bill of rights Crossword Puzzles

Unit 11 Vocab crossword 2023-08-15

Unit 11 Vocab crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  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
Down
  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 • ...

Tanner Government 10.8 2025-10-08

Tanner Government 10.8 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A document created at the time of an event, like a bill text or hearing transcript
  2. The President’s rejection of a bill passed by Congress
  3. A summary or explanation written later, such as a news article about a bill
  4. A small group of lawmakers who study, edit, or recommend changes to a bill
  5. The act of being involved and informed about how government decisions are made
  6. The steps a bill goes through to become a law
  7. A discussion where lawmakers share their opinions for or against a bill
  8. The member of Congress who introduces a bill
  9. When Congress votes again and passes a bill even after the President vetoes it
  10. A person who tries to influence lawmakers to support or oppose a bill
Down
  1. A change or addition made to a bill before it becomes a law
  2. The part of Congress where bills about money or budgets often begin
  3. The process where lawmakers say “yes” or “no” to passing a bill
  4. The branch of government that makes laws, including the House of Representatives and the Senate
  5. More than half of the votes — needed for a bill to pass in Congress
  6. A proposed law that is being discussed and reviewed by Congress
  7. A meeting where experts and citizens give their opinions about a bill
  8. A rule made by the government that people must follow
  9. The part of Congress that reviews and votes on bills after the House
  10. A plan or rule created by the government to solve a problem or guide actions

20 Clues: The member of Congress who introduces a bill • The steps a bill goes through to become a law • A rule made by the government that people must follow • The President’s rejection of a bill passed by Congress • A change or addition made to a bill before it becomes a law • The process where lawmakers say “yes” or “no” to passing a bill • ...

Midterm Study 2023-12-18

Midterm Study crossword puzzle
Across
  1. No quartering of soldiers is in the _____ Amendment
  2. The political group that supported a large central government
  3. The political group afraid of powerful government
  4. Peoples rights are in ____ Amendment
  5. No unreasonable searches and seizures is the ____ Amendment
  6. Right to remain silent is the _____ Amendment
  7. Speedy and Public trial is ____ Amendment
  8. Manipulating the voting lines to gain a political advantage
  9. Roger Sherman wrote the _____ plan
  10. James Madison wrote the _____ plan
Down
  1. An order with the power of law given by the president
  2. Jury in civil suits is _____ Amendment
  3. When a senator prevents the voting on a bill
  4. Something you should do as a citizen
  5. The president can deploy troops but not ______
  6. The major check congress uses on the executive branch
  7. Something you must do as a citizen
  8. The right to bear arms is in the ______ Amendment
  9. States rights are in ____ Amendment
  10. Reasonable punishment is ____ Amendment
  11. The ____ clause says that the federal government is supreme power
  12. William Paterson wrote the ____ plan
  13. When the president rejects a piece of legislature
  14. The five freedoms are listed in the _____ Amendment.
  15. Study of the rights and duties of citizens

25 Clues: Something you must do as a citizen • Roger Sherman wrote the _____ plan • James Madison wrote the _____ plan • States rights are in ____ Amendment • Something you should do as a citizen • Peoples rights are in ____ Amendment • William Paterson wrote the ____ plan • Jury in civil suits is _____ Amendment • Reasonable punishment is ____ Amendment • ...

bill of rights by abby and Joseph 2024-04-08

bill of rights by abby and Joseph crossword puzzle
Across
  1. desaze causing agent
  2. cools body
  3. tours the hart
  4. connects exchones
  5. scin hair nails
  6. spot pathogen
  7. inner layer
Down
  1. clothing
  2. causes scabs
  3. destroy pathogen
  4. outer layer
  5. fights infection
  6. destroy virous
  7. week or dead
  8. destroys bactira
  9. moistens scin
  10. carries 02
  11. away from hart

18 Clues: clothing • cools body • carries 02 • outer layer • inner layer • causes scabs • week or dead • moistens scin • spot pathogen • destroy virous • tours the hart • away from hart • scin hair nails • destroy pathogen • fights infection • destroys bactira • connects exchones • desaze causing agent

Government 2015-10-10

Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the person in charge of a meeting
  2. (verb) to place a document before the Senate, the House of Commons or a committee for consideration
  3. a Senator or a Member of the House of Commons
  4. a person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country
  5. a meeting of the Senate or of the House of Commons within a session
  6. another name for the House of Commons
  7. the Upper House of Parliament
  8. all political parties and independent Members who do not belong to the governing party
  9. the set of rules that a country like Canada follows to work as a nation
  10. a person appointed to the Upper House of Parliament by the Governor General
Down
  1. a large, heavy silver and gold-covered staff that represents power and authority of Parliament
  2. (of a bill) a word used for the stages during which a bill is debated in Parliament
  3. another word for constituency or electoral district
  4. a rule for all Canadians made by Senator, MPs and the Governor General
  5. a king or queen of a country
  6. a person who speaks for you
  7. a change that is made to a bill
  8. the city where a country's legislature is located and the government carries out its business
  9. a formal event that follows rules or traditions
  10. a group made up of all Senators and MPs from the same political party

20 Clues: a person who speaks for you • a king or queen of a country • the Upper House of Parliament • a change that is made to a bill • the person in charge of a meeting • another name for the House of Commons • a Senator or a Member of the House of Commons • a formal event that follows rules or traditions • another word for constituency or electoral district • ...

Bill 2021-01-04

Bill crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Autoparts store or cabbage
  2. Stallone's team up movie
  3. Grandma Terrazas homemade recipe
  4. Your type of league
  5. Nela's native language
  6. Bonne Chance
  7. Sowder/Wallace type of league
  8. Your home state
  9. Base in San Diego
  10. In a woman's wedding vow
  11. The "c" word
  12. School of Rams
  13. Who ya gonna call?
  14. Home street
  15. Two point move
  16. Father's Day game for Sowders and Wallaces
  17. Your wife's hometown
  18. Notre Dame player who never gave up hope
  19. The game all of your kids played
  20. Band of Brothers Company
  21. A drink best fresh from the farm
  22. One point move
  23. Iowa's best engineering school
  24. Grandsons' favorite sport
  25. The month you became a grandfather
Down
  1. Always Faithful, Latin
  2. He has golden curls
  3. One of your nicknames
  4. Your old dog
  5. Your favorite pie of Granny's
  6. Miami Hall of Fame QB
  7. Chocolate fanatic last name
  8. Tom Hanks' death row nickname
  9. He sang Hello Again
  10. Marine fitness test
  11. You, no matter what!
  12. You trained your children no to ____
  13. Ed's first dog
  14. A chop that pairs with applesauce
  15. The few, The proud
  16. He did not draw first blood
  17. Number of grandchildren
  18. Kumite tournament movie
  19. Movie theater necessity
  20. B&B's firstborn
  21. Your children's home state
  22. Pairs will with Coke
  23. Tablets from your football coach
  24. The month you became a father
  25. The youngest cousin

50 Clues: Home street • Your old dog • Bonne Chance • The "c" word • School of Rams • Ed's first dog • Two point move • One point move • Your home state • B&B's firstborn • Base in San Diego • Who ya gonna call? • The few, The proud • He has golden curls • Your type of league • He sang Hello Again • Marine fitness test • The youngest cousin • You, no matter what! • Your wife's hometown • Pairs will with Coke • ...

bill 2024-09-23

bill crossword puzzle
Across
  1. e
  2. g
  3. i
  4. k
  5. m
  6. o
  7. q
  8. s
  9. u
  10. w
  11. y
  12. a
  13. c
Down
  1. f
  2. h
  3. j
  4. l
  5. n
  6. p
  7. r
  8. t
  9. v
  10. x
  11. z
  12. b
  13. d

26 Clues: f • e • g • h • i • j • l • k • n • m • o • p • r • q • s • t • u • v • x • z • w • b • d • y • a • c

Reconstruction 2015-11-01

Reconstruction crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Mudd / The doctor who treated Booth's broken leg
  2. S. Grant / elected president in November 1868.
  3. Amendment / Abolished Slavery.
  4. / Northerners who migrated South after or during the war.
  5. / First state to rejoin the U.S.
  6. Plan / another name for the 10% plan.
Down
  1. Theater / Place Lincoln was Shot.
  2. Klux Klan / A violent "religious" group that sought out to frighten African American from expressing their want of civil rights.
  3. / Derogatory term for Southern White Republicans.
  4. / the year that the Civil Rights Act was passed.
  5. of Office Act / Bars the President from removing office holders, without Senate approval.
  6. Inn / The place Lincoln died.
  7. Bill / required states to abolish slavery and pledge themselves to the United States.
  8. Bureau / Coordinates efforts to educate and care for former slaves.
  9. Codes / Legal codes that deny African Americans the civil rights given to every man at birth.
  10. Wilkes Booth / assassinated President Abe Lincoln.

16 Clues: Inn / The place Lincoln died. • Amendment / Abolished Slavery. • / First state to rejoin the U.S. • Theater / Place Lincoln was Shot. • Plan / another name for the 10% plan. • S. Grant / elected president in November 1868. • Mudd / The doctor who treated Booth's broken leg • / the year that the Civil Rights Act was passed. • ...

Clone of la rivoluzione inglese 2025-05-28

Clone of la rivoluzione inglese crossword puzzle
Across
  1. casata scozzese che salì al trono dopo la morte della "regina vergine"
  2. in questa forma di governo si trasformò ben presto la repubblica di Cromwell
  3. Oliver che guidò l'esercito rivoluzionario che combatteva il re e difendeva il Parlamento
  4. così chiamati i calvinisti inglesi, i quali avevano un forte potere in parlamento
  5. questo tipo di guerra si scatenò durante il regno di Carlo I Stuart
  6. organo rappresentativo del popolo che con la regina Elisabetta I di Inghilterra aveva acquisito molto potere
  7. venne proclamata dopo la vittoria di Cromwell
  8. a questa pena fu condannato il re Carlo I
Down
  1. il Bill of rights inglese ne è il primo esempio della storia
  2. il re Carlo I per 11 anni non lo convocò, governando da monarca assoluto
  3. questo tipo di monarchia speravano di istituire i successori di Elisabetta I
  4. così detta la seconda rivoluzione che, senza spargimento di sangue, spodestò gli Suart e portò sul trono Guglielo d'Orange
  5. fu istituito per la prima volta in Inghilterra nel XIII sec. con la Magna Charta Libertatum
  6. di esso il Bill of rights limitò fortemente il potere
  7. questa camera parlamentare rappresentava la gentry (piccola nobiltà di campagna) e i borghesi
  8. questa camera parlamentare rappresentava i nobili e l'alto clero

16 Clues: a questa pena fu condannato il re Carlo I • venne proclamata dopo la vittoria di Cromwell • di esso il Bill of rights limitò fortemente il potere • il Bill of rights inglese ne è il primo esempio della storia • questa camera parlamentare rappresentava i nobili e l'alto clero • questo tipo di guerra si scatenò durante il regno di Carlo I Stuart • ...

The Daily Crossword 2023-02-01

The Daily Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Breast Cancer
  2. Restoring Artistic Protection Act
  3. Online Communication
  4. Candy
  5. of Rights We the People
Down
  1. Civil Trial Outcome
  2. Court Highest Ranking Court
  3. Minaj Starships
  4. Legislative

9 Clues: Candy • Legislative • Breast Cancer • Minaj Starships • Civil Trial Outcome • Online Communication • of Rights We the People • Court Highest Ranking Court • Restoring Artistic Protection Act

US Government 2018-05-20

US Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. form of government whose head of state is not a monarch
  2. a statement that is added to a proposal or document
  3. making something valid by formally confirming it
  4. a vote that blocks a decision
  5. branch the branch of the United States government that makes laws
  6. Congress the legislative assembly composed of delegates from the rebel colonies who met during and after the American Revolution
  7. the system or form by which a community is ruled
  8. a state of lawlessness and disorder
  9. branch branch of the United States government administering justice
  10. a form of government in which the ruler is unconstrained
Down
  1. the act of forming or establishing something
  2. branch part of U.S. government responsible for carrying out laws
  3. of Rights a statement of fundamental rights and privileges
  4. a form of government in which the ruler is unconstrained
  5. government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator
  6. Carta the royal charter of political rights given to rebellious English barons by King John in 1215
  7. the orientation of those who favor government by the people
  8. a nation's ruler usually by hereditary right
  9. government divided between central and regional powers
  10. a political system governed by a few people

20 Clues: a vote that blocks a decision • a state of lawlessness and disorder • a political system governed by a few people • the act of forming or establishing something • a nation's ruler usually by hereditary right • making something valid by formally confirming it • the system or form by which a community is ruled • a statement that is added to a proposal or document • ...

US Government 2018-05-20

US Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. branch part of U.S. government responsible for carrying out laws
  2. Carta the royal charter of political rights given to rebellious English barons by King John in 1215
  3. the system or form by which a community is ruled
  4. a form of government in which the ruler is unconstrained
  5. the act of forming or establishing something
  6. government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator
  7. a state of lawlessness and disorder
  8. making something valid by formally confirming it
  9. form of government whose head of state is not a monarch
Down
  1. branch branch of the United States government administering justice
  2. a statement that is added to a proposal or document
  3. a vote that blocks a decision
  4. government divided between central and regional powers
  5. Congress the legislative assembly composed of delegates from the rebel colonies who met during and after the American Revolution
  6. the orientation of those who favor government by the people
  7. branch the branch of the United States government that makes laws
  8. a form of government in which the ruler is unconstrained
  9. a nation's ruler usually by hereditary right
  10. a political system governed by a few people
  11. of Rights a statement of fundamental rights and privileges

20 Clues: a vote that blocks a decision • a state of lawlessness and disorder • a political system governed by a few people • a nation's ruler usually by hereditary right • the act of forming or establishing something • the system or form by which a community is ruled • making something valid by formally confirming it • a statement that is added to a proposal or document • ...

Chapter 2: The Beginnings of American Government 2021-11-05

Chapter 2: The Beginnings of American Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. French Enlightenment philosopher
  2. English judge who believed in protecting the rights of the innocent
  3. King of England who became ruthless in his governing
  4. author of Considerations on the Nature and Extent of the Legislative Authority of the British Parliament
  5. known as the father of the Constitution
  6. first Chief Justice of the United States and Governor of New York
  7. attended the first and second Continental Congresses and the Constitutional Convention
  8. American author, inventor, diplomat, and legislator
  9. wrote about natural rights, social contract, separation of church and state, and other rights
  10. King of England, Scotland, and Ireland, he triggered a civil war because of his disagreements with Parliament
Down
  1. King and Queen of England, Scotland, and Ireland
  2. a lawyer from Boston who became the second President of the United States
  3. commanded the Continental Army during the American Revolution and was the first President of the United States
  4. delegate from New York, died in a duel
  5. formed the Committees of Correspondence, also a delegate to both the first and second Continental Congresses
  6. founded Maryland as a haven for Catholics
  7. third President of the United States who drafted the Declaration of Independence
  8. founded Pennsylvania as a haven for Quakers and other religious minorities; also acquired Delaware
  9. a farmer who led the movement protesting high takes and a lack of debt relief
  10. King of Britain, granted charters to many colonies
  11. opposed the Constitution because it did not include a Bill of Rights
  12. Swiss philosopher

22 Clues: Swiss philosopher • French Enlightenment philosopher • delegate from New York, died in a duel • known as the father of the Constitution • founded Maryland as a haven for Catholics • King and Queen of England, Scotland, and Ireland • King of Britain, granted charters to many colonies • American author, inventor, diplomat, and legislator • ...

Fight for Freedom! 2013-04-23

Fight for Freedom! crossword puzzle
Across
  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.
Down
  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. • ...

Wiebe Words: A Bill Crossword 2012-05-15

Wiebe Words: A Bill Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Bill's church 'office'.
  2. "Bill" is short for this.
  3. Bill's choir section.
  4. Bill's family farm had this many acres.
  5. Bill's speaking style.
  6. A common Bill expression of disapproval (2 words).
  7. Bill is 'in' these.
  8. Bill has to write lots of these.
  9. Bill's model of car.
Down
  1. Number of siblings Bill has.
  2. Gender of choice for Bill's Bible studies.
  3. Bill left home to move here.
  4. Bill's birthplace.
  5. Number of years Bill has been at Bakerview.
  6. You won't find this in Bill's pantry (2 words).
  7. This hit TV series could be based on Bill's organized outings.
  8. Bill's preferred mode of transportation.
  9. Primary product of Bill's family farm.
  10. Where Bill did his post-secondary (initials).

19 Clues: Bill's birthplace. • Bill is 'in' these. • Bill's model of car. • Bill's choir section. • Bill's speaking style. • Bill's church 'office'. • "Bill" is short for this. • Number of siblings Bill has. • Bill left home to move here. • Bill has to write lots of these. • Primary product of Bill's family farm. • Bill's family farm had this many acres. • ...

Constitution Era Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle 2019-03-28

Constitution Era Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. RAPPS
  2. no unreasonable search and seizure
  3. freedom from cruel and unusual punishment
  4. First government before the Constitution, no Executive Branch
  5. rights not given to the federal government are rights of the states, federalism
  6. established a procedure for admitting new states to the United States
Down
  1. strong central government
  2. two thirds of both houses of Congressf and three fourths of States legislatures must approve the amendment
  3. against the Constitution without a Bill of Rights
  4. citizens must serve on juries to determine verdict
  5. agreement that decided how many representatives large and small states should send to Congress
  6. each branch of government has some power of the other two branches, helps prevent anyone branch from becoming too powerful
  7. - agreement over how slaves would count for representation and taxation purposes

13 Clues: RAPPS • strong central government • no unreasonable search and seizure • freedom from cruel and unusual punishment • against the Constitution without a Bill of Rights • citizens must serve on juries to determine verdict • First government before the Constitution, no Executive Branch • established a procedure for admitting new states to the United States • ...

civil rights movement part 2 2024-05-02

civil rights movement part 2 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. activists led by mlk along 54 mile protest for the right to vote
  2. pride in african culture and large during the civil rights movement
  3. national organization of woman
  4. federal government power over qualifications for voting and to actually enforce the 15th amendment
  5. volunteers in mississippi to register african american voters
  6. guarantee equal rights for all american citizens
  7. a bill to end segregation of public facilities
  8. a us labor union
Down
  1. fight against police brutality and nick name was red power
  2. political party focus on self defense and fought against police brutality
  3. 200000 people marched in washington for the civil rights act
  4. belief that men and women should be equal politically and economically
  5. leader of latinos fight back
  6. black nationalist who served as the spokesperson for the nation of islam
  7. idea that african americans should join islam because that was closer to african heritage

15 Clues: a us labor union • leader of latinos fight back • national organization of woman • a bill to end segregation of public facilities • guarantee equal rights for all american citizens • fight against police brutality and nick name was red power • 200000 people marched in washington for the civil rights act • volunteers in mississippi to register african american voters • ...

Legislative making laws 2023-12-14

Legislative making laws crossword puzzle
Across
  1. making laws
  2. U.S
  3. treated right
  4. bill of rights
  5. Judge and interpret laws
  6. acts on bills
Down
  1. has to be at least 35
  2. government
  3. enforce laws

9 Clues: U.S • government • making laws • enforce laws • acts on bills • treated right • bill of rights • has to be at least 35 • Judge and interpret laws

history 2020-11-23

history crossword puzzle
Across
  1. / A government that is run by the people
  2. / A less serious crime, like speeding
  3. / To take a case to a higher court for further review by a higher court
  4. / A document of a government that explains its purpose and states its powers
  5. of rights / A bill in the U.S Constitution that states citizens rights
Down
  1. / A group of citizens who hear evidence to indict a person for a crime
  2. / The division of power between the federal and state governments.
  3. / Amounts charged citizens by their governments to support governments and the services they provide
  4. and balances / A division of powers among the three branches of government, none being authorized to function without the other two
  5. Restraint / The theory that judges should hesitate before striking a law down

10 Clues: / A less serious crime, like speeding • / A government that is run by the people • / The division of power between the federal and state governments. • / A group of citizens who hear evidence to indict a person for a crime • / To take a case to a higher court for further review by a higher court • ...

Amendments 2025 2025-12-03

Amendments 2025 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. People elect their own Senators.
  2. President and Vice President are elected by separate ballots in the Electoral College.
  3. Sets first day for Congress (January 3) and the President (January 20).
  4. People in Washington D.C. can vote for President through the Electoral College.
  5. Abolished poll taxes.
  6. We do not have to let soldiers stay in our homes.
  7. Powers reserved to the states.
  8. Protection from cruel and unusual punishment.
  9. Repeal of Prohibition.
  10. Prohibition—no more alcohol.
Down
  1. Congress cannot give itself a pay raise until after the next election.
  2. Freedom of religion speech press assembly and petition.
  3. Individuals cannot sue a state in federal court.
  4. Right to bear arms.
  5. Income tax can be collected.
  6. Abolished slavery.
  7. Protects rights not listed in the Bill of Rights.
  8. Right to a speedy and fair trial.
  9. Decides the order of presidential succession.
  10. Voting age is 18 years old.
  11. Women have the right to vote.
  12. Former slaves can vote; cannot deny voting rights based on race.
  13. President is limited to two 4-year terms.
  14. States cannot reduce rights of citizens or deny equal protection or due process.
  15. Freedom from self-incrimination and double jeopardy; includes eminent domain and due process of law.
  16. Right to have a jury in civil trials.
  17. Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures.

27 Clues: Abolished slavery. • Right to bear arms. • Abolished poll taxes. • Repeal of Prohibition. • Voting age is 18 years old. • Income tax can be collected. • Prohibition—no more alcohol. • Women have the right to vote. • Powers reserved to the states. • People elect their own Senators. • Right to a speedy and fair trial. • Right to have a jury in civil trials. • ...

Amendments Crossword 2020-02-05

Amendments Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Prohibition. Outlaws the production, transport and sale of alcohol.
  2. Right to be free from unreasonable search and seizure
  3. Repealed Prohibition
  4. Abolished Slavery
  5. All powers not given directly to the federal government, goes to the states
  6. Protects against forced quartering troops
  7. Protection against cruel and unusual punishment
  8. Criminal cases are tried by a jury of peers, civil cases are heard by only a judge
Down
  1. Women's suffrage
  2. Protected the right to vote to all men and prevented discrimination on the basis of race or color
  3. Citizenship granted to all people, regardless of race, color, or previous condition of servitude; guaranteed basic rights
  4. Right to a speedy trial, right to a lawyer, right to face your accuser, jury of peers.
  5. Right to "bear arms"
  6. Freedom of speech/expression, press, religion, assembly and petition.
  7. Right to a grand jury, protection against "double jeopardy," protection against self-incrimination
  8. Citizens have more rights than just what is expressed in the bill of rights

16 Clues: Women's suffrage • Abolished Slavery • Repealed Prohibition • Right to "bear arms" • Protects against forced quartering troops • Protection against cruel and unusual punishment • Right to be free from unreasonable search and seizure • Prohibition. Outlaws the production, transport and sale of alcohol. • Freedom of speech/expression, press, religion, assembly and petition. • ...

War On Terror 2024-05-15

War On Terror crossword puzzle
Across
  1. al-Quesda terrorists were arrested for trying to smuggle ____ into the US
  2. U.S support of ____ angered middle east
  3. soon after 9/11, US started war on ____
  4. President Bush demanded all ____ camps were shut down
  5. one effective way to fight terrorist groups is to cut off ____
  6. anti-terrorist bill acronym
  7. Bin Laden dedicated himself to driving out ____
  8. civil libertarians worried the USA PATRIOT act would ___ peoples rights
  9. in December 2001 , the ____ government collapsed
  10. Soviet Union invaded ____ in 1979
Down
  1. between 2002-2006 Bin Laden released several ____
  2. Ordered out cruise missile attacks
  3. the attacks triggered economic ____
  4. a type of abcteria that killed a newspaper editor
  5. in october 2001 Bush signed the ____ bill
  6. war on terrorism would continue until ___ was achieved
  7. US began building ___ support against terrorism
  8. terrorists wanted to bomb ____
  9. Organization that recruited muslims and channeled money/arms
  10. Ran al-Queda at first

20 Clues: Ran al-Queda at first • anti-terrorist bill acronym • terrorists wanted to bomb ____ • Soviet Union invaded ____ in 1979 • Ordered out cruise missile attacks • the attacks triggered economic ____ • U.S support of ____ angered middle east • soon after 9/11, US started war on ____ • in october 2001 Bush signed the ____ bill • US began building ___ support against terrorism • ...

Origins of US Government 2023-09-27

Origins of US Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. rule by the people
  2. English Bill of Rights gave the right to trial by ______
  3. branches of government have their own distinct powers
  4. they set sail for Virginia seeking religious freedom
  5. In Ancient Greece, serving on juries and ___________ service were forms of civic participation
  6. idea that nobody is above the law
  7. legislative body in Ancient Greece
Down
  1. Natural rights include life, liberty and __________
  2. document between the nobles and King John of England
  3. enlightenment thinker who believed in a social contract
  4. self-government was a principle of the ___________ compact
  5. ancient ________ had a representative government
  6. ________ and balances keeps branches of government from becoming too powerful
  7. More than half of the vote is called this
  8. Name of pamphlet written by Thomas Paine
  9. name of the city-state in Ancient Greece

16 Clues: rule by the people • idea that nobody is above the law • legislative body in Ancient Greece • Name of pamphlet written by Thomas Paine • name of the city-state in Ancient Greece • More than half of the vote is called this • ancient ________ had a representative government • Natural rights include life, liberty and __________ • ...

Vocabulary 2024-08-09

Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Carta: 1215 document limiting royal power
  2. Locke: Philosopher who inspired natural rights theory.
  3. Bill of Rights: 1689 law enhancing parliamentary power.
  4. Hobbes: Author of Leviathan, believed in strong authority.
  5. Unrestricted rule by a monarch.
Down
  1. Rousseau: Proponent of the social contract.
  2. de Montesquieu: Advocate for separation of powers.
  3. Thinkers who explore ideas and reason.
  4. 18th-century intellectual movement.
  5. right of kings: Belief in God-given royal authority.

10 Clues: Unrestricted rule by a monarch. • 18th-century intellectual movement. • Thinkers who explore ideas and reason. • Carta: 1215 document limiting royal power • Rousseau: Proponent of the social contract. • de Montesquieu: Advocate for separation of powers. • right of kings: Belief in God-given royal authority. • Locke: Philosopher who inspired natural rights theory. • ...

Government and Civics Final Review 1 2024-12-13

Government and Civics Final Review 1 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. To formally approve a treaty or constitutional amendment
  2. Distribution of government responsibilities into distinct branches
  3. Division of power between national and state governments
  4. The president's power to reject a bill
  5. A tactic used in the Senate to delay legislation
  6. A meeting of supporters or members of a specific political party
  7. The first ten amendments to the Constitution
  8. The branch that enforces laws
  9. Legal requirement that the state must respect all legal rights
  10. Legislature with two houses
  11. The branch that interprets laws
  12. Protection against unlawful detention
  13. The supreme law of the United States
  14. An organized effort to win an election
  15. Grants Congress power to regulate trade
  16. Establishes the Constitution as the highest law
Down
  1. A change or addition to the Constitution
  2. Manipulate electoral district boundaries for political advantage
  3. The body that elects the president
  4. The right to vote in political elections
  5. The current holder of a political office
  6. The highest judicial authority in the United States
  7. Branch of government responsible for making laws
  8. System that allows each branch to limit the others
  9. A strategy to manipulate district boundaries
  10. A proposed law presented for approval
  11. Introduction to the Constitution outlining its purposes
  12. Theory that people give up some rights for protection from their government
  13. The authority granted by a constituency to act as its representative
  14. The power of courts to declare laws unconstitutional
  15. The process to remove a public official for misconduct

31 Clues: Legislature with two houses • The branch that enforces laws • The branch that interprets laws • The body that elects the president • The supreme law of the United States • A proposed law presented for approval • Protection against unlawful detention • The president's power to reject a bill • An organized effort to win an election • Grants Congress power to regulate trade • ...

American revolution crossword puzzle 2023-01-10

American revolution crossword puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. and Concord
  2. Army
Down
  1. of Independence
  2. of Rights
  3. Empire
  4. Washington
  5. Jefferson

7 Clues: Army • Empire • of Rights • Jefferson • Washington • and Concord • of Independence

Enrichment 2016-01-22

Enrichment crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Doctrine- a document warning the countries of Europe not to create colonies in the Americas
  2. James Madison’s wife
  3. of Good Feeling- the nickname of James Monroe’s time in office
  4. Star Spangled Banner- The nation's anthem
  5. of Congress- people who opposed to President Adams
  6. Monroe- one of the last leaders of the American Revolution
  7. Quincy Adams- son of second president
Down
  1. of Rights- first ten amendments
  2. someone who worked on congress
  3. Mansion- Another Name for the White House
  4. River- the river that President Adams went swimming in every morning
  5. Institution- was helped found by John Quincy Adams
  6. Jefferson- appointed James Madison secretary of State
  7. Constitution- Rights of the U.S.

14 Clues: James Madison’s wife • someone who worked on congress • of Rights- first ten amendments • Constitution- Rights of the U.S. • Quincy Adams- son of second president • Mansion- Another Name for the White House • Star Spangled Banner- The nation's anthem • of Congress- people who opposed to President Adams • Institution- was helped found by John Quincy Adams • ...

Striving for Equality and Reform 2024-10-22

Striving for Equality and Reform crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Underwood Tarrif bill cut these
  2. Groups that made loans
  3. Gave congress more power to collect income tax
  4. Led Division of Forestry
  5. Taft's political party
  6. Wilson's political party
Down
  1. After Roosevelt he took over
  2. Conservation or_____?
  3. President that embraced progressive ideas
  4. Endorsed further regulation
  5. Group that promoted civil rights
  6. Act that limited railroad workers' workdays
  7. Segregation laws
  8. University Roosevelt graduated
  9. ______ v. Ferguson

15 Clues: Segregation laws • ______ v. Ferguson • Conservation or_____? • Groups that made loans • Taft's political party • Led Division of Forestry • Wilson's political party • Endorsed further regulation • After Roosevelt he took over • University Roosevelt graduated • Underwood Tarrif bill cut these • Group that promoted civil rights • President that embraced progressive ideas • ...

Social studies crossword 2023-11-14

Social studies crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Jersey Plan
  2. of Confederation
  3. of rights
  4. Convention
Down
  1. Ordinance
  2. Plan
  3. Rebellion

7 Clues: Plan • Ordinance • of rights • Rebellion • Convention • Jersey Plan • of Confederation

The bill of rights amendments 2022-09-17

The bill of rights amendments crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Rights of accused persons, e.g., right to a speedy and public trial.
  2. Other rights of the people.
  3. Right to due process of law, freedom from self-incrimination, double jeopardy.
  4. Freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishments.
  5. Powers reserved to the states.
  6. Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures.
Down
  1. Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.
  2. Right of trial by jury in civil cases.
  3. Right to keep and bear arms in order to maintain a well-regulated militia.
  4. No quartering of soldiers.

10 Clues: No quartering of soldiers. • Other rights of the people. • Powers reserved to the states. • Right of trial by jury in civil cases. • Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures. • Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition. • Freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishments. • ...

Bill of Rights Crossword Puzzle 2022-09-29

Bill of Rights Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Rights of accused persons, e.g., right to a speedy and public trial.
  2. Freedom of speech,religion,petition,assemble,press
  3. Right of trial by jury in civil cases.
  4. Powers reserved to the states.
  5. Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures.
Down
  1. Right to due process of law, freedom from self-incrimination, double jeopardy.
  2. Freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishments.
  3. No quartering of soldiers.
  4. Other rights of the people.
  5. right to keep and bear arms in order to maintain a well regulated militia.

10 Clues: No quartering of soldiers. • Other rights of the people. • Powers reserved to the states. • Right of trial by jury in civil cases. • Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures. • Freedom of speech,religion,petition,assemble,press • Freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishments. • Rights of accused persons, e.g., right to a speedy and public trial. • ...

The 10 Bill of Rights 2022-12-02

The 10 Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Right to trial by jury
  2. Right to bear arms
  3. Freedom of speech, Freedom of the press, Freedom of religion, Freedom of assembly, Right to petition the government
  4. Protection against unreasonable search and seizure, Protection against the issuing of warrants without probable cause
  5. Right to a speedy trial, Right to be informed of charges, Right to be confronted by witnesses, Right to call witnesses, Right to a legal counsel
Down
  1. Protection against housing soldiers in civilian homes
  2. Powers not granted to the Federal Government in the Constitution belong to the states or the people
  3. Rights granted in the Constitution shall not infringe on other rights.
  4. Protection against, excessive bail, excessive fines, cruel and unusual punishment
  5. Protection against, trial without indictment, double jeopardy, self-incrimination, property seizure

10 Clues: Right to bear arms • Right to trial by jury • Protection against housing soldiers in civilian homes • Rights granted in the Constitution shall not infringe on other rights. • Protection against, excessive bail, excessive fines, cruel and unusual punishment • Powers not granted to the Federal Government in the Constitution belong to the states or the people • ...

Constitution and Bill of Rights 2020-11-10

Constitution and Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. president of the constitutional convention: George _____
  2. leader of the 1787 rebellion: Daniel _____
  3. open attack, usually armed
  4. introduction to the constitution
Down
  1. branch that makes laws
  2. a place where weapons are stored
  3. our government is divided into three of these
  4. father of the Constitution: James ______
  5. another word for judge
  6. head of the executive branch

10 Clues: branch that makes laws • another word for judge • open attack, usually armed • head of the executive branch • a place where weapons are stored • introduction to the constitution • father of the Constitution: James ______ • leader of the 1787 rebellion: Daniel _____ • our government is divided into three of these • president of the constitutional convention: George _____

Bill of Rights crossword puzzle 2022-01-20

Bill of Rights crossword puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a person cant be accused of a crime twice and cant be forced to say things that incriminate themselves
  2. the federal government doesn't own the rights that aren't listed in the constitution, the citizens do
  3. the right to a speedy public trial
  4. no soldier should be quartered in any home
  5. States rights
Down
  1. right to bear arms
  2. cant give cruel or unusual punishments and cant give unreasonably high bail
  3. freedom of speech and religion
  4. the right to a jury trial to federal civil cases that exceed 20 dollars like car accidents
  5. the right to protect themselves from unreasonable searches and seizures

10 Clues: States rights • right to bear arms • freedom of speech and religion • the right to a speedy public trial • no soldier should be quartered in any home • the right to protect themselves from unreasonable searches and seizures • cant give cruel or unusual punishments and cant give unreasonably high bail • ...

Bill of rights: Amendment Number 2023-09-05

Bill of rights: Amendment Number crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A fact cannot be re-examined in trial
  2. Allows states to give more rights
  3. No cruel punishments.
  4. Is the freedom of speech
  5. If the federal or state do not prohibit something the people can do it
  6. you have the right to speedy trial
Down
  1. the gov't needs a probable cause or a warrant.
  2. is the right to bear arms
  3. The gov't cannot force you to shelter soldiers
  4. You cannot be tried for the same crime twice

10 Clues: No cruel punishments. • Is the freedom of speech • is the right to bear arms • Allows states to give more rights • you have the right to speedy trial • A fact cannot be re-examined in trial • You cannot be tried for the same crime twice • the gov't needs a probable cause or a warrant. • The gov't cannot force you to shelter soldiers • ...

Constitution and Bill of Rights 2023-12-14

Constitution and Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. right to a trial by jury
  2. freedom of speech
  3. outlaws unreasonable search
  4. power given to the states
Down
  1. cannot be tried for a serious crime
  2. no quartering of soldiers
  3. right to bear arms
  4. NO EXCESSIVE BAIL
  5. rights not listed
  6. right to public trial

10 Clues: NO EXCESSIVE BAIL • freedom of speech • rights not listed • right to bear arms • right to public trial • right to a trial by jury • no quartering of soldiers • power given to the states • outlaws unreasonable search • cannot be tried for a serious crime

The English Bill Of Rights 2023-09-21

The English Bill Of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. right guaranteed by the 1st Amendment Of the US constitution.
  2. dividing into four equal parts
  3. administration of justice according to rules and principles.
  4. the institution and conduct of legal proceedings against a defendant for criminal behavior
  5. The constitutional convention of Philadelphia in 1778
  6. a body of citizens sworn to give a verdict in a court of law
Down
  1. a right of the state to take private property for public use
  2. a body of citizens sworn to give a verdict in a court of law.
  3. lessen, diminish, or curtail
  4. the branch of armed services that conducts operations at sea
  5. prosecution of the same crime twice

11 Clues: lessen, diminish, or curtail • dividing into four equal parts • prosecution of the same crime twice • The constitutional convention of Philadelphia in 1778 • a right of the state to take private property for public use • administration of justice according to rules and principles. • the branch of armed services that conducts operations at sea • ...

Bill of Rights Crossword Puzzle 2024-10-22

Bill of Rights Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Protects freedoms of religion, assembly, press, petition, and speech
  2. No quartering of troops during peacetime
  3. Civic duty to serve in jury duty
  4. No cruel or unusual punishment
Down
  1. No search or seizure without a warrant
  2. Right to bear arms
  3. Shared powers between state and national
  4. Right to a lawyer and to have a public trial
  5. Rights not listed in the Constitution
  6. Cannot be tried twice for the same crime if found innocent

10 Clues: Right to bear arms • No cruel or unusual punishment • Civic duty to serve in jury duty • Rights not listed in the Constitution • No search or seizure without a warrant • No quartering of troops during peacetime • Shared powers between state and national • Right to a lawyer and to have a public trial • Cannot be tried twice for the same crime if found innocent • ...

Colonial Government 2023-10-03

Colonial Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. These are freedoms you have that are protected by the law.
  2. This is Great Britain's legislative body.
  3. This type of colonial government was the most democratic.
  4. this was the first legislature in colonial America, the __________ of Burgesses.
  5. A legislature is a group of people empowered to make ________.
  6. This was the intellectual and political movement that swept across Europe in the 17th and 18th Centuries sharing ideas like: Social Contract, Separation of Government Powers and Popular Sovereignty.
  7. In a social contract, people will give up some ______________ and agree to follow the rules of the government.
Down
  1. Making sure all legal steps were properly followed for all citizens to ensure fairness in legal matters: Due ___________
  2. there is no government and no laws in a _____________ of nature.
  3. This document was signed by the King in 1215 and was the first to limit the king's power and establish rights for some citizens.
  4. These rights are rights you have because you exist-Life, Liberty and Property.
  5. The concept of a separation of governmental powers says governmental power should be divided into separate __________.
  6. the idea of Popular Sovereignty says ____________ have the ultimate authority
  7. The English ______ of Rights included such rights as Trial by Jury, Freedom of Speech, No Cruel Punishment and No new Taxes without Parliament's approval
  8. This type of colony had the least amount of democracy

15 Clues: This is Great Britain's legislative body. • This type of colony had the least amount of democracy • This type of colonial government was the most democratic. • These are freedoms you have that are protected by the law. • A legislature is a group of people empowered to make ________. • there is no government and no laws in a _____________ of nature. • ...

Reconstruction 2015-11-01

Reconstruction crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Bill / required states to abolish slavery and pledge themselves to the United States.
  2. / the year that the Civil Rights Act was passed.
  3. of Office Act / Bars the President from removing office holders, without Senate approval.
  4. Theater / Place Lincoln was Shot.
  5. Wilkes Booth / assassinated President Abe Lincoln.
  6. Bureau / Coordinates efforts to educate and care for former slaves.
  7. Inn / The place Lincoln died.
  8. Codes / Legal codes that deny African Americans the civil rights given to every man at birth.
  9. S. Grant / elected president in November 1868.
Down
  1. / Northerners who migrated South after or during the war.
  2. Plan / another name for the 10% plan.
  3. Amendment / Abolished Slavery.
  4. Mudd / The doctor who treated Booth's broken leg
  5. / First state to rejoin the U.S.
  6. / Derogatory term for Southern White Republicans.
  7. Klux Klan / A violent "religious" group that sought out to frighten African American from expressing their want of civil rights.

16 Clues: Inn / The place Lincoln died. • Amendment / Abolished Slavery. • / First state to rejoin the U.S. • Theater / Place Lincoln was Shot. • Plan / another name for the 10% plan. • S. Grant / elected president in November 1868. • / the year that the Civil Rights Act was passed. • Mudd / The doctor who treated Booth's broken leg • ...

U.S Constitution 2018-12-19

U.S Constitution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. No double jeopardy - cannot get tried for the same crime twice
  2. Right to trial with a jury and attorney
  3. Were supporters of the Constitution
  4. Powers not given to federal government go to people and states
  5. Interprets laws, settles arguments between states,declares laws unconstitutional
  6. Power is shared between states and national government
  7. No unreasonable searches and seizures
  8. Right to a fair and speedy trial
  9. Writes laws, and both houses much vote "yes". Creates an annual budget for the government. Can override presidential vetoes (no's)
  10. First 10 amendments to protect citizens rights
  11. Protection of rights not specifically listed in the Constitution
  12. The power to take personal property to benefit the public
Down
  1. To approve something to be legally binding
  2. Freedom of Religion, Speech, Press, Assembly, and Petition
  3. Carries out the law, can veto laws, can declare war - Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces
  4. No cruel or unusual punishment
  5. To persuade people to support the Constitution and get it ratified
  6. The type of government the United States has
  7. Were those who opposed the Constitution. Only ratified it after the Bill of Rights was promised
  8. Protection from housing soldiers
  9. Right to bare arms (own guns)

21 Clues: Right to bare arms (own guns) • No cruel or unusual punishment • Right to a fair and speedy trial • Protection from housing soldiers • Were supporters of the Constitution • No unreasonable searches and seizures • Right to trial with a jury and attorney • To approve something to be legally binding • The type of government the United States has • ...

Are You Smarter Than A Founding Father? 2022-10-17

Are You Smarter Than A Founding Father? crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the act of removing the president or vice president
  2. we the people of the united states, in order to form a more perfect _______.
  3. the congress, whenever ____ of both houses shall deem it necessary, shall propose amendments to this constitution
  4. where was the constitution drafted?
  5. the constitution helped strengthen ______ government
  6. the us is a ________ democracy.
  7. all legislative powers herein granted shall be vested in a _________
  8. which amendment grants citizens the freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly and petition
  9. house of representatives members are chosen every ___ years
  10. the presidential constitutional right to refuse a bill
  11. the trial of all crimes shall be by
  12. what section within article 1 are the enumerated powers located
  13. before a bill passes it must first be presented to the ________.
  14. proposed as protection for those fearful of a strong national government
Down
  1. the bill of rights consists of the ten ________.
  2. powers expressly granted to congress by the constitution
  3. *bonus* which state was misspelled in the constitution
  4. the constitution was created because of issues with the articles of _____.
  5. true or false. the united states supreme court justices are appointed by the senate
  6. how many branches are in the constitution?
  7. james _____ is known as the father of the constitution
  8. the first bar of the constitution
  9. the amendment that abolished slavery in the united states
  10. the introduction of the constitution is known as the _____.

24 Clues: the us is a ________ democracy. • the first bar of the constitution • where was the constitution drafted? • the trial of all crimes shall be by • how many branches are in the constitution? • the bill of rights consists of the ten ________. • the act of removing the president or vice president • the constitution helped strengthen ______ government • ...

Bill Of Rights and 7 Principles Of Government 2022-02-18

Bill Of Rights and 7 Principles Of Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Anti-Federalists agreed to the Constitution once this was added. Stated the rights the people had
  2. Federalists, became the first president before the Constitution was even ratified
  3. Abolition of Poll Tax in National Elections
  4. Changing something in a law or document
  5. Gave Congress power to collect taxes on income
  6. Anti-Federalists who wanted the Bill of Rights added
  7. Black Suffrage, No denial of vote because of race, color, previous condition of servitude
  8. States can not be sued in federal court
Down
  1. The introduction of the U.S. Constitution. Declares power of the government comes from the people and lists the goals of the Constitution.
  2. People are the ultimate authority
  3. People elect senators
  4. Changing something in a law or doc
  5. Voting Age Set to 18 Years
  6. All states had the same number of representative's. Favored the small states
  7. Women's Suffrage, women gain the right to vote
  8. Women's Suffrage, women gain the right to vote
  9. Presidential succession, vice presidential vacancy, and presidential disability
  10. Election of President and Vice President, Revision of Electoral College

18 Clues: People elect senators • Voting Age Set to 18 Years • People are the ultimate authority • Changing something in a law or doc • Changing something in a law or document • States can not be sued in federal court • Abolition of Poll Tax in National Elections • Women's Suffrage, women gain the right to vote • Women's Suffrage, women gain the right to vote • ...

bill of rights and 7 principles of government 2022-02-22

bill of rights and 7 principles of government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Prohibits unreasonable arrests and searches
  2. Citizens are given unalienable rights that cannot be taken away without a trial.
  3. Freedom of the press, religion, assemble, speech, and petition the government
  4. Everyone must follow the law. The government is not all powerful.
  5. No citizen should be forced to quarter soldiers in their homes
  6. The idea that the people hold the power in the government. They exercise this power by voting.
  7. Protects the rights to carry and bear arms
  8. Each branch of the government has a way to limit the powers of the other two branches.
Down
  1. Right to be informed of charges, right to a speedy trial
  2. Sets limitations on bail and punishments
  3. The central government is separated into three branches.
  4. Provides for the rights of persons accused of a crime
  5. States people have other rights that are not addressed in the constitution
  6. Provides for jury trials in civil cases
  7. Says all powers not given to the federal government are kept by the states or the people
  8. People elect representatives to make laws for them.
  9. The Federal and the state governments share power. Each has roles that only they can fulfill and some they share.

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 • Right to be informed of charges, right to a speedy trial • ...

Bill of Rights& the 7 Principles of Government 2022-02-16

Bill of Rights& the 7 Principles of Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Prohibition against search and seizure without a warrant.
  2. Affirms rights of the people not enumerated in Constitution
  3. Provides for a jury trial in civil cases
  4. Right to bear arms
  5. Protects the rights of accused persons- cannot be held.
  6. Provides for reserved powers of the states.
  7. Right to a speedy trial
  8. political philosophy in which a group of people are bound together
  9. the rights needed by each individual to pursue their lives and goals
Down
  1. limits and controls limits
  2. Prohibition against quartering of troops.
  3. Freedom of religion
  4. the idea that the power of a state
  5. the ideology of governing a nation
  6. the legislative, executive, and judicial functions of government
  7. a form of government with roles
  8. Prohibits excessive bail, fines, or cruel and unusual punishment

17 Clues: Right to bear arms • Freedom of religion • Right to a speedy trial • limits and controls limits • a form of government with roles • the idea that the power of a state • the ideology of governing a nation • Provides for a jury trial in civil cases • Prohibition against quartering of troops. • Provides for reserved powers of the states. • ...

xx 2024-09-12

xx crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Official written record
  2. The right to act without restraint
  3. A place of legal judgment
  4. Choosing leaders by voting
  5. Proposed law for approval
  6. Limits on government powers
  7. Divisions of government
  8. The legislative branch
  9. Sharing power between states and national government
  10. Being equal in rights
  11. Regulated trade by Congress
Down
  1. Formal argument or discussion
  2. A section in a legal document
  3. Original sections of the Constitution
  4. Government by the people
  5. An agreement with concessions
  6. A change to the Constitution
  7. Relating to national government
  8. Meeting to draft the Constitution
  9. The branch that enforces laws

20 Clues: Being equal in rights • The legislative branch • Official written record • Divisions of government • Government by the people • A place of legal judgment • Proposed law for approval • Choosing leaders by voting • Limits on government powers • Regulated trade by Congress • A change to the Constitution • Formal argument or discussion • A section in a legal document • ...

Crossword 1 2025-04-09

Crossword 1 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. See through
  2. Vouchsafe
  3. A Kanto Starter
  4. Italian Plumber
  5. Everywhere
  6. 4 year higher studies
  7. Lesser than a chef
  8. fixed reference line
  9. Harry Potter Protaganist
  10. Gato_
  11. Gummy Clusters
  12. A musical Pattern that repeats
  13. embiggen
  14. _Box
  15. Bill of_
  16. strange behavior
  17. a state of armed combat
Down
  1. Malleable
  2. _Doodles
  3. Children's Prison
  4. Unexact, Unclear
  5. Ruled by the people
  6. made up of exactly similar parts facing each other
  7. Lives in a pineapple
  8. Squishy Sweet
  9. Brand of Pencils
  10. like real though not. Artificial
  11. _Doe
  12. _Day

29 Clues: _Box • _Doe • _Day • Gato_ • _Doodles • embiggen • Bill of_ • Malleable • Vouchsafe • Everywhere • See through • Squishy Sweet • Gummy Clusters • A Kanto Starter • Italian Plumber • Unexact, Unclear • Brand of Pencils • strange behavior • Children's Prison • Lesser than a chef • Ruled by the people • fixed reference line • Lives in a pineapple • 4 year higher studies • a state of armed combat • Harry Potter Protaganist • ...

Constitution vocab cross word 2022-11-18

Constitution vocab cross word crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Court
  2. Branch
  3. Compromise
Down
  1. of Representatives
  2. Branch
  3. Jersey Plan
  4. Branch
  5. of Rights
  6. Plan

9 Clues: Plan • Court • Branch • Branch • Branch • of Rights • Compromise • Jersey Plan • of Representatives

S.S Crossword puzzle 2022-11-18

S.S Crossword puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Branch
  2. Plan
  3. Compromise
  4. Court
Down
  1. of Representatives
  2. Branch
  3. Branch
  4. of Rights
  5. Jersey Plan

9 Clues: Plan • Court • Branch • Branch • Branch • of Rights • Compromise • Jersey Plan • of Representatives

Founding Principles of Government 2023-02-07

Founding Principles of Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A system in which power is divided between the national and state governments A system in which power is divided between the national and state governments
  2. Constitutional division of powers among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches
  3. US government type
  4. fair treatment through the normal judicial system, especially as a citizen's entitlement.
  5. First ten amendments that lay out individual rights
  6. A system that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other branches in order to prevent abuse of power
  7. A belief that ultimate power resides in the people.
  8. life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
  9. Enlightenment thinker. Opposed to monarchy. Believed in branches or balance of power
  10. principle that every citizen is treated equally and fairly in the judicial system.
Down
  1. Legislative, Judicial, Executive
  2. a means of keeping politicians close to the preferences of a majority of the people
  3. Elections are free and open to all citizens of voting age each individuals vote counts the same
  4. English philosopher who argued that people have natural rights
  5. Basic liberties and rights of all citizens are guaranteed in the Bill of Rights
  6. no one is above the law

16 Clues: US government type • no one is above the law • Legislative, Judicial, Executive • life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness • First ten amendments that lay out individual rights • A belief that ultimate power resides in the people. • English philosopher who argued that people have natural rights • ...

CIVICS CHAPTER 1-10 2025-04-17

CIVICS CHAPTER 1-10 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a system of government in which two or more governments exercise power over the same people and the same territory
  2. a meeting where political party members who have been chosen as delegates from each state vote for the candidate supported by their state's voters
  3. a member of a political party chosen in each state to formally elect the president and vice president
  4. a formally concluded and ratified agreement between countries
  5. a permanent committee in Congress that oversees bills that deal with certain kinds of issues
  6. a political community that occupies a definite territory and has an organized government
  7. the money that people and businesses pay to support the activities of the government
  8. a state without government and laws
  9. authority shared by two or more committes
  10. a change to the Constitution
  11. one of seven main divisions of the body of the constitution
  12. one not on active duty in the armed services or not on a police or firefighting force
  13. an event held before an election where members of the party go to the polls and vote on which candidate they want to see earn their party's nomination
  14. a session at which a committee listens to testimony from people interested in the bill
  15. powers not described in the Constitution, but that have been claimed by presidents
  16. a bill that sets up a federal program and specifies how much money may be appropriated for the program
  17. an economic system that emphasizes freedom of choice and individual incentive
  18. a government In which people elect delegates to make laws and conduct government
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  1. the concept that a government's power was not absolute
  2. the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, guaranteeing essential rights and freedoms to citizens
  3. a paid representative of an interest group who contacts government officials on behalf of these interest groups
  4. a written instrument from the authorities of a society granting rights or privileges
  5. to formally accuse
  6. the limits or territory within which authority may be exercised
  7. government in which the people rule
  8. the central banking system of the United States
  9. a great majority of votes for one side
  10. a group of people united by bonds of race, language, custom, tradition, and sometimes religion
  11. rejection of a bill by the president
  12. a tax on imported goods usually reserved for regulating trade with foreign countries
  13. something given or received as an equivalent for services
  14. a rule issued by the president that has the force of law
  15. a system of government in which a king, queen, or emperor exercises supreme powers of government
  16. an authorization to act given to a representative
  17. local group of armed citizens
  18. rights that are believed to belong justifiably to every person
  19. a population count
  20. a proposed law
  21. an assistant to the party floor leader in the legislature
  22. approval of government spending

40 Clues: a proposed law • to formally accuse • a population count • a change to the Constitution • local group of armed citizens • approval of government spending • government in which the people rule • a state without government and laws • rejection of a bill by the president • a great majority of votes for one side • authority shared by two or more committes • ...

Civics Review Chapter 1-7 crosswords 2026-02-04

Civics Review Chapter 1-7 crosswords crossword puzzle
Across
  1. two house legislature
  2. A group people united by bonds of race, language, custom,tradition and sometimes religon
  3. Once a bill has been reported by a committee it moves to the full for debate and amending
  4. Who wrote Common Sense
  5. What philosopher from the Enlightenment wrote The Spirit of the Laws and came up with the concept of separation of powers
  6. The of Congress preforms most of the work
  7. Who wrote the Declaration of Independence
  8. Who is the father of Communism
  9. What philosopher wrote Levitan and believed men were basically evil and government was needed to protect men from themselves
  10. An economic System in which the central government directs all major economic decisions
  11. The Study of how people and nation use their limited resources to attempt to satisfy wants and needs
  12. A required government expenditure that continues from one year to the next
  13. What is one power the legislature branch has over the executive branch
  14. Who is the father of Capitalism
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  1. A Propose Law
  2. elected official who is already in office
  3. to draw a district lines after reapportionment is complete
  4. A method of Defeating a bill in the senate
  5. The ones who favored the ratification of the constitution
  6. a person whom a member has been elected to represent
  7. What philosopher of the Enlightenment believed all men were born with natural rights such as life, liberty, and property
  8. A political commonity that occupies definite territory and has an organized government
  9. An economic system in which the government controls the basic means of production
  10. if the bill passes the house and Senate it goes to the to be signed into lawyer vetoed
  11. Money that people and businesses pay to support the government

25 Clues: A Propose Law • two house legislature • Who wrote Common Sense • Who is the father of Communism • Who is the father of Capitalism • elected official who is already in office • Who wrote the Declaration of Independence • A method of Defeating a bill in the senate • The of Congress preforms most of the work • a person whom a member has been elected to represent • ...

Government Review 2024-11-20

Government Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a system of order for a nation, state, or another political unit
  2. Amendment about unreasonable search and seizure
  3. early English document of democracy that limited the power of the King
  4. type of sovereignty that means the power of government rests with the people
  5. a system of government in which the same territory is controlled by two levels of government
  6. Another name for a representative democracy
  7. The first ten amendments
  8. Document that listed reasons for separating from a government
  9. This amendment abolished slavery
  10. System of government in which as hereditary king or queen is the legislative and executive authority
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  1. an economic and political system in which a country's trade and industry are controlled by private owners for profit.
  2. Living document that set up our government
  3. Articles of ________ ; first constitution of the US
  4. system of government where common or public ownership of resources and means of production leads to a more equal society
  5. ___________ Compact; agreement or contract created by the Pilgrims which was a written plan for government
  6. _________ Bill of Rights ; protected the rights of British citizens and became the basis for the American version
  7. Enlightenment thinker and philosopher, natural rights and social contract theory
  8. This amendment guarantees 5 rights all citizens possess
  9. type of government in which people have a direct say in making laws and selecting leaders
  10. This amendment gave women the right to vote
  11. _______ government; Principle of government that says it should not have too much power

21 Clues: The first ten amendments • This amendment abolished slavery • Living document that set up our government • Another name for a representative democracy • This amendment gave women the right to vote • Amendment about unreasonable search and seizure • Articles of ________ ; first constitution of the US • This amendment guarantees 5 rights all citizens possess • ...

How Well Do You Know Bill? 2025-11-25

How Well Do You Know Bill? crossword puzzle
Across
  1. : How many years has Bill been in SLV?
  2. : What is Bill’s favorite dance?
  3. : What location in the house will you most probably find Bill?
  4. : What is the brand of Bill’s fishing boat?
  5. : Where is Bill’s favorite place to shop?
  6. : What body part has been replaced?
  7. : What model is Bill’s car?
  8. : What city was Bill born and raised in?
  9. : When he fishes, what does he prefer catching?
  10. : What sport did Bill play/do in college/university?
  11. : What college/University did Bill get his BS from?
Down
  1. : What brand is Bill’s beloved tractor?
  2. : How many trips has Bill taken out of the country?
  3. : How many years has Bill been married?
  4. : How many brothers does Bill have?
  5. : What musical instrument does Bill play?
  6. : What did he major in?
  7. : Where does Bill go in May?
  8. : What location do Janie hate for Bill to go?
  9. : What TV station runs continuously in Bill’s house?
  10. : From what company did Bill retire?
  11. : How many sisters?
  12. : What is the brand name of Bill’s big boat?

23 Clues: : How many sisters? • : What did he major in? • : What model is Bill’s car? • : Where does Bill go in May? • : What is Bill’s favorite dance? • : How many brothers does Bill have? • : What body part has been replaced? • : From what company did Bill retire? • : How many years has Bill been in SLV? • : What brand is Bill’s beloved tractor? • ...

Gender Equality 2025-11-04

Gender Equality crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Article 11 talks about equal rights at ________.
  2. Article 6 focuses on ending this illegal activity involving women.
  3. Article 16 ensures equality in ______ and family life.
  4. Article 10 guarantees equal rights in this area.
  5. Article 12 protects women’s right to access ______ care.
Down
  1. The convention aims to eliminate all forms of __________ against women.
  2. The CEDAW was adopted by the ______ Nations.
  3. Article 7 gives women equal rights in ______ life and decision-making.
  4. The CEDAW is often called the 'International Bill of _______ for Women.'

9 Clues: The CEDAW was adopted by the ______ Nations. • Article 11 talks about equal rights at ________. • Article 10 guarantees equal rights in this area. • Article 16 ensures equality in ______ and family life. • Article 12 protects women’s right to access ______ care. • Article 6 focuses on ending this illegal activity involving women. • ...

Unit 8/9 AIR Review 2026-03-10

Unit 8/9 AIR Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Applying the Bill of Rights to the states through the 14th Amendment
  2. The right to request changes from the government
  3. The maximum amount the federal government can borrow, added to the 1851 Ohio Constitution
  4. Amendment protecting against cruel and unusual punishment
  5. Rights protecting individuals from discrimination
  6. A change or addition to the Constitution
  7. The right to gather peacefully with others
  8. Powers specifically listed in the Constitution
  9. Something a citizen is expected to do but not required
Down
  1. Amendment stating people have rights beyond those listed in the Constitution
  2. The idea that government power comes from the people
  3. The right to publish information freely
  4. Clause guaranteeing fair treatment under the law, in the 14th Amendment
  5. Amendment protecting against self-incrimination and double jeopardy
  6. The right to express ideas and opinions
  7. The right to practice any faith or no faith
  8. Amendment guaranteeing a fair and speedy trial

17 Clues: The right to publish information freely • The right to express ideas and opinions • A change or addition to the Constitution • The right to gather peacefully with others • The right to practice any faith or no faith • Amendment guaranteeing a fair and speedy trial • Powers specifically listed in the Constitution • The right to request changes from the government • ...

american history 2024-11-14

american history crossword puzzle
Across
  1. trade
  2. code
Down
  1. of rights
  2. crop
  3. meeting
  4. colony
  5. government

7 Clues: crop • code • trade • colony • meeting • of rights • government

Legal Definitions 2021-09-30

Legal Definitions crossword puzzle
Across
  1. someone taken out of position for certain reasons
  2. upfront payment to a lawyer
  3. sum of money paid to attorney after a win
  4. 2 advocates present case to impartial jury
  5. principle/rule
  6. legal counsel in civil court
  7. influencing a legislative action
  8. standard used to validate
  9. 2 levels of government
  10. the court investigates cases
  11. moral principles of human behavior
  12. defined laws
  13. federal law is supreme over state law
  14. direct vote by the electorate
  15. protected communications
Down
  1. prove constitutional validity of legislation
  2. >1 year
  3. state attorney
  4. 3 branches of government
  5. an objection to a proposed juror
  6. formal agreement in civil court
  7. deal between prosecutor and
  8. charged by the charger
  9. attorney breaches duty of care
  10. determining points of litigation
  11. first 10
  12. philosophy of law
  13. expulsion of a legal attorney
  14. non-indictable charge
  15. preliminary examinations of jurors and witnesses

30 Clues: >1 year • first 10 • defined laws • state attorney • principle/rule • philosophy of law • non-indictable charge • charged by the charger • 2 levels of government • 3 branches of government • protected communications • standard used to validate • upfront payment to a lawyer • deal between prosecutor and • legal counsel in civil court • the court investigates cases • expulsion of a legal attorney • ...

Famous People 2021-06-23

Famous People crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Clooney American actor and political activist
  2. Einstein German scientist theory of relativity
  3. Disney American film producer
  4. Edison American inventor
  5. Beethoven German composer
  6. Luther King American civil rights campaigner
  7. Columbus Italian explorer
  8. Churchill British Prime Minister during WWII
  9. Presley American musician
Down
  1. Federer Swiss Tennis player
  2. Peron First Lady of Argentina
  3. Monroe American actress singer model
  4. Van Gogh Dutch artist
  5. Lincoln US President during civil war
  6. Gates founder of Microsoft

15 Clues: Columbus Italian explorer • Van Gogh Dutch artist • Beethoven German composer • Edison American inventor • Presley American musician • Federer Swiss Tennis player • Gates founder of Microsoft • Disney American film producer • Lincoln US President during civil war • ...

Famous People 2021-06-23

Famous People crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Clooney American actor and political activist
  2. Einstein German scientist theory of relativity
  3. Disney American film producer
  4. Edison American inventor
  5. Beethoven German composer
  6. Luther King American civil rights campaigner
  7. Columbus Italian explorer
  8. Churchill British Prime Minister during WWII
  9. Presley American musician
Down
  1. Federer Swiss Tennis player
  2. Peron First Lady of Argentina
  3. Monroe American actress singer model
  4. Van Gogh Dutch artist
  5. Lincoln US President during civil war
  6. Gates founder of Microsoft

15 Clues: Columbus Italian explorer • Van Gogh Dutch artist • Beethoven German composer • Edison American inventor • Presley American musician • Federer Swiss Tennis player • Gates founder of Microsoft • Disney American film producer • Lincoln US President during civil war • ...

Government 3 2015-10-12

Government 3 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Change or improve something
  2. Specific geographic area in Canada that a MP represent in the House of Commons
  3. Senator or Member of the House of Commons
  4. To place a document for consideration before the senate, House or committee
  5. A change made to a bill with the intent to improve it
  6. One of the two large rooms in the Centre Block of the Parliament Buildings
  7. MP or Senator who gives information about the Chamber's business
  8. To choose a representative in an election
  9. Formal event that follows traditions
  10. Government's plan for how it will collect and spend money each year
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  1. Group of the same political party of Senators and MPs
  2. The person in charge of a meeting
  3. Agreement by the provinces to join together to form Canada and make a federal Parliament
  4. Meeting of the Senate or House of Commons within a session
  5. City where a country's legislature is located and where the government's business is carried out
  6. Two chambers or rooms
  7. Student in university who works for the Senate or House of Commons
  8. Proposal for a law to be considered by Parliament
  9. Group of Senators, MPs or both selected to study a specific bill and write a report about it
  10. Group of all the Ministers
  11. Person with full political and civil rights in his or her country

21 Clues: Two chambers or rooms • Group of all the Ministers • Change or improve something • The person in charge of a meeting • Formal event that follows traditions • Senator or Member of the House of Commons • To choose a representative in an election • Proposal for a law to be considered by Parliament • Group of the same political party of Senators and MPs • ...

Non-fiction Reading Packet Crossword 2022-10-24

Non-fiction Reading Packet Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Italian city with the coliseum
  2. where bill lives
  3. the country bill is from
  4. this german city becomes an american fast food if you add two letters to the end
  5. bill's former travel mate
  6. Bill's woodwork teacher in high school
  7. how many times has bill adventured across europe?
  8. Bill's secondary form of transportation
  9. country that has a famous type of holed cheese
  10. form of currency in most of europe
  11. what country is the city of milan found in?
  12. swedish girl bill fell in love with in Yugoslavia back in the day
  13. Bill's final destination
  14. Author and main character
  15. french city with unwelcoming citizens
  16. where bill went after Gothenburg
  17. the country whose capital is Bonn
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  1. italian city where bill drunkenly interacted with a japanese man and a businessman
  2. capital of denmark
  3. a country 1/250 the size of switzerland
  4. the first swedish city Bill visited
  5. a city in netherlands with many hippies
  6. Bill's primary form of transportation
  7. how many cities did bill visit in italy?
  8. bulgarian city featuring the shopping center TSUM
  9. Marta's friend
  10. country sometimes mistaken for australia
  11. Bill comes here to see the northern lights
  12. italian city bill had to hike six kilometers to get to
  13. The continent Bill considers but decides against going to in the last chapter
  14. german city bill describes as a "dismal place"
  15. Where bill got robbed by a gypsy child

32 Clues: Marta's friend • where bill lives • capital of denmark • the country bill is from • Bill's final destination • bill's former travel mate • Author and main character • Italian city with the coliseum • where bill went after Gothenburg • the country whose capital is Bonn • form of currency in most of europe • the first swedish city Bill visited • Bill's primary form of transportation • ...

crossword puzzle yass 2022-02-21

crossword puzzle yass crossword puzzle
Across
  1. One of the featured art mediums at GFA.
  2. the name of RHS newspaper's website
  3. One of the girls' tennis team captains.
  4. Jaleah Williams is selling Black History Month __.
  5. Midtown restaurant that serves a spaghetti burrito.
Down
  1. During the SAT, you are significantly __ than usual.
  2. Robinson HS's rival school
  3. The "Don't Say __" Bill is also known as the Parental Rights in Education Bill.
  4. Folk artist who removed his music from Spotify
  5. By 2024, the SAT will be __ for U.S. students.
  6. "All of Us Are Dead" has me __.
  7. Mr. Bhoolai is most excited about the new culinary __.

12 Clues: Robinson HS's rival school • "All of Us Are Dead" has me __. • the name of RHS newspaper's website • One of the featured art mediums at GFA. • One of the girls' tennis team captains. • Folk artist who removed his music from Spotify • By 2024, the SAT will be __ for U.S. students. • Jaleah Williams is selling Black History Month __. • ...

Sam Lowe Review Game 2021-11-23

Sam Lowe Review Game crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a rule enacted by the senate to prevent a filibuster
  2. assistant floor leaders
  3. a committee that involves both houses of congress
  4. decides when the house hears bills.
  5. the leader of the senate
  6. an order for somebody to appear in court
  7. Where the president addresses both houses of congress once a year.
  8. powers that the government has that are not expressly stated in the constitution
  9. a bill that is attached to a mostly unrelated bill
Down
  1. leader of the house of representatives
  2. a committee that is a permanent fixture
  3. redistricting for political benefit
  4. where a senator talks for an unlimited amount of time
  5. a government branch with two houses
  6. number of years that house of representatives members serve
  7. the government can do whatever it needs to do, so long as rights are not infringed
  8. when you spend more money than you make
  9. when government uses or takes private property for public use
  10. a committee that is formed for a specific purpose

19 Clues: assistant floor leaders • the leader of the senate • redistricting for political benefit • a government branch with two houses • decides when the house hears bills. • leader of the house of representatives • a committee that is a permanent fixture • when you spend more money than you make • an order for somebody to appear in court • ...

New South 2022-01-11

New South crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Herndon founder of Atlanta Life Insurance Company
  2. depriving a person the right to vote
  3. fought for immediate rights for African Americans
  4. promoted that African Americans should work hard for equality
  5. known for Rural Free Delivery Bill
Down
  1. case that established separate but equal
  2. laws to deny African Americans their rights
  3. three powerful politicians who dominated politics for 20 years
  4. trial of a Jewish pencil factory manager was accused of killing a young girl
  5. promoted the New South
  6. political party for the common people
  7. period in Georgia where South sought to diversify the economy
  8. showcased Georgia's industry and agriculture

13 Clues: promoted the New South • known for Rural Free Delivery Bill • depriving a person the right to vote • political party for the common people • case that established separate but equal • laws to deny African Americans their rights • showcased Georgia's industry and agriculture • Herndon founder of Atlanta Life Insurance Company • ...

New South 2022-01-11

New South crossword puzzle
Across
  1. three powerful politicians who dominated politics for 20 years
  2. laws to deny African Americans their rights
  3. trial of a Jewish pencil factory manager was accused of killing a young girl
  4. promoted that African Americans should work hard for equality
  5. showcased Georgia's industry and agriculture
  6. depriving a person the right to vote
  7. case that established separate but equal
Down
  1. known for Rural Free Delivery Bill
  2. political party for the common people
  3. founder of Atlanta Life Insurance Company
  4. period in Georgia where South sought to diversify the economy
  5. fought for immediate rights for African Americans
  6. promoted the New South

13 Clues: promoted the New South • known for Rural Free Delivery Bill • depriving a person the right to vote • political party for the common people • case that established separate but equal • founder of Atlanta Life Insurance Company • laws to deny African Americans their rights • showcased Georgia's industry and agriculture • fought for immediate rights for African Americans • ...

Caden Croft Unit 1 Test 2022-09-19

Caden Croft Unit 1 Test crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Limited power govt who has a constitution
  2. Interprets the laws
  3. Higher class
  4. The general idea of a society as a whole
  5. Govt with unlimited power
  6. Each branch checks each other to make sure that power is equal
  7. Govt with royalty
  8. When government leaders do things to benefit the society
  9. person elected to act and speak for others
  10. The people under the govt
  11. Able to thrive on your own
  12. Given permission to do something
  13. people choose leaders to make and administer laws for their country
  14. Became leader to defeat threat, then retired power
  15. The people themselves control govt
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  1. Makes the laws
  2. To protect the peoples rights
  3. The peoples social contract
  4. Executes the laws
  5. makes/enforces laws to protect natural rights of people
  6. Seperate the power to prevent corruption and overthrow
  7. People who lead the colonies
  8. power is held by the people who elect representatives
  9. Agreement between the govt and the people
  10. legislative proposal before Congress
  11. AKA Anarchy, every man for themselves
  12. People are born with rights to life, liberty, property

27 Clues: Higher class • Makes the laws • Executes the laws • Govt with royalty • Interprets the laws • Govt with unlimited power • The people under the govt • Able to thrive on your own • The peoples social contract • People who lead the colonies • To protect the peoples rights • Given permission to do something • The people themselves control govt • legislative proposal before Congress • ...

Famous People 2021-06-23

Famous People crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Clooney American actor and political activist
  2. Einstein German scientist theory of relativity
  3. Disney American film producer
  4. Edison American inventor
  5. Beethoven German composer
  6. Luther King American civil rights campaigner
  7. Columbus Italian explorer
  8. Churchill British Prime Minister during WWII
  9. Presley American musician
Down
  1. Federer Swiss Tennis player
  2. Peron First Lady of Argentina
  3. Monroe American actress singer model
  4. Van Gogh Dutch artist
  5. Lincoln US President during civil war
  6. Gates founder of Microsoft

15 Clues: Columbus Italian explorer • Van Gogh Dutch artist • Beethoven German composer • Edison American inventor • Presley American musician • Federer Swiss Tennis player • Gates founder of Microsoft • Disney American film producer • Lincoln US President during civil war • ...

Fundamental Principles and Founding Documents Review 2024-09-06

Fundamental Principles and Founding Documents Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This principle means that everyone must follow all the same laws.
  2. _____________ ____ _________ declared the colonies' independence from Great Britain.
  3. This man wrote the Virginia Declaration of Rights and is known as the "Forgotten Founding Father."
  4. Another word for complaint.
  5. ________ Government means that government is not all-powerful and may do only those things the people have given it the power to do.
  6. This ruler adopted the Magna Carta in 1215.
  7. Adopted in 1786, the Virginia Statute of __________ ________ gave for the first time the freedom of religious beliefs and opinions.
  8. The Articles of ___________ created a weak central government.
  9. The Virginia Statute of Religious Freedom created the seperation of __________ ____ _______.
  10. In a ___________ government, the people elect public officeholders to make laws and conduct government on the people's behalf.
Down
  1. This man wrote both the Virginia Statute of Religious Freedom and the Declaration of Independence.
  2. The Virginia ________ ____ ______ served as the model for the Bill of Rights.
  3. This principle means that the people are the source of any and all governmental power.
  4. The Charters of the _______ _______ of London guaranteed the rights of Englishmen to the Virginia colonists.
  5. This document established the rule of law for the first time.
  6. The unalienable rights guaranteed in Declaration of Independence include life, liberty, and the pursuit of __________.
  7. In a __________, the people rule.

17 Clues: Another word for complaint. • In a __________, the people rule. • This ruler adopted the Magna Carta in 1215. • This document established the rule of law for the first time. • The Articles of ___________ created a weak central government. • This principle means that everyone must follow all the same laws. • ...

Law Enforcement 2023-11-15

Law Enforcement crossword puzzle
Across
  1. verdict handed down by a jury
  2. amendment due process
  3. guilty a plea in court
  4. suspect
  5. amendment freedom of speech
  6. amendment secure from unreasonable searches
  7. amendment no excessive bail
Down
  1. of rights first ten amendments
  2. amendment indictment by a grand jury
  3. not guilty
  4. represents the state
  5. in charge of the court
  6. amendment Right to keep and bear arms
  7. attorney represents the suspect
  8. amendment right to a speedy trial

15 Clues: suspect • not guilty • represents the state • in charge of the court • verdict handed down by a jury • amendment due process • amendment freedom of speech • guilty a plea in court • amendment no excessive bail • of rights first ten amendments • attorney represents the suspect • amendment right to a speedy trial • ...

Famous People 2021-06-23

Famous People crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Clooney American actor and political activist
  2. Einstein German scientist theory of relativity
  3. Disney American film producer
  4. Edison American inventor
  5. Beethoven German composer
  6. Luther King American civil rights campaigner
  7. Columbus Italian explorer
  8. Churchill British Prime Minister during WWII
  9. Presley American musician
Down
  1. Federer Swiss Tennis player
  2. Peron First Lady of Argentina
  3. Monroe American actress singer model
  4. Van Gogh Dutch artist
  5. Lincoln US President during civil war
  6. Gates founder of Microsoft

15 Clues: Columbus Italian explorer • Van Gogh Dutch artist • Beethoven German composer • Edison American inventor • Presley American musician • Federer Swiss Tennis player • Gates founder of Microsoft • Disney American film producer • Lincoln US President during civil war • ...

The Constitution 2022-02-23

The Constitution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The unique abilities of each branch are called separation of ______________
  2. Representation in the House of Representatives is based on a state's __________
  3. To reject a bill
  4. The government's job is to be strong while protecting the citizens _________________
  5. To remove an official from office
  6. The _____________ House is the executive's mansion
  7. The Highest court in the US is the ____________ court
  8. A Bill is an idea for a _______
Down
  1. The introduction of the Constitution
  2. The Legislative Branch is the US ______________
  3. The city where the Constitutional Convention met
  4. The Chief Executive of the US
  5. Judical ____________ is when the judicial branch checks laws to make sure they are fair
  6. there are _________ Supreme Court Justices to prevent ties from happening
  7. ____________ and Balances are the powers that the branches have over one another.
  8. The house of Congress where each state gets two reps

16 Clues: To reject a bill • The Chief Executive of the US • A Bill is an idea for a _______ • To remove an official from office • The introduction of the Constitution • The Legislative Branch is the US ______________ • The city where the Constitutional Convention met • The _____________ House is the executive's mansion • The house of Congress where each state gets two reps • ...

Unit 4 Vocab 2024-02-20

Unit 4 Vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Trying to fire the president because of wrongdoing
  2. To pass a law
  3. A law proposal
  4. Asking for a court decision to be reviewed at a higher level
  5. The rules for the government
  6. The group wanting a Bill of Rights and power to the states
  7. A section of the Constitution
  8. To change a law or document
  9. The protections for the citizens
  10. The decision of how to include slaves in the population
  11. The decision to have two houses of congress
  12. The law-making branch of the government
  13. The people who decide the president after the citizens have voted
Down
  1. The presidential branch of government
  2. Behaviors and beliefs that citizens should help their country
  3. The group supporting the Constitution and federal government
  4. Someone living in the country who is not a citizen
  5. The beginning of the Constitution
  6. A person officially part of the country
  7. To become a citizen
  8. The president's power to cancel a bill
  9. The law-enforcement branch of government (judges)
  10. A government system where people vote for representatives
  11. Someone who came to the country from another one
  12. The Legislative group based on state population
  13. Freedom
  14. Overturning a veto by majority vote in Congress
  15. The Legislative group with 2 people from each state
  16. Support of your country

29 Clues: Freedom • To pass a law • A law proposal • To become a citizen • Support of your country • To change a law or document • The rules for the government • A section of the Constitution • The protections for the citizens • The beginning of the Constitution • The presidential branch of government • The president's power to cancel a bill • A person officially part of the country • ...

The Kennedy Administration & the Vietnam War 2023-04-20

The Kennedy Administration & the Vietnam War crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Where did Kennedy meet with the leader of Communist Russia?
  2. What kind of warfare was fought in Vietnam?
  3. What country did Kennedy declare war on?
  4. Who did Kennedy visit in Moscow?
  5. What country did Kennedy put a naval blockade around?
  6. October 24, 1963 President Kennedy signed the Maternal and Child Health and ______________________ Planning Amendments.
  7. When did Kennedy meet with the civil rights leader?
  8. What is the capital of Vietnam?
  9. What bill did Kennedy propose a tax cut?
  10. Which religious leader & civil rights activist did Kennedy meet with?
  11. Who did Kennedy try to overthrow in Cuba?
Down
  1. What did Kennedy promise that he would do in his decade?
  2. What bill did Kennedy propose, but didn't pass himself?
  3. What kind of economics adopt?
  4. What party was Kennedy nominated for?
  5. Kennedy signs a limited _______ test-ban treaty with the Soviet Union and the United Kingdom.
  6. Why did Kennedy want to land on the Moon?
  7. How many seashores did Kennedy make national parks?
  8. When did Kennedy declare war?
  9. Who was the President that was installed in South Vietnam?
  10. What program sent American citizens overseas to aid in poverty, illness, and illiteracy?
  11. Where did Kennedy's invasion of Cuba take place?
  12. What kind of government did Kennedy want to install in South Vietnam?
  13. Which group did South Vietnamese troops suppress causing them to light themselves on fire in protest?
  14. What was the political ideology Kennedy afraid of in Vietnam?

25 Clues: What kind of economics adopt? • When did Kennedy declare war? • What is the capital of Vietnam? • Who did Kennedy visit in Moscow? • What party was Kennedy nominated for? • What country did Kennedy declare war on? • What bill did Kennedy propose a tax cut? • Why did Kennedy want to land on the Moon? • Who did Kennedy try to overthrow in Cuba? • ...

Government 2021-01-07

Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. king/queen controls all aspect of life: social, economic, and political – often times tied to divine right of kings (authority from God
  2. French writer who introduced the idea of separation of powers and checks and balances to prevent one part of government from becoming too powerful
  3. group of people who feared the new government created by Constitution; gave too much power to the national government at the expense of individual rights
  4. the distribution of power between the national government and the states within a union
  5. 3rd president of the United States and author of the Declaration of Independence; he did not take part in writing the Constitution because he was in France at the time. He was a strong advocate for the addition of a Bill of Rights
  6. Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 of the Constitution that gives Congress the right to pass all laws “necessary and proper” to carry out the other powers listed in Article I
  7. the people are the only source of power for any and all government actions; government can only govern with the consent of the governed
  8. in order for man to live in groups, he must give up some of his freedom to the government in exchange for protection of his natural rights
  9. power is held at the national level, with very little power being held in political subdivisions, such as provinces, states, counties, parishes, or tow
  10. supporters of the new Constitution who believed in a strong central government with limited government
Down
  1. first ten amendments to the Constitution, added by the first Congress in 1791; protects the civil rights and liberties of the people
  2. a representative democracy in which a small group of leaders, elected by the citizens, represents the concerns of the people; the interests of the majority take precedence over the interests of a few
  3. considered intelligent and decisive, he was a leading supporter of the Constitution and helped write the Federalist Papers
  4. government attempts to control all facets of the lives of its citizens
  5. English political philosopher whose Social Contract Theory believed that in order to live together, individuals in a society give up their natural rights to a higher authority for the sake of protection
  6. each branch of government is subject to a number of constitutional restraints, or checks, by the other branches so no single branch becomes too powerful
  7. chosen to preside at the Constitutional Convention; he later became the first president of the United States; he set precedent by stepping down after two terms and initiating a peaceful transition of power
  8. believed in natural rights- life, liberty and property; strongest influence on Thomas Jefferson, who wrote natural rights into the Declaration of Independence
  9. division of the powers in our government among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches; no one branch has too much power
  10. belief that monarchs were chosen by God; gave the monarch unlimited authority
  11. “Father of the Constitution” and fourth president of the United States; essential to the writing and ratification of the Constitution; he also wrote the first 10 amendments to the Constitution that were ratified as the Bill of Rights

21 Clues: government attempts to control all facets of the lives of its citizens • belief that monarchs were chosen by God; gave the monarch unlimited authority • the distribution of power between the national government and the states within a union • supporters of the new Constitution who believed in a strong central government with limited government • ...

Madison Cochran 2020-09-15

Madison Cochran crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Rights not dependent
  2. Contract agreement among members of society
  3. process of law to have the law work
  4. Government type of democracy
  5. Nations international nonprofit organization
  6. ruled by a few powerful people
  7. law principles established overtime
  8. rebirth
  9. right A theory of kings
  10. Revolution English constitutional history
  11. Israelite's and Jews
  12. Commandments Jewish code
  13. movement that began in the 19th country
  14. teaching of Muhammad
  15. the rule of the people comes
  16. A person called a king or monarchy
  17. legislative branch was made up of a senate and two assemblies
  18. Monarchy the powers of the ruler are restricted
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  1. system mixed or compound made of government
  2. of powers vesting and legislative
  3. an intellectual movement
  4. Catholic Church developed
  5. democracy make laws directly
  6. of Rights formal summary
  7. landowning families
  8. They set up a new government
  9. Controlling the society
  10. Carta great character
  11. The name of the religion found by Jesus

29 Clues: rebirth • landowning families • Rights not dependent • Israelite's and Jews • teaching of Muhammad • right A theory of kings • Controlling the society • an intellectual movement • of Rights formal summary • Commandments Jewish code • Carta great character • Catholic Church developed • Government type of democracy • democracy make laws directly • They set up a new government • ...

U.S. History 2025-08-15

U.S. History crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Economic theory of government control of foreign trade
  2. Colonial legislatures that governed each colony
  3. Flying mammal
  4. Has a trunk
  5. Important cash crop of the South
  6. COUNCIL System of democracy established by the Iroquois
  7. Native American tribe forcibly relocated on the "Trail of Tears"
  8. AWAKENING Religious movement of the 1730s-1740s
  9. Region where slavery was prohibited
  10. First permanent English settlement in America
  11. Likes to chase mice
  12. Man's best friend
  13. Large marsupial
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  1. TRADE System of trade between Europe, Africa, and the Americas
  2. Federalist Papers author
  3. OF RIGHTS Document that protected basic civil rights
  4. First African slaves arrived on this ship in 1619
  5. CONGRESS Colonial gathering that opposed British taxation
  6. OF INDEPENDENCE Document declaring American independence from Britain
  7. Native American leader who united tribes against settlers
  8. TUBMAN Underground Railroad conductor who led many to freedom
  9. FIFTHS COMPROMISE Compromise that counted slaves as 3/5 of a person
  10. TURNER Leader of Nat Turner's Rebellion
  11. PAINE Author of "Common Sense"
  12. Economic system of the South based on forced labor

25 Clues: Has a trunk • Flying mammal • Large marsupial • Man's best friend • Likes to chase mice • Federalist Papers author • PAINE Author of "Common Sense" • Important cash crop of the South • Region where slavery was prohibited • TURNER Leader of Nat Turner's Rebellion • First permanent English settlement in America • Colonial legislatures that governed each colony • ...

Monarchs and Revolution 2018-04-18

Monarchs and Revolution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Time of philosophical ideas that brought many political and social changes, including the idea of individual rights. (included locke and hobbes)
  2. Weak government created in america to avoid a tyrant again
  3. Name for the time of William and Mary taking over the throne of England. They replaced James II to bring Protestants back to the throne
  4. Law imposing a tax on all sorts of documents that angers many colonists
  5. Made up of the Magna Carta, Petition of Rights, Habeas Corpus Act, Bill of Rights, Act of Settlement, and other parliamentary acts
  6. Nickname for the anglican supporters during the english revolution (supported charles i)
  7. 13 British colonies revolting in order to create their own government.
  8. Idea that a colony's existence is to give wealth to the mother country
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  1. Enlightenment thinker who believed in individual rights over law (last name only)
  2. Limited what the king could do to citizens but did not give citizens a list of their rights
  3. Officers of state that are chosen by the governmental leader
  4. Monarch the head of state but limited by the constitution
  5. The connecting path between the Atlantic and Pacific that many explorers in North America were trying to find
  6. Political parties during the reign of charles i in parliament were the whigs and
  7. English name for a republic (established by cromwell)
  8. Was monarch who ruled during the english civil war. he was presented with the petition of rights and was defeated by oliver cromwell
  9. The fighting between france and england in europe and the americas. known as the french and indian war and the

17 Clues: English name for a republic (established by cromwell) • Monarch the head of state but limited by the constitution • Weak government created in america to avoid a tyrant again • Officers of state that are chosen by the governmental leader • 13 British colonies revolting in order to create their own government. • ...

U.S. Government 2022-10-18

U.S. Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. designed to stop one branch of government from gaining too much power
  2. a severe economic downturn in America when the stock market crashed
  3. the rights of equality under the law
  4. the law of the land
  5. the ability of the government to exercise power without resorting to violence
  6. a bill passed by the legislature that declares a person guilty of a crime
  7. an action by the Supreme Court to uphold a ruling by a lower court
  8. America's first national constitution
Down
  1. legislature a legislature with two houses
  2. Supreme Court case that ended segregation
  3. when Congress specifies the amount of money to be spent by an agency
  4. rule by the people
  5. an absolute government where one person holds the power
  6. a proposed law or policy
  7. war between the North and the South
  8. the first 10 amendments to the Constitution
  9. document written by Thomas Jefferson in 1776; freed colonies from Great Britain
  10. group of department heads that advises the president
  11. a change to the Constitution

19 Clues: rule by the people • the law of the land • a proposed law or policy • a change to the Constitution • war between the North and the South • the rights of equality under the law • America's first national constitution • legislature a legislature with two houses • Supreme Court case that ended segregation • the first 10 amendments to the Constitution • ...

Government Part 2 2015-03-08

Government Part 2 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. amendment that says you don't have to testify against yourself
  2. law of the land
  3. another name for the two houses
  4. idea the government authority comes from people
  5. divides the government into three equal branches
  6. leader of the executive branch
  7. amendment that forbids excessive bail or punishment
  8. system to limit power of the other branches
  9. amendment that protects people from housing soldiers
  10. amendment that deals with civil trial rights/money/family
  11. freedom of religion, speech,press, assembly,and petition gov't
  12. amendment gives states powers that the federal government doesn't take
  13. upper house elected for six year terms
Down
  1. first 10 amendments that list basic rights and freedoms
  2. amendment protects people from other rights not listed
  3. amendment that protects from searches and seizures
  4. branch that makes laws, approves treaties and appointments
  5. what the president does when he doesn't want a bill to pass
  6. when the government must follow rules and act responsibly
  7. lower house elected for two year terms
  8. branch that interprets the laws and decides if laws are constitutional or not
  9. amendment that deals with criminal trial rights and quick trial
  10. amendment that is the right to own a gun
  11. number of justices on the supreme court
  12. branch that enforces laws, negotiates treaties and makes appointments
  13. person on trial in court

26 Clues: law of the land • person on trial in court • leader of the executive branch • another name for the two houses • lower house elected for two year terms • upper house elected for six year terms • number of justices on the supreme court • amendment that is the right to own a gun • system to limit power of the other branches • idea the government authority comes from people • ...

Government Coming to 'Terms' 2021-01-23

Government Coming to 'Terms' crossword puzzle
Across
  1. believed in natural rights- life, liberty and property; strongest influence on Thomas Jefferson, who wrote natural rights into the Declaration of Independence
  2. supporters of the new Constitution who believed in a strong central government with limited government and checks and balances
  3. considered intelligent and decisive, he was a leading supporter of the Constitution and helped write the Federalist Papers
  4. group of people who feared the new government created by Constitution; gave too much power to the national government at the expense of individual rights
  5. first ten amendments to the Constitution, added by the first Congress in 1791; protects the civil rights and liberties of the people
  6. the people are the only source of power for any and all government actions; government can only govern with the consent of the governed
  7. 3rd president of the United States and author of the Declaration of Independence; he did not take part in writing the Constitution because he was in France at the time. He was a strong advocate for the addition of a Bill of Rights
  8. French writer who introduced the idea of separation of powers and checks and balances to prevent one part of government from becoming too powerful
  9. the distribution of power between the national government and the states within a union
  10. “Father of the Constitution” and fourth president of the United States; essential to the writing and ratification of the Constitution; he also wrote the first 10 amendments to the Constitution that were ratified as the Bill of Rights
Down
  1. compromise between slave states and free states to count three-fifths of the slave population in a state when allocating how many representatives a state was entitled to in the House of Representatives
  2. belief that monarchs were chosen by God; gave the monarch unlimited authority
  3. power is held at the national level, with very little power being held in political subdivisions, such as provinces, states, counties, parishes, or tow
  4. a representative democracy in which a small group of leaders, elected by the citizens, represents the concerns of the people; the interests of the majority take precedence over the interests of a few.
  5. division of the powers in our government among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches; no one branch has too much power
  6. each branch of government is subject to a number of constitutional restraints, or checks, by the other branches so no single branch becomes too powerful
  7. in order for man to live in groups, he must give up some of his freedom to the government in exchange for protection of his natural rights
  8. English political philosopher whose Social Contract Theory believed that in order to live together, individuals in a society give up their natural rights to a higher authority for the sake of protection
  9. first plan of government adopted in the United States after the revolution; it was a loose association of states with no authority to tax, no national army, and no chief executive
  10. chosen to preside at the Constitutional Convention; he later became the first president of the United States; he set precedent by stepping down after two terms and initiating a peaceful transition of power

20 Clues: belief that monarchs were chosen by God; gave the monarch unlimited authority • the distribution of power between the national government and the states within a union • considered intelligent and decisive, he was a leading supporter of the Constitution and helped write the Federalist Papers • ...

United States Vocabulary Crossword 2025-06-15

United States Vocabulary Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The elected head of the executive branch of the United States.
  2. of Rights, The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution that protect individual freedoms.
  3. Court, The highest judicial body in the United States
  4. The presence of different cultures, ethnicities, and ideas within a society.
  5. A serious disagreement or struggle between opposing groups.
  6. The physical features, climates, and location of places.
  7. The legislative branch of the U.S. government, made up of the Senate and House of Representatives.
  8. War, The conflict between the North and South from 1861 to 1865 over slavery and states’ rights.
  9. The organization that makes and enforces laws for a country or community.
  10. Destiny, The 19th century belief that the U.S. was destined to expand across North America.
  11. of Independence, The 1776 document that declared the American colonies free from British rule.
  12. A form of government where people have the power to vote and make decisions.
  13. The movement of people from one place to another.
Down
  1. A system where power is shared between national and state governments.
  2. The status of being a legal member of a country, with rights and responsibilities.
  3. Freedoms or privileges that individuals are entitle to by law.
  4. The system of producing and exchanging goods and services.
  5. The foundational document outlining the laws and principles of the U.S. government.
  6. War, The war fought by American colonies to gain independence from Britain.
  7. A formal change or addition to a law or legal document.

20 Clues: The movement of people from one place to another. • Court, The highest judicial body in the United States • A formal change or addition to a law or legal document. • The physical features, climates, and location of places. • The system of producing and exchanging goods and services. • A serious disagreement or struggle between opposing groups. • ...

The American Revolution 2024-01-04

The American Revolution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. State of understanding
  2. The state of being Independent
  3. A mandatory payment
  4. Inherited to all humans
  5. Inhabitant of a colony.
Down
  1. 3rd President
  2. An assembly of representatives
  3. Proposal for Law
  4. System of government divided by nation and state
  5. A formal statement

10 Clues: 3rd President • Proposal for Law • A formal statement • A mandatory payment • State of understanding • Inherited to all humans • Inhabitant of a colony. • An assembly of representatives • The state of being Independent • System of government divided by nation and state

Montgomery bus boycott 2022-03-15

Montgomery bus boycott crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Civil Rights tactic of blacks sitting in segregated restaurants until being served or removed.
  2. A law designed to help end formal and informal barriers to African American suffrage.
  3. The enforced separation of different racial groups in a country, community, or establishment.
  4. A union formed by Cesar Chavez and others who gained rights and better treatment for migrant workers
  5. who were the people supporting and participating in the boycott.
  6. Group of civil rights workers who took bus trips through southern states in 1961 to protest illegal bus segregation
  7. how many days did the boycott last
Down
  1. A federal law that authorized federal action against segregation in public accommodations, public facilities, and employment.
  2. Primarily a voting rights bill, was the first civil rights legislation passed by Congress in the United States since Reconstruction following the American Civil War.
  3. Nonviolent leader of the civil rights movement
  4. refused to give up her bus seat
  5. abolished racial discrimination in the United States from armed forces

12 Clues: refused to give up her bus seat • how many days did the boycott last • Nonviolent leader of the civil rights movement • who were the people supporting and participating in the boycott. • abolished racial discrimination in the United States from armed forces • A law designed to help end formal and informal barriers to African American suffrage. • ...

Bella Mesoras Enlightment and Revolution 2024-12-18

Bella Mesoras Enlightment and Revolution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. centered universe
  2. of intellectuals from france
  3. parties that talk about nerdy things
  4. contract- took freedom of speech to have protection over gov't
  5. and elegant
  6. Jefferson- copied ideas from John locke
  7. system- state gov't v.s federal/national gov't
  8. of logic and reason
  9. Revolution- questioned the traditional belief about the world
  10. and big
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  1. Wollstonecraft- wanted equality for women
  2. centered universe
  3. of Independence- made July 4th,1776
  4. the Great- leader of russia
  5. that we come to knowledge through the use of logic
  6. in God based on reason rather than revelation or the teaching of any specific religion
  7. method- method to solve problems
  8. to the sky
  9. corrupted by civilization
  10. Locke- believed we are born with natural rights
  11. despot- new kind of absolute monarch
  12. of Rights- used Beccaria's legal ideas
  13. powers of gov't
  14. of freedom and speech
  15. and balances- 3 branches with equal powers
  16. Newton-theory of universal gravitation

26 Clues: and big • to the sky • and elegant • powers of gov't • centered universe • centered universe • of logic and reason • of freedom and speech • corrupted by civilization • the Great- leader of russia • of intellectuals from france • method- method to solve problems • of Independence- made July 4th,1776 • despot- new kind of absolute monarch • parties that talk about nerdy things • ...

Declaration of Independence 2023-05-17

Declaration of Independence crossword puzzle
Across
  1. one of the founding fathers
  2. delegating specified powers
  3. English Separatists
  4. focus on only man’s capacities
  5. signed July 4,1776
  6. french word meaning rebirth
  7. based on the consent of the governed
  8. system of government formed in england
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  1. founded in 1607
  2. economic system
  3. determined American Leader
  4. signed 1783
  5. nations formed together to stop Louis
  6. Roman Catholic developed to
  7. first ten amendments

15 Clues: signed 1783 • founded in 1607 • economic system • signed July 4,1776 • English Separatists • first ten amendments • determined American Leader • one of the founding fathers • delegating specified powers • Roman Catholic developed to • french word meaning rebirth • focus on only man’s capacities • based on the consent of the governed • nations formed together to stop Louis • ...

bill of rights by abby and Joseph 2024-04-08

bill of rights by abby and Joseph crossword puzzle
Across
  1. desaze causing agent
  2. cools body
  3. tours the hart
  4. connects exchones
  5. scin hair nails
  6. spot pathogen
  7. inner layer
Down
  1. clothing
  2. causes scabs
  3. destroy pathogen
  4. outer layer
  5. fights infection
  6. destroy virous
  7. week or dead
  8. destroys bactira
  9. moistens scin
  10. carries 02
  11. away from hart

18 Clues: clothing • cools body • carries 02 • outer layer • inner layer • causes scabs • week or dead • moistens scin • spot pathogen • destroy virous • tours the hart • away from hart • scin hair nails • destroy pathogen • fights infection • destroys bactira • connects exchones • desaze causing agent

Bill of Rights and Other Important Amendments 2023-09-05

Bill of Rights and Other Important Amendments crossword puzzle
Across
  1. States that all powers and responsibilities not designated to the national government are then the state governments powers and responsibilities
  2. repealed prohibition of alcohol
  3. protects citizens' unenumerated rights
  4. Prohibits poll taxes during elections
  5. Women's suffrage
  6. Grants the right to a fair and speedy trial
  7. Guards against unreasonable searches and seizures
  8. Protects freedom of speech, religion, and the press
  9. Prohibits the quartering of soldiers in private homes
  10. Protects the right to equal protection under the law
  11. Protects freedom of speech, religion, and the press
Down
  1. Prohibition of alocohol
  2. Guarantees the right to a jury trial in civil cases
  3. Ensures the right to vote regardless of race
  4. Ensures the right to remain silent and avoid self-incrimination
  5. created a presidential term limit
  6. Abolished slavery in the United States
  7. Forbids cruel and unusual punishment
  8. Changed the voting age to 18

19 Clues: Women's suffrage • Prohibition of alocohol • Changed the voting age to 18 • repealed prohibition of alcohol • created a presidential term limit • Forbids cruel and unusual punishment • Prohibits poll taxes during elections • protects citizens' unenumerated rights • Abolished slavery in the United States • Grants the right to a fair and speedy trial • ...

American Constitutional Government 2023-04-27

American Constitutional Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Englishmenrights are guaranteed to colonists
  2. Establishes the structure of the United States Government
  3. The first time the principle that everyone including the king was subject to the law was established
  4. Served as a model for the Bill of rights
  5. The government and those who govern are bound by the law
  6. Freedom of religious belief and opinions
  7. Limits the powers of the other three branches of government
  8. Rights that cannot be taken away
  9. People are the source of any and all governmental power
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  1. Established the first form of national government for the independent states
  2. Government is not all-powerful
  3. Introduction to the Constitution
  4. Promotes public health
  5. Power given to the states
  6. Conducts foreign policy, regulates commerce

15 Clues: Promotes public health • Power given to the states • Government is not all-powerful • Introduction to the Constitution • Rights that cannot be taken away • Served as a model for the Bill of rights • Freedom of religious belief and opinions • Conducts foreign policy, regulates commerce • Englishmenrights are guaranteed to colonists • ...

Bill of rights/7 principles of Gov. crossword 2022-02-12

Bill of rights/7 principles of Gov. crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. certain power separated into different states
  2. Limit on punishment, and bail
  3. Cannot be taken away
  4. Carry & Bear arms
  5. Rights to be informed, jury, lawyer
  6. More rights not on Constitution
  7. People have the power
Down
  1. Balances between branches
  2. No quartering
  3. 3 different branches
  4. Representative for you
  5. Everyone under Law
  6. Jury trials 4 civil cases
  7. Rights for someone accused
  8. Ability for speech and religion
  9. Powers to States and people not federal government
  10. No unusual searches or Arrests

17 Clues: No quartering • Carry & Bear arms • Everyone under Law • 3 different branches • Cannot be taken away • People have the power • Representative for you • Balances between branches • Jury trials 4 civil cases • Rights for someone accused • Limit on punishment, and bail • No unusual searches or Arrests • Ability for speech and religion • More rights not on Constitution • ...

7 Principles of Government and bill of rights 2022-02-17

7 Principles of Government and bill of rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a system of government in which the power is divided between a central government and smaller political units such as states
  2. the people exercise their power by voting
  3. STATES PEOPLE HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT ARE NOT ADDRESSED IN THE CONSTITUTION
  4. SETS LIMITATIONS ON BAIL AND PUNISHMENTS
  5. SAYS ALL POWERS NOT GIVEN TO THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ARE KEPT BY THE STATES OR THE PEOPLE
  6. each branch of government can exercise checks, or controls over the other branches
  7. PROVIDES FOR THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS ACCUSED OF A CRIME
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  1. PROHIBITS UNREASONABLE ARRESTS AND SEARCHES
  2. RIGHT TO BE INFORMED OF CHARGES, RIGHT TO A SPEEDY TRIAL
  3. PROTECTS THE RIGHTS TO CARRY AND BEAR ARMS
  4. NO CITIZEN SHOULD BE FORCED TO QUARTER SOLDIERS IN THEIR HOMES
  5. a government in which the people rule, a broad range of people shared in the power to govern themselves
  6. everyone, citizens and powerful leaders alike must obey the law
  7. PROVIDES FOR JURY TRIALS IN CIVIL CASES
  8. thedivision of basic government roles into three branches
  9. personal liberties or privilges
  10. FREEDOM OF THE PRESS, RELIGION, ASSEMBLE, SPEECH

17 Clues: personal liberties or privilges • PROVIDES FOR JURY TRIALS IN CIVIL CASES • SETS LIMITATIONS ON BAIL AND PUNISHMENTS • the people exercise their power by voting • PROTECTS THE RIGHTS TO CARRY AND BEAR ARMS • PROHIBITS UNREASONABLE ARRESTS AND SEARCHES • FREEDOM OF THE PRESS, RELIGION, ASSEMBLE, SPEECH • PROVIDES FOR THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS ACCUSED OF A CRIME • ...

Bill Of Rights and 7 Principles Of Government 2022-02-16

Bill Of Rights and 7 Principles Of Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. No citizen should be force to quarter soldier in their homes
  2. A government in which the people rule, a broad range.
  3. government can exercise checks, or controls over the other branches
  4. the people exercise their power by voting
  5. right to be informed of charges, right to a speedy trial to a jury
  6. sets limitations on bail and punishments
  7. provides for the rights of person accused of a crime
Down
  1. personal liberties or privilges
  2. Freedom of the press, religion, assemble, speech, and petition the government
  3. people have other rights that are not addressed in the constitution
  4. provides for jury trials in civil cases
  5. citizens and powerful leaders alike must obey the law
  6. says all powers not given to the federal government
  7. the power is divided between a central government and smaller political units such as states
  8. protects the rights to carry and bear arms
  9. the division of basic government roles into three branches
  10. Prohibits unreasonable arrests and searches

17 Clues: personal liberties or privilges • provides for jury trials in civil cases • sets limitations on bail and punishments • the people exercise their power by voting • protects the rights to carry and bear arms • Prohibits unreasonable arrests and searches • says all powers not given to the federal government • provides for the rights of person accused of a crime • ...

Bill of Rights& the 7 Principles of Government 2022-02-17

Bill of Rights& the 7 Principles of Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. forbids unreasonable bail, fines, and punishment
  2. is the belief that people make decisions about laws and their government when a democracy is in place, and the control is ruled "by the people, for the people.
  3. an amendment to the Constitution of the United States that imposes restrictions on the government's prosecution of persons accused of crimes
  4. freedom of worship, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and the right to assemble peacefully
  5. unlawful searches and seizures
  6. ownership of property
  7. considered so essential that they warrant specific statutory protection from interference
  8. counterbalancing influences by which an organization or system is regulated, typically those ensuring that political power is not concentrated in the hands of individuals or groups.
Down
  1. one whose legalized force and power is restricted through delegated and enumerated authorities.
  2. states the rights of a defendant in a criminal trial.
  3. constitutional safety net
  4. a preference for the Civilian over the Military
  5. an act of vesting the legislative, executive, and judicial powers of government in separate bodies.
  6. the federal principle or system of government
  7. This amendment codifies the right to a jury trial in certain civil cases and inhibits courts from overturning a jury's findings of fact.
  8. support for a republican system of government
  9. right to bear arms

17 Clues: right to bear arms • ownership of property • constitutional safety net • unlawful searches and seizures • the federal principle or system of government • support for a republican system of government • a preference for the Civilian over the Military • forbids unreasonable bail, fines, and punishment • states the rights of a defendant in a criminal trial. • ...

Government 2021-01-07

Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. belief that monarchs were chosen by God; gave the monarch unlimited authority
  2. a representative democracy in which a small group of leaders, elected by the citizens, represents the concerns of the people; the interests of the majority take precedence over the interests of a few
  3. chosen to preside at the Constitutional Convention; he later became the first president of the United States; he set precedent by stepping down after two terms and initiating a peaceful transition of power
  4. French writer who introduced the idea of separation of powers and checks and balances to prevent one part of government from becoming too powerful
  5. 3rd president of the United States and author of the Declaration of Independence; he did not take part in writing the Constitution because he was in France at the time. He was a strong advocate for the addition of a Bill of Rights
  6. the people are the only source of power for any and all government actions; government can only govern with the consent of the governed
  7. Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 of the Constitution that gives Congress the right to pass all laws “necessary and proper” to carry out the other powers listed in Article I
  8. first ten amendments to the Constitution, added by the first Congress in 1791; protects the
  9. “Father of the Constitution” and fourth president of the United States; essential to the writing and ratification of the Constitution; he also wrote the first 10 amendments to the Constitution that were ratified as the Bill of Rights
  10. government attempts to control all facets of the lives of its citizens
  11. each branch of government is subject to a number of constitutional restraints, or checks, by the other branches so no single branch becomes too powerful
  12. king/queen controls all aspect of life: social, economic, and political – often times tied to divine right of kings (authority from God
  13. English political philosopher whose Social Contract Theory believed that in order to live together, individuals in a society give up their natural rights to a higher authority for the sake of protection
  14. power is held at the national level, with very little power being held in political subdivisions, such as provinces, states, counties, parishes, or tow
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  1. believed in natural rights- life, liberty and property; strongest influence on Thomas Jefferson, who wrote natural rights into the Declaration of Independence
  2. division of the powers in our government among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches; no one branch has too much power
  3. the distribution of power between the national government and the states within a union
  4. considered intelligent and decisive, he was a leading supporter of the Constitution and helped write the Federalist Papers
  5. supporters of the new Constitution who believed in a strong central government with limited
  6. group of people who feared the new government created by Constitution; gave too much power to the national government at the expense of individual rights
  7. in order for man to live in groups, he must give up some of his freedom to the government in exchange for protection of his natural rights
  8. rights and liberties of the people
  9. and checks and balances

23 Clues: and checks and balances • rights and liberties of the people • government attempts to control all facets of the lives of its citizens • belief that monarchs were chosen by God; gave the monarch unlimited authority • the distribution of power between the national government and the states within a union • ...

coming to terms 2022-01-07

coming to terms crossword puzzle
Across
  1. powers saved for the states and guranteed in 9th ammenment
  2. was the one that wrote natural rights into the declaration of independence
  3. the citizens have political authority
  4. the right to pass all necessary laws
  5. the first 10 ammendmants in constitution
  6. when the goverment attempts to control everything
  7. when the goverment is not that powerful
  8. people are the only source of power
  9. supporters of the new constitution
  10. when power is held at national level
  11. is on the one dollar bill
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  1. was the leading supporter of the constitution
  2. fourth president of the USA
  3. type of democracy based on the protection of peoples rights
  4. group that did not want the goverment created by the constitution
  5. the first plan of goverment adopted in the US after revolution
  6. national goverment and states power division
  7. explains the pourpose of the constitution
  8. third president of USA
  9. type of goverment were there is a king ruler

20 Clues: third president of USA • is on the one dollar bill • fourth president of the USA • supporters of the new constitution • people are the only source of power • the right to pass all necessary laws • when power is held at national level • the citizens have political authority • when the goverment is not that powerful • the first 10 ammendmants in constitution • ...

Bill's Big BIRTHDAY Crossword Puzzle 2015-03-16

Bill's Big BIRTHDAY Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Mexican dinner
  2. Carrie's favorite drink
  3. Carrie's nickname for Bill
  4. First smooch
  5. Favorite restaurant
  6. Inspiration for Carrie's ears and tail
  7. Meat Bill cooks for Carrie
  8. Special dessert
  9. Bill's least favorite pastime
  10. Bill-speak for "hipster"
  11. Month Bill and Carrie met
  12. Bill's sandwich of choice
  13. Bill's bed
  14. One of the kind ways Bill helps Carrie in the winter
  15. What Carrie does during late-night TV shows
  16. Bartender Bill's specialty
  17. Weekend getaway
  18. Bill's favorite outfit
  19. Where Bill and Carrie will vacation someday
  20. When Bill yawns, Carrie goes...
  21. Southpark-ish theater
  22. Bill's favorite snack
  23. Why Bill rubs Carrie's fingers
  24. Hot sauce
Down
  1. What Bill (so wrongly) eats first during a meal
  2. Bill's breakfast
  3. Pierogi shopping
  4. First-ever trip for Carrie
  5. London feathers
  6. Carrie's favorite scent
  7. Rochester
  8. BW's favorite quotable cartoon character
  9. First big trip
  10. Bill karaoke
  11. If Bill were a fabric, he would be...
  12. Halloween art
  13. Why Bill laughs out loud
  14. Thermal goodness
  15. Best. Storyteller. Ever.
  16. One of Carrie's favorite stores
  17. Bill's furry fan
  18. Bill's favorite print
  19. Summertime activity
  20. Car food
  21. Freakish knots
  22. Favorite show featuring an imp
  23. How Bill and Carrie met
  24. Place Bill and Carrie first met
  25. Carrie's Christmas hero
  26. Bill's Halloween costume
  27. Mom's favorite treat to make Bill

51 Clues: Car food • Rochester • Hot sauce • Bill's bed • First smooch • Bill karaoke • Halloween art • Mexican dinner • First big trip • Freakish knots • London feathers • Special dessert • Weekend getaway • Bill's breakfast • Pierogi shopping • Thermal goodness • Bill's furry fan • Favorite restaurant • Summertime activity • Bill's favorite print • Southpark-ish theater • Bill's favorite snack • Bill's favorite outfit • ...

The United States Constitution 2025-02-06

The United States Constitution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. make up the structural constitution
  2. presidential disability and succession
  3. prohibition of liquor
  4. ratification is the
  5. jury trial in civil lawsuits
  6. rights reserved to states or people
  7. citizenship rights,equal protection, apportionment, civil war debt
  8. repeal of prohibition
  9. debts, supremacy, oaths, religious tests is the
  10. search and seizure
  11. two-term limit on presidency
  12. presidential term and succession, assembly of congress
  13. suits against states
  14. presidential vote for D.C
  15. right to vote at age 18
  16. grand jury,double jeopardy,self incrimination,due process,takings
  17. Freedom of religion, speech, press,assembly,petition
  18. abolition of slavery
  19. The first 10 amendments are known as
  20. abolition of poll taxes
  21. election of president and vice president
  22. women’s right to vote
  23. legislative branch
Down
  1. congressional compensation
  2. quartering of soldiers
  3. executive branch
  4. the seven articles ratified on the 21 of what month in 1788?
  5. right to vote not denied by race
  6. bill of rights ratified on the 15 of what month in 1791?
  7. non-enumerated rights retained
  8. popular election of senators
  9. right to speedy trial by jury,witnesses,counsel
  10. total of amendments to the constitution
  11. amendment process is the
  12. income tax
  13. 13th amendment, 14th amendment, and 15th amendment are called
  14. amendment excessive fines, cruel, and unusual punishment
  15. Right to bear arms
  16. the seven articles signed on the 17 of what month in 1787?
  17. judicial branch is the
  18. states, citizenship, new states is the

41 Clues: income tax • executive branch • search and seizure • Right to bear arms • legislative branch • ratification is the • suits against states • abolition of slavery • prohibition of liquor • repeal of prohibition • women’s right to vote • quartering of soldiers • judicial branch is the • right to vote at age 18 • abolition of poll taxes • amendment process is the • presidential vote for D.C • ...

Bill of Rights & the 7 Principles of Government. 2022-02-17

Bill of Rights & the 7 Principles of Government. crossword puzzle
Across
  1. no soldiers is not allow in my house?
  2. not all powers GIVEN TO THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
  3. codifies the right to a jury trial in certain civil cases?
  4. you need a warrant to enter my house?
  5. the people retain rights absent specific enumeration?
  6. right to remain silent?
  7. protect the rights to carry a gun?
  8. The principle of government that states federal and state governments must share powers?
  9. These are personal liberties (freedoms) and privileges that should be guaranteed to every citizen?
Down
  1. A government in which the people rule, the authority of the government comes from the people?
  2. the punishments for crimes are not excessive cruel or unusual?
  3. This principle states that the government should be divided into 3 branches: legislative, judicial, and executive?
  4. This is the idea that everyone, citizens and powerful leaders alike, must obey the law?
  5. The principle of government that states each branch of government has the ability to limit the power of the other branches?
  6. RIGHT TO BE INFORMED OF CHARGES?
  7. This idea calls for the people to exercise or delegate their power by electing or voting for their political representation?
  8. FREEDOM OF THE PRESS,

17 Clues: FREEDOM OF THE PRESS, • right to remain silent? • RIGHT TO BE INFORMED OF CHARGES? • protect the rights to carry a gun? • no soldiers is not allow in my house? • you need a warrant to enter my house? • not all powers GIVEN TO THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT • the people retain rights absent specific enumeration? • codifies the right to a jury trial in certain civil cases? • ...

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

Bill of Rights & the 7 Principles of Government. crossword puzzle
Across
  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
Down
  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 • ...

Law Unit 1 Quiz Review 2026-02-24

Law Unit 1 Quiz Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. category...you sign for a new phone
  2. man made laws rather than universal
  3. section thirty three of Charter
  4. statute of...gave Can. foreign affairs rights
  5. the central core meaning of a law
  6. "substance" of the law ..category
  7. case about Bill 101 and section thirty three
  8. case about ultra vires...suspended license
  9. deals with public and the govt..category of law
  10. viewed humans as brutal beasts
  11. within the power of govt...latin term
  12. category... ie burglary
  13. section 93 guarantees funding for...
Down
  1. suing someone for damages...category
  2. section 92 of Const. outline this
  3. second attempt to get Quebec to sign Const.
  4. first attempt to get Quebec to sign the Const.
  5. deals with citizen vs citizen..category
  6. Can. rights now in Const. with this document
  7. section one of Charter
  8. police fail to fill out ticket correctly
  9. universal truths..type of law
  10. section 91 of Const. outlines this
  11. outside the power of govt....latin term

24 Clues: section one of Charter • category... ie burglary • universal truths..type of law • viewed humans as brutal beasts • section thirty three of Charter • section 92 of Const. outline this • the central core meaning of a law • "substance" of the law ..category • section 91 of Const. outlines this • category...you sign for a new phone • man made laws rather than universal • ...