the 7 Principles of Government. 2022-03-02

Bill of Rights& the 7 Principles of Government. crossword puzzle
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  1. the ideology of governing a nation as a republic
  2. the legislative, executive, and judicial functions of government are divided among separate and independent branches
  3. Right to keep and bear arms in order to maintain a well regulated militia.
  4. No quartering of soldiers.
  5. Any government that separates powers among different branches
  6. Freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishments.
  7. Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures.
  8. a political philosophy in which a group of people are bound together
  9. the rights needed by each individual
  10. Powers reserved to the states.
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  1. Other rights of the people.
  2. a form of government with roles
  3. the idea that the power of a state
  4. Right of trial by jury in civil cases.
  5. Rights of accused persons, e.g., right to a speedy and public trial.
  6. Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.
  7. Right to due process of law, freedom from self-incrimination, double jeopardy

17 Clues: No quartering of soldiers. • Other rights of the people. • Powers reserved to the states. • a form of government with roles • the idea that the power of a state • the rights needed by each individual • Right of trial by jury in civil cases. • the ideology of governing a nation as a republic • Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures. • ...

Bill of Rights& the 7 Principles of Government 2022-02-23

Bill of Rights& the 7 Principles of Government crossword puzzle
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  1. The central government is separated into three branches.
  2. FREEDOM OF THE PRESS, RELIGION, ASSEMBLE, SPEECH, AND PETITION THE GOVERNMENT
  3. Everyone must follow the law. The government is not all powerful.
  4. NO CITIZEN SHOULD BE FORCED TO QUARTER SOLDIERS IN THEIR HOMES
  5. The idea that the people hold the power in the government. They exercise this power by voting
  6. STATES PEOPLE HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT ARE NOT ADDRESSED IN THE CONSTITUTION
  7. PROVIDES FOR JURY TRIALS IN CIVIL CASES
  8. PROVIDES FOR THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS ACCUSED OF A CRIME
  9. Each branch of the government has a way to limit the powers of the other two branches.Each branch of the government has a way to limit the powers of the other two branches.
  10. People elect representatives to make laws for them
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  1. RIGHT TO BE INFORMED OF CHARGES, RIGHT TO A SPEEDY TRIAL, RIGHT TO A JURY, RIGHT TO A LAWYER, FACE PEOPLE AGAINST YOU, CALL YOUR WITNESSES
  2. PROHIBITS UNREASONABLE ARRESTS AND SEARCHES
  3. Citizens are given unalienable rights that cannot be taken away without a trial.
  4. SAYS ALL POWERS NOT GIVEN TO THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ARE KEPT BY THE STATES OR THE PEOPLE
  5. PROTECTS THE RIGHTS TO CARRY AND BEAR ARMS
  6. The Federal and the state governments share power. Each has roles that only they can fulfill and some they share.
  7. SETS LIMITATIONS ON BAIL AND PUNISHMENTS

17 Clues: PROVIDES FOR JURY TRIALS IN CIVIL CASES • SETS LIMITATIONS ON BAIL AND PUNISHMENTS • PROTECTS THE RIGHTS TO CARRY AND BEAR ARMS • PROHIBITS UNREASONABLE ARRESTS AND SEARCHES • People elect representatives to make laws for them • PROVIDES FOR THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS ACCUSED OF A CRIME • The central government is separated into three branches. • ...

Bill of Rights & the 7 Principles of Government. 2022-02-15

Bill of Rights & the 7 Principles of Government. crossword puzzle
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  1. no cruel or unusual punishments
  2. The Congress shall have power to lay and collect taxes on incomes
  3. protects people from unreasonable searches
  4. granted citizenship and equal civil and legal rights
  5. requires a person to receive a majority of the electoral votes for vice president for that person to be elected vice president by the Electoral College
  6. abolished slavery in the United States
  7. freedoms concerning religion
  8. first 10 Amendments
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  1. The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution
  2. the people retain rights absent specific
  3. right to a jury trial
  4. forbids the forcible housing of military personnel in a citizen's home
  5. The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States
  6. prohibits the federal courts from hearing certain lawsuits against states
  7. right to a grand jury
  8. rights of criminal defendants
  9. right of the people to keep and bear arms

17 Clues: first 10 Amendments • right to a jury trial • right to a grand jury • freedoms concerning religion • rights of criminal defendants • no cruel or unusual punishments • abolished slavery in the United States • the people retain rights absent specific • right of the people to keep and bear arms • protects people from unreasonable searches • ...

American Revolution Vocabulary Practice 2022-11-13

American Revolution Vocabulary Practice crossword puzzle
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  1. Branch of government that determines if the implementation of a law is fair
  2. All 13 states have to agree in order to ______ the constitution
  3. A branch of the government Ex: President, Police Officer, Governor
  4. Supreme law of the land
  5. "I don't want your tea!"
  6. The King's fan club
  7. The Declaration of Independence is a list of...
  8. Protected in the Bill of Rights
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  1. Western border for the British colony following the Proclamation of 1763
  2. Another name for American Rebel
  3. Began with the declaration of independence
  4. The people who take a bill and make it into a law
  5. Act that the king passed to raise money to pay off war debts
  6. Popular Sovereignty is a political example of...
  7. A failed attempt at democracy

15 Clues: The King's fan club • Supreme law of the land • "I don't want your tea!" • A failed attempt at democracy • Another name for American Rebel • Protected in the Bill of Rights • Began with the declaration of independence • The Declaration of Independence is a list of... • Popular Sovereignty is a political example of... • The people who take a bill and make it into a law • ...

American Government Vocab Unit 1 2016-10-04

American Government Vocab Unit 1 crossword puzzle
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  1. a plan that wanted a bicameral Congress and a national government that consisted of three branches of supreme power, legislative, executive, and judicial; states would gain representatives based on population; supported by larger states of the south
  2. provides the principle of individual rights; gave parliament more power, protected freedom of religion and speech, and limited government power
  3. book written by Thomas Paine; persuasively made the case to break from England
  4. for every five slaves, the state would receive a count of three people towards their population and representatives
  5. official resolution to declare independence from Britain written by John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Robert Livingston, Roger Sherman, and Thomas Jefferson
  6. any right that exists by virtue of natural law
  7. demonstrates the idea of limited government that the king's power was not absolute
  8. result of the Boston tea party; British close the Port of Boston and enforce the quartering of troops
  9. British impose taxes on tea, lead, glass, and paper, called Townshend Acts; patriots dressed as Indians dump 342 crates of tea into the Boston harbor
  10. opposed the Constitution; believe a Bill of Rights was necessary to protect individual liberty
  11. British soldiers accidentally open fire on colonists, killing three and wounding two; led colonists to think of rebelling
  12. known as the Age of Reason
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  1. supported the Constitution; believed a Bill of Rights was unnecessary
  2. weak government after declaring independence from Britain
  3. British against the French for control of North America; British won but we're left with huge debt
  4. tax on paper goods, required stamp; led colonists to boycott British goods
  5. decided on an indirect election of the president by the Electoral College, a 4 year term, and no limit on the number of terms
  6. a plan that wanted a unicameral Congress and a national government that consisted of three branches of supreme power, legislature, executive, and judicial; all states have an equal vote; supported by the small states
  7. refers to the idea of representative government; highly values citizen participation, public good, and civic virtue
  8. decided on a bicameral legislation (Congress) and an equal number of representatives from each state; compromise between the Virginia Plan and the New Jersey plan
  9. the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution concerning basic individual rights
  10. A charter agreed to by King John of England that granted nobles certain rights and restricted the Kings power
  11. philosopher who believed in avoiding concentrated power, the 3 branches and checks and balances
  12. one house Congress
  13. two house Congress

25 Clues: one house Congress • two house Congress • known as the Age of Reason • any right that exists by virtue of natural law • weak government after declaring independence from Britain • supported the Constitution; believed a Bill of Rights was unnecessary • tax on paper goods, required stamp; led colonists to boycott British goods • ...

Government 2015-10-05

Government crossword puzzle
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  1. One of two large rooms in the Centre Block. Where Senators meet to discuss business.
  2. One of three parts of Parliament, MPs meet and debate
  3. A group of Senators, Members of Parliament, or both, selected to study a specific subject or bill and write a report about it
  4. Of two chambers, or rooms
  5. Represents a region of Canada, appointed by Gov General
  6. Chosen by Prime Minister to help govern
  7. Government's plan for how it will collect and spend money each year.
  8. A person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country
  9. Group made up of all Senators and Members of Parliament from same political party.
  10. Process of choosing a representative by vote
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  1. Government of Canada that acts, speaks for country
  2. Another word for constituency or electoral district
  3. A formal event that follows rules or traditions
  4. Last stage before a bill becomes a law
  5. The city where a country's legislature is located
  6. A group of all Ministers. Makes decisions about the Government's priorities and policies
  7. The person in charge of a meeting. Directs the discussion of business in a Senate or a House of Commons committee meeting
  8. Leader of party in power and Head of Government
  9. A proposal for a law to be considered by Parliament
  10. To change or improve something
  11. Meeting of the Senate or House of Commons within a session

21 Clues: Of two chambers, or rooms • To change or improve something • Last stage before a bill becomes a law • Chosen by Prime Minister to help govern • Process of choosing a representative by vote • A formal event that follows rules or traditions • Leader of party in power and Head of Government • The city where a country's legislature is located • ...

Orlando crossword puzzle 2023-09-15

Orlando crossword puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. turkey time
  2. animals that fly
  3. beefy patty and a bun
  4. day special day for dads
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  1. martin ____ king day
  2. something that swim in the water and get catch with worms
  3. smoothing that chases mice
  4. bark ans wags in tail
  5. puzzle puzzle that u have to find the right words
  6. trick or treat
  7. of rights paper that makes us have equal rights
  8. a screen where u can watch any show or movie on it

12 Clues: turkey time • trick or treat • animals that fly • martin ____ king day • bark ans wags in tail • beefy patty and a bun • smoothing that chases mice • day special day for dads • of rights paper that makes us have equal rights • a screen where u can watch any show or movie on it • puzzle puzzle that u have to find the right words • ...

Ammendments 2025-05-23

Ammendments crossword puzzle
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  1. – No quartering of ______ in private homes during peace.
  2. – Protects against illegal ______ and seizures.
  3. – Gave citizenship to all born in the U.S., including former ______.
  4. – Says powers not given to the federal government go to the ______.
  5. – Gave ______ the right to vote.
  6. – No cruel or ______ punishment.
  7. – Guarantees freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.
  8. – Protects the right to keep and bear ____.
  9. – Right to a speedy and public ______.
  10. – Abolished ______ in the U.S.
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  1. – Limits the President to two ______.
  2. – The 21st Amendment did this to Prohibition.
  3. – You can’t be forced to ______ against yourself in court.
  4. – Bans ______ taxes in voting.
  5. – Guarantees a jury in ______ cases over $20.
  6. – The 18th Amendment started this ban on ______.
  7. of Rights – The first ten ______ to the Constitution.
  8. – Protects rights not written in the ______.
  9. – Gave African American men the right to ____.
  10. – Voting age lowered to ____.

20 Clues: – Voting age lowered to ____. • – Bans ______ taxes in voting. • – Abolished ______ in the U.S. • – Gave ______ the right to vote. • – No cruel or ______ punishment. • – Limits the President to two ______. • – Right to a speedy and public ______. • – Protects the right to keep and bear ____. • – Protects rights not written in the ______. • ...

THE CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1866 2022-01-26

THE CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1866 crossword puzzle
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  1. What month was this act passed?
  2. What amendment was this act similar to?
  3. Who wanted to protect black people's rights through the law?
  4. This bill made it illegal to deny rights based on ____.
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  1. Who vetoed this act?
  2. Who made this act a law?
  3. This bill provided African Americans with _____ rights.

7 Clues: Who vetoed this act? • Who made this act a law? • What month was this act passed? • What amendment was this act similar to? • This bill provided African Americans with _____ rights. • This bill made it illegal to deny rights based on ____. • Who wanted to protect black people's rights through the law?

Midterm Review 2023-12-15

Midterm Review crossword puzzle
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  1. another type of freedom colonists sought 💰
  2. power to approve presidential appointments, treaties, etc.
  3. win-win
  4. when an article shows favoritism based on emotion
  5. document which establishes our system of government
  6. impeachment, advise and consent, judicial review, for example
  7. adding water to gatorade that is too strong
  8. The different governments will control each other, at the same time that each will be controlled by itself
  9. one house legislature
  10. key component of federalism regarding power and the national and state governments
  11. what a credible source lists at the end of their work
  12. enforce
  13. The Tenth Amendment to the Constitution (read it, then ID the basic principle)
  14. popular sovereignty, as a form
  15. drawing congressional districts to maximize influence
  16. write
  17. cause of the American revolution
  18. two house legislature
  19. key component of the legislative process centered around conflict resolution
  20. the Bill of Rights _________ the national government
  21. "Buy this thing you don't need now because it'll make your life better!"
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  1. group which supported ratification of the Constitution
  2. giving a voter more representation than they should have
  3. one type of freedom colonists sought
  4. group based conflict resolution (round table)
  5. Important committee to serve on if you want to control the conversation in the House
  6. president does not veto or sign a bill, but the bill dies
  7. interpret
  8. what the anti-federalists wanted more than anything else
  9. key legislative power in the case Gibbons v. Ogden
  10. delaying a bill with the intent to not stop speaking until it fails
  11. sending a bill being filibustered a lifeline (senate only)
  12. house based on the New Jersey plan (2:state)
  13. compromise
  14. Man Articles of Confederation worst enemy
  15. formal Declaration letter written to King George III
  16. House based on apportionment and census data
  17. another freedom colonists sought 👑

38 Clues: write • win-win • enforce • interpret • compromise • one house legislature • two house legislature • popular sovereignty, as a form • cause of the American revolution • another freedom colonists sought 👑 • one type of freedom colonists sought • Man Articles of Confederation worst enemy • another type of freedom colonists sought 💰 • adding water to gatorade that is too strong • ...

US Government 2015-11-15

US Government crossword puzzle
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  1. Locke said you were born with these rights
  2. Montesquieu wanted this for government's powers
  3. branch that enforces laws
  4. last state to ratify or apporve)Constitution
  5. Hamilton and others argued for strong federal govt.
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  1. changes to Constitution
  2. branch that makes laws
  3. no one branch becomes too powerful
  4. branch that interprets laws
  5. first state to ratify or approve Constitution
  6. sharing power between federal and state governments
  7. Antifederalists wanted bill of rights to protect personal __

12 Clues: branch that makes laws • changes to Constitution • branch that enforces laws • branch that interprets laws • no one branch becomes too powerful • Locke said you were born with these rights • last state to ratify or apporve)Constitution • first state to ratify or approve Constitution • Montesquieu wanted this for government's powers • ...

3.7 2025-10-10

3.7 crossword puzzle
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  1. a landmark decision of the United States Supreme Court holding that the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution had extended the First Amendment's provisions protecting freedom of speech and freedom of the press to apply to the governments of U.S. states
  2. defined obscenity limits
  3. landmark 2008 Supreme Court case that ruled the Second Amendment protects an individual's right to possess a firearm for self-defense
  4. landmark 1833 Supreme Court case that established that the Bill of Rights does not apply to state governments
  5. freedom of speech, religion, press, and assembly
  6. fundamental liberty protected by the first amendment
  7. states cannot tax federal institutions
  8. constitutional principle found in the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments
  9. describes the movement opposing a powerful national government and favoring decentralized power during the US Constitution's ratification debates
  10. by case process of applying most protections in the bill of rights
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  1. protecting an individual's right to practice any religion they choose, or to have no religion at all, without government interference
  2. known as the Father of the Constitution
  3. struck down child labor law
  4. a landmark decision of the US Supreme Court under which prior restraint on publication was found to violate freedom of the press as protected under the First Amendment
  5. only congress regulates interstate commerce
  6. a system of government where power is divided between a central national government and smaller regional governments, such as states or provinces
  7. U.S. Supreme Court case that ruled the Second Amendment right to bear arms applies to state and local governments through the Fourteenth Amendment's Due Process Clause
  8. non profit civil rights organization
  9. granted citizenship to all people who naturalize in United States and guaranteed all citizens "equal protection of the laws" and "due process of law" from the states
  10. requiring the government to pay the "fair market value" of private property when it takes that property for public use through the power of eminent domain.

20 Clues: defined obscenity limits • struck down child labor law • non profit civil rights organization • states cannot tax federal institutions • known as the Father of the Constitution • only congress regulates interstate commerce • freedom of speech, religion, press, and assembly • fundamental liberty protected by the first amendment • ...

People in the Constitution 2023-09-14

People in the Constitution crossword puzzle
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  1. Antifederalist against writing the constitution
  2. "Father of the Constitution"
  3. Didn't sign constitution because it lacked Bill of Rights
  4. Wrote articles defending constitution
  5. New Jersey Plan
  6. Helped write constitution
  7. Devised great compromise
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  1. Called for a balanced government
  2. Authority figure as president of convention
  3. Passionate Antifederalist
  4. Antifederalist pen name
  5. New Massachusetts Constitution
  6. Didn't sign constitution because it lacked Bill of Rights
  7. Antifederalist pen name

14 Clues: New Jersey Plan • Antifederalist pen name • Antifederalist pen name • Devised great compromise • Passionate Antifederalist • Helped write constitution • "Father of the Constitution" • New Massachusetts Constitution • Called for a balanced government • Wrote articles defending constitution • Authority figure as president of convention • ...

Unit 3 Crossword Puzzle 2025-05-22

Unit 3 Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. Rights – The rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality.
  2. Disobedience – The refusal to comply with certain laws as a form of peaceful protest.
  3. – Manipulating the boundaries of an electoral constituency to favor one party.
  4. – People politicians have been elected to represent.
  5. Election – An election in which voters make the final selection of public officials.
  6. Parties – Organized groups that attempt to influence the government by electing their members to office.
  7. of Rights – The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution.
  8. Election – Type of election where voters choose a party's candidate for the general election.
  9. Group – An organization of people sharing a common interest that seeks to influence public policy.
  10. – Plays a major role in shaping public opinion and influencing political outcomes.
  11. Amendment – Provides equal protection under the law and due process to all citizens.
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  1. – A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election.
  2. – The redrawing of congressional district boundaries.
  3. Action Committee – Group that collects money to donate to political campaigns.
  4. – A direct vote in which an entire electorate is invited to vote on a particular proposal.
  5. Process – Legal requirement that the state must respect all legal rights owed to a person.
  6. – The redistribution of representation in a legislative body.
  7. – Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.
  8. – Attempting to influence policy makers to support a specific interest.
  9. Amendment – Protects against self-incrimination and double jeopardy.

20 Clues: – People politicians have been elected to represent. • – The redrawing of congressional district boundaries. • – The redistribution of representation in a legislative body. • – A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election. • of Rights – The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution. • ...

Crossword 2: Legal Professions, Systems, Categories of Law, and Bills 2025-03-06

Crossword 2: Legal Professions, Systems, Categories of Law, and Bills crossword puzzle
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  1. - A bill introduced by a member of the ruling government.
  2. - The elected lower chamber of Canada’s Parliament.
  3. - The appointed upper chamber of Canada’s Parliament.
  4. - Law that outlines the process for enforcing legal rights and duties.
  5. - A group of citizens tasked with determining the outcome of a trial.
  6. - A member of the Senate appointed to review and approve legislation.
  7. - Law that governs disputes between individuals or organizations.
  8. - The side that brings charges against the accused in a criminal trial.
  9. - A law that has been enacted by a legislative body.
  10. - Law developed through judicial decisions and past cases.
  11. - Law governing civil wrongs that cause harm or loss.
  12. - A legal excuse justifying actions in urgent situations.
  13. - Law that defines the structure and operation of government.
  14. - A previous case that influences future legal decisions.
  15. - Law concerning matters such as marriage, divorce, and child custody.
  16. - Law dealing with offenses against society.
  17. - An official who presides over court proceedings.
  18. - A bill affecting the general public.
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  1. - The belief that monarchs derive their authority from God.
  2. - Law dealing with inheritance and wills.
  3. - A method of resolving disputes by fighting a duel.
  4. - Law that governs the ownership and use of land and property.
  5. - An elected representative in the House of Commons.
  6. - A bill affecting a specific individual or group rather than the public.
  7. - Law governing relations between nations.
  8. - Payment given to make up for harm done.
  9. - Traveling courts in medieval England.
  10. - Law that regulates government agencies and their operations.
  11. - Law that regulates legally binding agreements.
  12. - Law governing employment relationships.
  13. - The legal representative defending the accused.
  14. - A bill introduced Individual MP's without government support.
  15. - A proposed law under consideration by a legislature.
  16. - Law governing internal matters within a country.
  17. - Law that governs the relationship between individuals and the government.

35 Clues: - A bill affecting the general public. • - Traveling courts in medieval England. • - Law dealing with inheritance and wills. • - Payment given to make up for harm done. • - Law governing employment relationships. • - Law governing relations between nations. • - Law dealing with offenses against society. • - Law that regulates legally binding agreements. • ...

Studies Weekly Wk#21 The Constitution 2024-10-10

Studies Weekly Wk#21 The Constitution crossword puzzle
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  1. We have the responsibility to tell the ________.
  2. Who has the freedom to assemble?
  3. what explains the purpose of the constitution?
  4. What protects the rights of the people?
  5. The _______ of rights is first 10 amendments to the constitution.
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  1. Which amendment protects five important rights of citizens?
  2. We are free to worship how or where we want because we have freedom of _________.
  3. the constitution says that everyone are treated _________
  4. Freedom of _________ it the right to express your thoughts and opinions.
  5. What explain how the government should be run?

10 Clues: Who has the freedom to assemble? • What protects the rights of the people? • What explain how the government should be run? • what explains the purpose of the constitution? • We have the responsibility to tell the ________. • the constitution says that everyone are treated _________ • Which amendment protects five important rights of citizens? • ...

Civics: Unit 2 2023-09-22

Civics: Unit 2 crossword puzzle
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  1. The political party with the color blue
  2. Someone who represents the people at the provincial level
  3. Features daily current events (on paper or online)
  4. The M.P of Cambridge
  5. A representative from the Federal government who represents their community
  6. Canada is divided into 338 _____________
  7. The premier of Ontario
  8. A form of government where the people have the power
  9. Chamber of the Federal government with green carpet
  10. Head of State of Canada
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  1. A document that states the rights and freedoms of Canadians
  2. N.D.P stands for .....
  3. A form of government where the leader holds the power
  4. The Prime Minister of Canada
  5. The political party with the color red
  6. News show we watch at the end of class
  7. Short form for Member of Provincial Parliament
  8. The term for the first step of a bill becoming a law
  9. A signature by the King or Governor General that makes the bill a law
  10. Representatives appointed by the Prime Minister
  11. Signs bills on behalf of the King
  12. The head of a municipal government
  13. Short form for Member of Parliament
  14. The name of our class
  15. A proposal for a new law
  16. A new law in Ontario to create concussion awareness
  17. The head of a province
  18. 40 people chosen by the Prime Minister to help run the country

28 Clues: The M.P of Cambridge • The name of our class • N.D.P stands for ..... • The head of a province • The premier of Ontario • Head of State of Canada • A proposal for a new law • The Prime Minister of Canada • Signs bills on behalf of the King • The head of a municipal government • Short form for Member of Parliament • The political party with the color red • ...

AP/DC US Gov Unit 3 Crossword Puzzle 2022-09-30

AP/DC US Gov Unit 3 Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. The ___________________ rule refers to a judicial policy prohibiting the admission at trial of illegally obtained evidence
  2. The movement that supports political, economic, and social equality for women
  3. Civil _____________ was a nonviolent, public refusal to obey allegedly unjust laws.
  4. The Supreme Court has significantly limited the rights of non-citizens in cases involving...
  5. The ____________ test was a three-part test determining whether or not states could give money to religious schools. It is not longer considered valid.
  6. Past barriers to African American voting included grandfather clauses, poll taxes, and ____________ tests.
  7. _________________ required compelling government interest, narrow tayloring, and limited restrictions on laws that could potentially interfere with fundamental rights.
  8. ______________ law relates to matters such as contracts among private individuals.
  9. The clause that prohibits the establishment of a church that is officially supported by the national government
  10. A writ of ___________________ is a court order that requires jailers to bring a prisoner before a court or judge and explain why the person is being held.
  11. The ________________ Amendment guaranteed all men the right to vote.
  12. The most significant piece of antiterrorism legislation, passed in 2001
  13. Expression made through articles of clothing, gestures, movements, ad other forms of nonverbal communication
  14. The case that announced the separate-but-equal doctrine
  15. The __________________ Exclusion Act of 1882 banned all immigration from China until 1943.
  16. A special tax that had to be paid as a qualification for voting
  17. Judge-made law
  18. When a defendant is initially brought before a court to hear the charges against him or her and enter a plea of guilty or not guilty.
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  1. The 1st Amendment guarantees the free ____________ of religion.
  2. A written defamation of a person's character, reputation, business, or property rights
  3. The right to vote
  4. _____________ law relates to crimes against society that are prosecuted by a public official, such as a district attorney.
  5. ____________ discrimination refers to any practice, policy, or procedure that denies equality of treatment to an individual or group because of gender.
  6. The age at which a person is entitled by law to the rights to manage her or his own affairs
  7. Civil _____________ refer to limitations that tell the government what it CANNOT do.
  8. Lawrence v. Texas (1986) legalized the homosexual practice of _______________.
  9. The Bill of Rights originally limited _________ the national government.
  10. _______________ action policies attempt to 'level the paying field' by giving special preference in education and employment to traditionally disadvantaged groups.
  11. ________________ theory: The view that the protections of the Bill of Rights apply to state government through the 14th Amendment's due process clause
  12. Edward Snowden revealed that ________ surveillance was far more extensive than previously assumed.
  13. The _______________ Amendment guarantees a speedy and public trial before a jury.
  14. ____________ discrimination refers to the situation in which affirmative action policies result is prejudice AGAINST majorities.
  15. Civil __________ refers to what the government MUST do to guarantee equal protection under the law.
  16. The right to _____________ which supported Roe v. Wade was not actually in the Constitution.
  17. Public utterance of a false statement that harms the good reputation of another
  18. Wrongfully hurting a person's good reputation
  19. ____________ speech refers to advertising statements.
  20. A bill of ______________ is a law that inflicts punishment without a trial.
  21. The _________________________ doctrine held that race-based facilities do not violate the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment.
  22. ________________ restraint refers to restraining an activity before it has actually occurred.
  23. Miller v. California (1973) set requirements that must be met for material to be ____________ obscene.
  24. The Defense of Marriage Act

42 Clues: Judge-made law • The right to vote • The Defense of Marriage Act • Wrongfully hurting a person's good reputation • ____________ speech refers to advertising statements. • The case that announced the separate-but-equal doctrine • The 1st Amendment guarantees the free ____________ of religion. • A special tax that had to be paid as a qualification for voting • ...

James Madison 2026-01-06

James Madison crossword puzzle
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  1. The party James Madison helped create with Thomas Jefferson. (12 letters)
  2. of 1812 The war the United States fought during Madison’s presidency. (3,2,4)
  3. The first name of Madison’s famous First Lady. (5 letters)
  4. James Madison was the ___ president of the United States. (word)
  5. James Madison is known as the “Father of” what major document. (12 letters)
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  1. Madison co-authored a series of essays to support ratifying the Constitution. (7 letters, 2 words)
  2. of rights The U.S. government document establishing three branches and checks and balances that Madison helped draft. (12 letters)
  3. The state where Madison was born. (8 letters)
  4. The college Madison attended that later became Princeton University. (7 letters)
  5. The Bill of ___ that James Madison sponsored in Congress. (1 word)

10 Clues: The state where Madison was born. (8 letters) • The first name of Madison’s famous First Lady. (5 letters) • James Madison was the ___ president of the United States. (word) • The Bill of ___ that James Madison sponsored in Congress. (1 word) • The party James Madison helped create with Thomas Jefferson. (12 letters) • ...

Chapter 22 Vocabulary 2023-05-22

Chapter 22 Vocabulary crossword puzzle
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  1. The _____ searched for something the politician had done.
  2. Theodore Roosevelt is a well known _____.
  3. The _____ League fought against discrimination.
  4. Theodore Roosevelt formed the _____ party.
  5. The president supported _____.
  6. The _____ fought for animal’s rights.
  7. Civil rights activist worked to end _____.
  8. They hosted a _____ to select their candidate.
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  1. The Nazis believed in _____.
  2. The _____ attended the Seneca Falls Convention.
  3. They celebrated the end of the _____ with drinks.
  4. They used _____ to settle their dispute.
  5. She became an activist after she experienced _____.
  6. The city held a _____ to decide wether or not to pass the bill.
  7. He could not be a part of the jury because of his _____.
  8. He worked to break up the railroad _____.
  9. The people demanded a _____ because of his broken promises.

17 Clues: The Nazis believed in _____. • The president supported _____. • The _____ fought for animal’s rights. • They used _____ to settle their dispute. • Theodore Roosevelt is a well known _____. • He worked to break up the railroad _____. • Theodore Roosevelt formed the _____ party. • Civil rights activist worked to end _____. • They hosted a _____ to select their candidate. • ...

civ h crossword 2022-10-05

civ h crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. to sign formally
  2. james ____; studious, takes lots of notes
  3. ___ branch; contains the justices
  4. dictatorship
  5. John ___; social contract
  6. preamble, aritcles, amendments
  7. in favor of strong central govt
  8. want bill of rights, scared of strong govt
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  1. ___ branch; contains the president
  2. democracy; delegates represent people
  3. small group rules.
  4. based on religion - govt
  5. declaration of _____; independence from britain
  6. ___ branch; contains the house and the senate
  7. democracy; small group
  8. king or queen and other parts of govt

16 Clues: dictatorship • to sign formally • small group rules. • democracy; small group • based on religion - govt • John ___; social contract • preamble, aritcles, amendments • in favor of strong central govt • ___ branch; contains the president • ___ branch; contains the justices • democracy; delegates represent people • king or queen and other parts of govt • ...

Texas History Crossword 2022-04-22

Texas History Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. Southern states during the Civil War
  2. First ten amendments to the constitution: The Bill of ______
  3. The ______ amendment gave all African Americans equal rights and citizenship
  4. Country that Pineda is from
  5. First battle of the Texas Revolution: Battle of ______
  6. The side the US was on during WW2
  7. What someone who brought people to settle in Texas was called
  8. Country that Texas fought against in the Texas Revolution
  9. Northern states during the Civil War
  10. 16th president of the United States
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  1. A tax on imported goods
  2. Father of Texas
  3. The ______ amendment abolished slavery
  4. The process of cities growing and the number of people living in a city increasing
  5. To leave or withdraw from a place
  6. Leader of the Executive branch of the Texas government
  7. First president of The Republic of Texas

17 Clues: Father of Texas • A tax on imported goods • Country that Pineda is from • To leave or withdraw from a place • The side the US was on during WW2 • 16th president of the United States • Southern states during the Civil War • Northern states during the Civil War • The ______ amendment abolished slavery • First president of The Republic of Texas • ...

Political Party Puzzle 2021-10-27

Political Party Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. This party is all about equal rights for women
  2. This party has a platform of conservative christians that want the country run by the constitution and Bible
  3. Green party cannidate in the 2004 Presidental election
  4. The branch that interprets the laws
  5. The party that believes in natural law
  6. The only president to win from a third party
  7. The branch that makes laws
  8. Legal system
  9. All over the country
  10. The document listing the rights of the people
  11. The original name for the Constitution Party
  12. Winner needs more than half of voters
  13. Famous party associated with red
  14. The Supreme Law of the land
  15. The party that wants a balanced budget
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  1. All over the world
  2. The party all about equal rights and are not supportive of war
  3. The process in which the US president is chosen
  4. An organization that shares the same ideology and competes against others to get a candidate in the white house
  5. The party that is about civil liberties and laissez-faire capitalism
  6. Winner needs more votes than everyone
  7. The branch that the president heads
  8. This party wants technological advancements for humans, like cyborgs
  9. All over the surrounding county
  10. Famous party associated with blue
  11. This party is all about the environment

26 Clues: Legal system • All over the world • All over the country • The branch that makes laws • The Supreme Law of the land • All over the surrounding county • Famous party associated with red • Famous party associated with blue • The branch that interprets the laws • The branch that the president heads • Winner needs more votes than everyone • Winner needs more than half of voters • ...

Chapter 19 2014-01-10

Chapter 19 crossword puzzle
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  1. an election.
  2. wilson governor of new jersey.
  3. consumption of alcohol.
  4. prejudice over jews
  5. service a system that includes government jobs.
  6. legislator age 23
  7. destroys monopolies and trusts.
  8. murdered by a mob.
  9. chapman Catt detailed strategy.
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  1. schools schools sponsored by a church.
  2. protection of nature resources.
  3. term for crusading journalist.
  4. allows voters to put a bill before state legislator.
  5. worked for woman's rights.
  6. Howard taft secretary of war

15 Clues: an election. • legislator age 23 • murdered by a mob. • prejudice over jews • consumption of alcohol. • worked for woman's rights. • Howard taft secretary of war • wilson governor of new jersey. • term for crusading journalist. • protection of nature resources. • destroys monopolies and trusts. • chapman Catt detailed strategy. • schools schools sponsored by a church. • ...

Fight for Freedom! 2013-04-23

Fight for Freedom! crossword puzzle
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  1. Rights and freedoms in Canada may be ___ than those in other countries.
  2. The Canadian Prime Minister that passed the Charter of Rights and Freedoms in 1982.
  3. Canada's 13th Prime Minister that made the Bill of Rights.
  4. The international organization that involves nearly 200 countries.
  5. A value that is protected but also can be denied.
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  1. Treating someone unfairly due to a certain characteristic.
  2. The 1982 document that includes all the rights and freedoms of Canadian citizens.
  3. The TV news, the newspaper and the Internet are forms of ___ that share information in Canada and around the world.
  4. A valued idea that is protected from government meddling.
  5. Rights and freedoms seek to make sure that all individuals are treated ___.

10 Clues: A value that is protected but also can be denied. • A valued idea that is protected from government meddling. • Treating someone unfairly due to a certain characteristic. • Canada's 13th Prime Minister that made the Bill of Rights. • The international organization that involves nearly 200 countries. • ...

Constitution 2018-11-29

Constitution crossword puzzle
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  1. right to a fair
  2. representatives are base on
  3. Head of executive branch
  4. amendment 2 gives the right to own a
  5. The bill of rights has the first 10
  6. makes laws
  7. army to defend
  8. total justices
  9. interprets laws
  10. minimum age for Senate
  11. checks and balances stops one branch from having too much
  12. the right to an impartial
  13. Amendment 7 gives the right to
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  1. the right to remain
  2. fairness of
  3. term for representatives
  4. no cruel or unusual
  5. the gov only has powers the ____ give it
  6. the constitution divides federal gov. into 3
  7. citizen for _____ years to be a representative
  8. cannot be tried for the same crime twice
  9. Also known as popular
  10. we cannot be forced to house
  11. enforces
  12. citizens have unnamed
  13. freedom now and in the
  14. how long a term is for Senate
  15. peace at

28 Clues: enforces • peace at • makes laws • fairness of • army to defend • total justices • right to a fair • interprets laws • the right to remain • no cruel or unusual • Also known as popular • citizens have unnamed • freedom now and in the • minimum age for Senate • term for representatives • Head of executive branch • the right to an impartial • representatives are base on • we cannot be forced to house • ...

Unit 11 vocab 2023-08-15

Unit 11 vocab crossword puzzle
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  1. branch of government that interprets laws (Supreme court)
  2. of rights 1st ten amendments to the constitution
  3. 1st paragraph of constitution
  4. to cast your opinion about a candidate
  5. election in GA you're required to be 18, a US citizen & a state resident
  6. branch of government that makes laws (general assembly)
  7. what citizens are granted like freedom of speech, religion, assembly
  8. branch of government that carries out laws (Governor)
  9. government responsible for imposing SPLOST tax
  10. written changes in the constitution
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  1. placing limits on the powers of each branch of government
  2. two house legislature (House and Senate)
  3. purpose gov designed for special purpose like MARTA
  4. what good citizens do
  5. of constitution largest part of constitution
  6. government municipality, funded through taxes, but not personal income
  7. election in GA you are required to be 18, a US citizen, & a state resident

17 Clues: what good citizens do • 1st paragraph of constitution • written changes in the constitution • to cast your opinion about a candidate • two house legislature (House and Senate) • of constitution largest part of constitution • government responsible for imposing SPLOST tax • of rights 1st ten amendments to the constitution • ...

Principles of the Constitution Bell Work 2022-09-20

Principles of the Constitution Bell Work crossword puzzle
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  1. trade within state borders
  2. powers of the state
  3. form of government where representatives are elected
  4. this beginning line of the constitution is an example of popular sovereignty
  5. the separation between the federal and state governments
  6. the first ten amendments of the constitution
  7. the beginning of the Constitution
  8. trade between two states
  9. a form of mandate given to the states that is not funded well by the federal government
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  1. the power is in the people
  2. the bill of rights puts what on the government?
  3. which amendment protects state's rights?
  4. funds given by the federal government for specific programs
  5. powers shared by both the federal and state governments
  6. powers of the federal government
  7. a specific number of people required to hold a meeting

16 Clues: powers of the state • trade between two states • the power is in the people • trade within state borders • powers of the federal government • the beginning of the Constitution • which amendment protects state's rights? • the first ten amendments of the constitution • the bill of rights puts what on the government? • form of government where representatives are elected • ...

Civil Rights: Equal Protection 2013-04-10

Civil Rights: Equal Protection crossword puzzle
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  1. A test administered to receive certification to vote.
  2. The right to vote.
  3. Any practice, policy, or procedure that denies equality of treatment to an individual or to a group because of gender.
  4. Movement that supports political, economic, and social equality for women.
  5. Established by the civil rights act of 1964 to end discrimination and promote voluntary action programs for jobs.
  6. Unwanted physical or verbal conduct of a sexual nature that creates a hostile environment.
  7. Racial segregation because of laws or administrative decisions.
  8. A method used in the senate to end debate and vote on the bill. (Ex. 2008, Evan Bagh voted in favor of cloture motion on the bill to reduce green house gases).
  9. State primary election that restricts voting to only whites, later outlawed by the supreme court in 1944. (Ex. Separate bathrooms with equal facilities)
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  1. Device used by southern states to exempt all African Americans voters who cannot prove that their grandfather’s voted before 1867.
  2. The transportation of public school student from their neighborhood schools to other schools to help eliminate school segregation based on residency.
  3. The segregation in schools and public places does not imply that one race is superior to another.
  4. All rights in the 14th amendment that guarantee equal protection under the law (Ex. Freedom of speech).
  5. Unlimited debate in the senate to halt action on a particular bill.
  6. A legal document requiring an individual to appear in court and give a testimony.
  7. A special tax required to be qualified to vote, outlawed by the 24th amendment.

16 Clues: The right to vote. • A test administered to receive certification to vote. • Racial segregation because of laws or administrative decisions. • Unlimited debate in the senate to halt action on a particular bill. • Movement that supports political, economic, and social equality for women. • ...

U.S. Money 2026-04-06

U.S. Money crossword puzzle
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  1. bill a paper bill worth twenty dollars.
  2. a coin worth 5 cents.
  3. bill a paper bill worth one hundred dollars.
  4. bill a paper bill worth five dollars.
  5. bill a paper bill worth fifty dollars.
  6. Anything used to buy goods and services.
  7. units of money smaller than a dollar; 100 cents = 1 dollar.
  8. a coin worth 25 cents
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  1. bill a paper bill worth two dollars.
  2. a coin worth 10 cents.
  3. the basic unit of U.S. money.
  4. bill a paper bill worth ten dollars.
  5. a small, flat piece of metal used as money
  6. small coins given back when you pay more than the cost.
  7. a coin worth 50 cents.
  8. bill a paper bill worth one dollar.
  9. money paper bills that can be folded (cash).
  10. a coin worth 1 cent.

18 Clues: a coin worth 1 cent. • a coin worth 5 cents. • a coin worth 25 cents • a coin worth 10 cents. • a coin worth 50 cents. • the basic unit of U.S. money. • bill a paper bill worth one dollar. • bill a paper bill worth two dollars. • bill a paper bill worth ten dollars. • bill a paper bill worth five dollars. • bill a paper bill worth fifty dollars. • ...

AP Gov Practice Exam 2024-04-07

AP Gov Practice Exam crossword puzzle
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  1. Part of the Constitution that allows Congress to find other implied powers
  2. The fraction necessary for Congress to pass a constitutional amendment, before sending it off to the states
  3. Reserved rights for the people
  4. Roe v. Wade, Griswold v. Connecticut, and Dobbs v. Jackson all deal with this constitutional concept that is debatable whether it is implied in the Constitution or not
  5. Prohibition against quartering
  6. The famous beginning of the preamble to the U.S. Constitution
  7. the section of the Constitution about the judicial branch
  8. Suffrage for women
  9. Part of the Constitution that allows Congress to regulate interstate trade
  10. Nonviolent direct action leads to tension which causes negotiation
  11. Rights of the accused including due process and protections against self-incrimination
  12. What we call the first ten amendments in the Constitution
  13. No unlawful search and seizure
  14. Checks and balances are apart of our Constitution's design which is necessary to prevent tyranny
  15. Part of the Constitution that relates to federalism but says regarding constitutionally enumerated powers, the federal government will prevail over the states
  16. No excessive fines or bail and no cruel/unusual punishment
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  1. The location of the amendment process in the Constitution
  2. Congress cannot raise their salaries within the current session of Congress
  3. Large republics solve the problem of factions by multiplying the number of factions, thereby neutralizing their effects
  4. What we call amendments 13-15 because of their passage after the Civil War
  5. This is the power of the judicial branch even though it is not enumerated in the Constitution
  6. the concept that there are other implied rights within the bill of rights
  7. The judicial branch is the least dangerous to political rights because it cannot enforce decisions and lifetime tenure is necessary to keep the branch independent
  8. Large republics cannot represent people well as there are too many clashing opinions
  9. reserved rights for the states
  10. Right to bear arms
  11. Rights of the accused including a trial by jury
  12. A single, energetic executive is a desirable leader for our constitutional republic
  13. Rights of the accused including a public defender and a speedy public trial
  14. Rights to speech, press, religion, petition, and assembly

30 Clues: Right to bear arms • Suffrage for women • Reserved rights for the people • Prohibition against quartering • reserved rights for the states • No unlawful search and seizure • Rights of the accused including a trial by jury • The location of the amendment process in the Constitution • the section of the Constitution about the judicial branch • ...

Socials Government 2015-10-02

Socials Government crossword puzzle
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  1. the person in charge of a meeting
  2. minister a person, normally a member of Parliament who is chosen by the Prime Minister , and appointed by Governor General to help govern
  3. a formal event that follows rules or traditions
  4. the city where a country's legislature is located and the government carries out its business
  5. of two chambers of rooms
  6. a person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country
  7. a change that is made to a bill, a motion or a committee report with the intention of improving it.
  8. the government's plans for how it will collect and spend money each year
Down
  1. one of two large rooms in the Center Block of the Parliament buildings
  2. group of all Ministers
  3. a group of Senators, Members of Parliament, or both, selected to study subject or bill and write a report about it
  4. a proposal for a law to be considered by Parliament
  5. a group made up of all Senators and Members of Parliament from the same political party
  6. a person living in an area in Canada represented by a Member of Parliament
  7. To change or improve something

15 Clues: group of all Ministers • of two chambers of rooms • To change or improve something • the person in charge of a meeting • a formal event that follows rules or traditions • a proposal for a law to be considered by Parliament • one of two large rooms in the Center Block of the Parliament buildings • a person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country • ...

Goverment 2015-10-12

Goverment crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A group of senators, Members of the Parliament or both selected to study a specific subject or bill and write a report about it.
  2. If the bill is adopted it is completed. Process of a proposal.
  3. A backbencher; A member of the Parliament who does not officially have a role.
  4. Ensures all people in Canada are guaranteed certain basic human rights and freedoms.
  5. Recognizable by the Peace Tower with the clock.
  6. Riding or electoral district.
Down
  1. Legislature that makes laws for the people living in that province or territory.
  2. To place a document before the Senate, The House of Commons or a committee for consideration.
  3. Person who is responsible for the maintenance and security of the buildings used by the staff and members of the House of Commons including the Chamber.
  4. period A daily period of time in the Senate and House of Commons.
  5. Is a group of all Ministers makes decisions about the Government's priorities and policies.
  6. A step in the passage of a bill through both the Senate and the House of Commons.
  7. The Minister responsible for managing the Government's business in the House..
  8. Bringing to an end of an Parliament usually at the end of a 4 year term.
  9. A large heavy silver and gold covered staff that is a symbol of authority of the Parliament.
  10. A change that is made to a bill

16 Clues: Riding or electoral district. • A change that is made to a bill • Recognizable by the Peace Tower with the clock. • If the bill is adopted it is completed. Process of a proposal. • period A daily period of time in the Senate and House of Commons. • Bringing to an end of an Parliament usually at the end of a 4 year term. • ...