bill of rights Crossword Puzzles

eoc vocab 2026-03-05

eoc vocab crossword puzzle
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  1. No one is above the law. Everyone must follow the law
  2. to remove
  3. the introduction to the U.S. Constitution
  4. the right of people accused of crimes to have laws that treat them fairly,
  5. Natural Law, Natural Rights (Life, Liberty, Property), SocialContract – government and people form a contract
  6. The split of authority among legislative, executive, and judicial branches
  7. An individual who moves permanently to a new country
  8. of Rights first 10 amendments
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  1. the first constitution of the United States
  2. Separation of Powers (legislative, executive, judicial)
  3. First form of self-government outside of the King of England; createdin 1620
  4. The first document to limit the power of the King of England; limited the government; signed in 1215
  5. Pamphlet written by Thomas Paine arguing for the American Colonest to break away from English rule
  6. A legal process to obtain citizenship
  7. Referring to something at home, not foreign

15 Clues: to remove • of Rights first 10 amendments • A legal process to obtain citizenship • the introduction to the U.S. Constitution • the first constitution of the United States • Referring to something at home, not foreign • An individual who moves permanently to a new country • No one is above the law. Everyone must follow the law • ...

Chapter 5 Bill of Rights and New Government 2020-10-08

Chapter 5 Bill of Rights and New Government crossword puzzle
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  1. Fair
  2. Reasons that lead to a search warrant law doesn’t agree with the Constitution and remove it (2 words)
  3. Leaders of major departments
  4. First Vice president (2 words)
  5. People for the Constitution
  6. Written Lies that damage a person's reputation
  7. People against the Constitution
  8. Testifying against oneself
  9. When the government takes private land for public use (2 words)
  10. The right to meet in large groups politically (3 words)
  11. Official demand to appear in court
  12. How we address the President (2 words)
  13. Document needed to search a citizens property (2 words)
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  1. Spoken lies that damage a person's reputation
  2. First Secretary of the Treasury (2 words)
  3. Guidelines to follow
  4. of Church and State The government doesn't favor any one religion
  5. Placed on trial twice for the same crime (2 words)
  6. Momey paid to get out of jail until the trial
  7. First Secretary of State (2 words)
  8. Each person accused of a crime is guaranteed the use of a lawyer
  9. The right to ask the government to change (3 words)
  10. Offically accused of a crime
  11. Right to express own political opinions (3 words)
  12. of Rights List of rights Americans have listed in the first 10 Amendments
  13. First US President (2 words)
  14. Group of people that decide if a case goes to trial (2 words)
  15. Everyone is treated equally under the Law (2 words)

28 Clues: Fair • Guidelines to follow • Testifying against oneself • People for the Constitution • Leaders of major departments • Offically accused of a crime • First US President (2 words) • First Vice president (2 words) • People against the Constitution • First Secretary of State (2 words) • Official demand to appear in court • How we address the President (2 words) • ...

Bill of Rights and Judicial Branch Crossword Puzzle 2020-12-03

Bill of Rights and Judicial Branch Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. who shall make no law abridging free speech
  2. criminals have the right to this type of jury
  3. Court agenda
  4. amendment granting citizenship and equal protection
  5. previous court rulings sets this
  6. government must give this before taking away life liberty or property
  7. abbreviation for a request to be heard in the Supreme Court
  8. first10 amendments
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  1. the majority issues this in a case decision
  2. means let the decision stand
  3. head of the federal judicial branch
  4. written argument attorney files containing facts and legal issues
  5. issued by a judge and authorizes a search
  6. established in 1803 by Marbury v Madison
  7. 8th amendment prohibits this type of punishment
  8. this amendment is the right to bear arms
  9. the principle that determines how many justices must agree to hear a case
  10. those who disagree with the majority write this
  11. Supreme Court justices serve for this length of time
  12. this amendment protects newspapers rights to publish what they want

20 Clues: Court agenda • first10 amendments • means let the decision stand • previous court rulings sets this • head of the federal judicial branch • established in 1803 by Marbury v Madison • this amendment is the right to bear arms • issued by a judge and authorizes a search • the majority issues this in a case decision • who shall make no law abridging free speech • ...

The Bridge 2025-03-31

The Bridge crossword puzzle
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  1. Doctrine applying Bill of Rights protections to states
  2. Constitutional clause protecting the right to practice religion freely
  3. Legal protections ensuring fair treatment for those accused of crimeExclusionaryRule Legal rule barring illegally obtained evidence from court
  4. Amendment guaranteeing the right to a speedy and public trial
  5. Written defamation that harms someone's reputation
  6. Amendment protecting against unreasonable searches and seizures
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  1. Fundamental freedoms protecting individuals from discrimination
  2. Nonverbal expression protected under the First Amendment
  3. Legal principle ensuring fair treatment through the judicial system
  4. Spoken defamation that harms someone's reputation
  5. Constitutional clause preventing the government from establishing a religion
  6. Landmark Supreme Court case that ended school segregation
  7. Fundamental freedoms protecting individuals from government interference
  8. Legal rights read to an arrested person
  9. False statements that harm a person's reputation

15 Clues: Legal rights read to an arrested person • False statements that harm a person's reputation • Spoken defamation that harms someone's reputation • Written defamation that harms someone's reputation • Doctrine applying Bill of Rights protections to states • Nonverbal expression protected under the First Amendment • ...

The Constitution and The Bill of Rights 2022-05-11

The Constitution and The Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
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  1. Is it true or false that the Executive branch is comprised of the senate and house of Representatives?
  2. The House of Representatives has _______ members.
  3. The Executive branch caries out _________ laws.
  4. The ______ branch makes the laws.
  5. The Judicial branch contains ________.
  6. What branch contains the supreme court?
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  1. What does the Executive branch contain?
  2. The Judicial branch interprets the ______.
  3. The Executive branch ______ the laws.
  4. Is the presidents term 6 years long?
  5. How many senators does each state have?
  6. What branch carries out federal laws?
  7. How many standing committees does a senate have?
  8. The senate has ______ members.
  9. How long is the presidents term?

15 Clues: The senate has ______ members. • How long is the presidents term? • The ______ branch makes the laws. • Is the presidents term 6 years long? • The Executive branch ______ the laws. • What branch carries out federal laws? • The Judicial branch contains ________. • What does the Executive branch contain? • How many senators does each state have? • ...

The Constitution and The Bill of Rights 2022-05-11

The Constitution and The Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
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  1. Is it true or false that the Executive branch is comprised of the senate and house of Representatives?
  2. The House of Representatives has _______ members.
  3. The Executive branch caries out _________ laws.
  4. The ______ branch makes the laws.
  5. The Judicial branch contains ________.
  6. What branch contains the supreme court?
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  1. What does the Executive branch contain?
  2. The Judicial branch interprets the ______.
  3. The Executive branch ______ the laws.
  4. Is the presidents term 6 years long?
  5. How many senators does each state have?
  6. What branch carries out federal laws?
  7. How many standing committees does a senate have?
  8. The senate has ______ members.
  9. How long is the presidents term?

15 Clues: The senate has ______ members. • How long is the presidents term? • The ______ branch makes the laws. • Is the presidents term 6 years long? • The Executive branch ______ the laws. • What branch carries out federal laws? • The Judicial branch contains ________. • What does the Executive branch contain? • How many senators does each state have? • ...

bill of rights by abby and Joseph 2024-02-01

bill of rights by abby and Joseph crossword puzzle
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  1. musle found house
  2. bode regulates its self
  3. organs worcks togher
  4. holds bones to bones
  5. cant controle
  6. suports and porctects
  7. conects to spine
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  1. holds musles to bone
  2. cells worcks together
  3. tipe of musle found in organs
  4. tipe of musle attachet to bone
  5. can controle
  6. tishus worcks together
  7. dose dose not conect to spine
  8. attached to bone

15 Clues: can controle • cant controle • attached to bone • conects to spine • musle found house • holds musles to bone • organs worcks togher • holds bones to bones • cells worcks together • suports and porctects • tishus worcks together • bode regulates its self • tipe of musle found in organs • dose dose not conect to spine • tipe of musle attachet to bone

The Constitution and The Bill of Rights 2025-11-13

The Constitution and The Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
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  1. when people vote for someone for a political office
  2. where a group of citizens work together to solve a case
  3. enforces the laws
  4. the act of giving consent in writing
  5. the act of providing information during a crime
  6. a small change in order to improve a text
  7. the first ten amendments of the constitution
  8. the power to act, speak, or think without restraint
  9. legal principle that prevents a person from being charged for the same crime more than once
  10. system of government by the whole population
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  1. interprets the laws
  2. makes the laws
  3. when the powers of government split off into many branches
  4. principles or laws established by an organization of the government
  5. is a system by the government where many states work together but are still independent

15 Clues: makes the laws • enforces the laws • interprets the laws • the act of giving consent in writing • a small change in order to improve a text • the first ten amendments of the constitution • system of government by the whole population • the act of providing information during a crime • when people vote for someone for a political office • ...

Constitution and Bill of Rights: Holley Denton 2025-11-12

Constitution and Bill of Rights: Holley Denton crossword puzzle
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  1. important defenses of the Constitution
  2. a federal constitution
  3. clear example of how to amend the Constitution
  4. called Congress
  5. agreement to create a two-house legislature
  6. made up of all national courts
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  1. supports the rights of citizens
  2. supporters of the Constitution
  3. passed in 1689
  4. includes president
  5. a philosophical movement
  6. Carta signed by King John in 1215
  7. allowed Congress to levy tariffs on imports
  8. people who opposed the government
  9. power of the central government is divided

15 Clues: passed in 1689 • called Congress • includes president • a federal constitution • a philosophical movement • supporters of the Constitution • made up of all national courts • supports the rights of citizens • Carta signed by King John in 1215 • people who opposed the government • important defenses of the Constitution • power of the central government is divided • ...

The Unalienable Rights 2025-10-27

The Unalienable Rights crossword puzzle
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  1. Constitutional amendment that contains the Due Process and Equal Protection Clauses.
  2. Part of the Fourteenth Amendment that says no state may deprive any person of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.
  3. This amendment guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial by an impartial jury.
  4. This amendment protects freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.
  5. The well-being of society as a whole, sometimes balanced against individual rights.
  6. The method by which the Bill of Rights was applied to the states through the Fourteenth Amendment.
  7. This amendment provides protection against self-incrimination and double jeopardy; guarantees due process.
  8. Fundamental protections against government actions that interfere with individual freedom.
  9. This amendment prohibits excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment.
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  1. This amendment guarantees the right to a jury trial in civil cases over twenty dollars.
  2. The first ten amendments to the Constitution that guarantee basic freedoms.
  3. This amendment states that listing certain rights in the Constitution does not mean other rights are denied to the people.
  4. Individual goals or freedoms that may conflict with the needs of the larger community.
  5. This amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures.
  6. Government protections that ensure equal treatment under the law for all citizens.

15 Clues: This amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. • This amendment prohibits excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment. • The first ten amendments to the Constitution that guarantee basic freedoms. • Government protections that ensure equal treatment under the law for all citizens. • ...

Texas Government Crossword Puzzle 2025-12-10

Texas Government Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. Things citizens are required to do by law (paying taxes).
  2. People choose who will govern them through elections.
  3. A person who owes loyalty and is entitled to the protection of a nation.
  4. Changes to the constitution.
  5. A type of government where leaders and citizen have to follow the rules of the constitution.
  6. Things citizens should voluntarily do, such as voting.
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  1. Power is divided between the national and state governments.
  2. This branch of government determines if laws are constitutional.
  3. Checks & _______ gives each branch of government power over the other two.
  4. The Bill of Rights guarantees our ________ rights.
  5. Establishes the rules for the government.
  6. This branch of government writes the laws.

12 Clues: Changes to the constitution. • Establishes the rules for the government. • This branch of government writes the laws. • The Bill of Rights guarantees our ________ rights. • People choose who will govern them through elections. • Things citizens should voluntarily do, such as voting. • Things citizens are required to do by law (paying taxes). • ...

History Vocabulary and Bill of Rights - Evan Teeple 2021-12-06

History Vocabulary and Bill of Rights - Evan Teeple crossword puzzle
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  1. Powers shared by state and federal government
  2. Based on John Locke, basic rights and freedoms all humans are entitled to
  3. The sharing of powers between the national and state governments
  4. First 10 amendments to the constitution, stating fundamental rights of citizens
  5. Government of the people
  6. Branch that executes, or carries out the law (President and Cabinet)
  7. Powers not specifically defined in the Constitution, shall be entrusted to Congress
  8. To approve
  9. England's lawmaking body
  10. Movement that promoted the idea that knowledge, reason, and science would improve society
  11. Right to bear arms (guns)
  12. Against ratifying Constitution, feared power of national government, wanted a Bill of Rights included to protect peoples' rights
  13. Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition
  14. Based on Montesquieu powers are divided among different branches of government to make sure no one branch of government gets too much power
  15. We have other rights that are not listed in the Constitution
  16. Government with limited powers strictly defined by law; no person of group is above the law
  17. Powers that only belong to federal government
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  1. Branch that includes the courts that settle disputes and questions of the law (Supreme and Federal Courts)
  2. (Republicanism) People rule through elected representatives
  3. Political theory that government is subject to the will of the people (People have the power)
  4. No unreasonable searches and seizures-Must have a warrant
  5. Powers that belong to only the state government
  6. Legislative, executive, judicial
  7. No cruel and unusual punishments
  8. Due process of law (Everyone deserves a trial). No double jeopardy
  9. System in which each branch of government checks, or limits other branches so no one branch gets too much power
  10. Lawmaking branch of government (Congress-Senate and House of Representatives)
  11. Power of the court to judge whether or not actions of other branches are unconstitutional
  12. We don't have to quarter soldiers
  13. Right to a public and speedy trial
  14. Final and supreme authority of the US, supreme law of the land
  15. Supporters of Constitution and a stronger national government, feared disaster without it
  16. An official change or addition to the Constitution
  17. Intro to Constitution stating goals
  18. Delegates of Constitutional Convention who shaped Constitution
  19. You can take someone to court, but value in question must exceed $20
  20. Any power not stated in the Constitution is reserved for state governments

37 Clues: To approve • Government of the people • England's lawmaking body • Right to bear arms (guns) • Legislative, executive, judicial • No cruel and unusual punishments • We don't have to quarter soldiers • Right to a public and speedy trial • Intro to Constitution stating goals • Powers shared by state and federal government • Powers that only belong to federal government • ...

The Constitution and Bill of Rights Study Guide 2013-09-25

The Constitution and Bill of Rights Study Guide crossword puzzle
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  1. How old must you be to be in the House of Representatives?
  2. Violated.
  3. Includes the Supreme Court and any lower courts established by Congress.
  4. People and government must abide by the Constitution.
  5. Powers given to Congress.
  6. Bringing problems of the government to their attention to be fixed.
  7. Cruel and unusual punishment (amendment).
  8. Includes the President and the Vice President.
  9. Trial by jury (amendment).
  10. Supported the Constitution and a strong centralized government.
  11. Part of Congress based on population.
  12. Length of the Senators term.
  13. Thesis statement of the Constitution that lists the reasons the Constitution was written.
  14. Lawyer.
  15. Free Speech (amendment).
  16. The Privileges and Immunities clause demonstrates which principle?
  17. All powers not given to the central government are given to the states and the people (amendment).
  18. Part of the Constitution that establishes the branch of the President.
  19. First ten amendments to the US Constitution
  20. States that the Constitution and federal law are the supreme law of the land.
  21. Search Warrants (amendment).
  22. Includes Congress; Senate and House of Representatives.
  23. Number of Senators per state.
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  1. Only supported the Constitution as long as it included protection of individual rights.
  2. Part of the Constitution that establishes the judicial branch.
  3. Who must approve presidential appointments and treaties?
  4. Part of the Constitution that defines Treason.
  5. Who has the power to "lay and collect taxes"?
  6. Due Process of law (amendment).
  7. Everyone has rights even if they are not written in the Constitution (amendment).
  8. The right to know what a person is accused of prior to being arrested.
  9. Housed.
  10. How long is a president's term of office?
  11. People have the power through the right to vote.
  12. Formal change to the Constitution
  13. Saying or doing something that could get yourself in trouble.
  14. Part of the Constitution that expands on the rights of states.
  15. A person cannot be tried twice for the same crime.
  16. Quartering of troops (amendment).
  17. Waging war against your country.
  18. Right to bear arms(amendment).
  19. How long is a judges term?
  20. domain Private property can be seized by the government for private use.
  21. Who appoints electors to the electoral college?
  22. The power of the president to reject a law passed by Congress
  23. Form of government in which the people have power.

46 Clues: Housed. • Lawyer. • Violated. • Free Speech (amendment). • Powers given to Congress. • Trial by jury (amendment). • How long is a judges term? • Length of the Senators term. • Search Warrants (amendment). • Number of Senators per state. • Right to bear arms(amendment). • Due Process of law (amendment). • Waging war against your country. • Formal change to the Constitution • ...

Midterm Study Guide 2022-01-03

Midterm Study Guide crossword puzzle
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  1. States like these because they have more say in how the money is spent.
  2. God given rights to life, liberty, and property.
  3. Political stalemate is a situation when there is difficulty passing laws that satisfy the needs of the people.
  4. The first ten amendments.
  5. Feared the powered of the national government and believed state legislatures, which would better protect their freedoms, wanted the Bill of Rights.
  6. A form of government in which the people have the authority to deliberate and decide legislation.
  7. Agreements among States.
  8. An agreement between the people and their government.
  9. British political philosophers that differed how governments should be ran.
  10. An addition or alteration made to a constitution, statute, or legislative bill or resolution, there are 27.
  11. Letter to the British king that listed all the ways he abused his power, written by Thomas Jefferson.
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  1. Come with strings attached, used for specific purpose.
  2. Are not expressly stated in the Constitution, but are reasonably suggested, or implied by, the expressed powers.
  3. A clause in the Constitution ensures that States recognize the laws and, documents, and court proceedings of the other States.
  4. Supported the Constitution, believed a strong central government would be better for national security and economic prosperity.
  5. The legal process by which a fugitive from justice in one State is returned to that State.
  6. The principle that sovereignty should be divided between the federal government and the states especially as expressed by the Constitution of the U.S.
  7. A form of government in which "supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives.
  8. Are those found directly within the Constitution.
  9. When the government doesn't protect its people, the people can revolt.
  10. Belong only because the U.S. is sovereign.

21 Clues: Agreements among States. • The first ten amendments. • Belong only because the U.S. is sovereign. • God given rights to life, liberty, and property. • Are those found directly within the Constitution. • An agreement between the people and their government. • Come with strings attached, used for specific purpose. • ...

Unit 2 | North America | Vocab | Vol. II 2022-10-19

Unit 2 | North America | Vocab | Vol. II crossword puzzle
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  1. an action to overthrow a government by citizens or colonists
  2. the shift to large-scale production using machines
  3. a formal change to a law
  4. the document declaring U.S. independece from the British Empire, on July 4, 1776
  5. to adjust or modify to fit
  6. to formally withdraw
  7. to object to something, like a law
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  1. a document that organizes government and states its powers
  2. the land Thomas Jefferson bought in 1803, doubling the size of the United States
  3. the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, outlining citizens individual rights
  4. a person sent by a religious organization to convert others to that religion
  5. across an entire continent
  6. a fee paid to a government for public services
  7. to build settlements and develop trade in lands that a country controls
  8. a settler of new land

15 Clues: to formally withdraw • a settler of new land • a formal change to a law • across an entire continent • to adjust or modify to fit • to object to something, like a law • a fee paid to a government for public services • the shift to large-scale production using machines • a document that organizes government and states its powers • ...

Unit 1 Citizenship Name:______________ 2024-08-06

Unit 1 Citizenship Name:______________ crossword puzzle
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  1. The movement of people from region to region.
  2. The first ten Amendments to the Constitution that list the key rights of citizens.
  3. A person living in the U.S. who is not a citizen.
  4. Things that citizens should do, but are not legally required to do.
  5. Those things citizens must do by law.
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  1. It defines who is a citizen, and requires states to treat all citizens fairly and equally.
  2. An official count of the number of people in a country.
  3. A person who comes to the U.S. from another country, with the intention to live here permanently.
  4. A legal member of a country.
  5. A broad term for participation in a nation's political life, including the rights, duties, and responsibilities of a citizen.
  6. The process by which a non-citizen becomes a citizen.
  7. It is part of the Bill of Rights and guarantees freedom of religion, assembly, press petition, and speech.

12 Clues: A legal member of a country. • Those things citizens must do by law. • The movement of people from region to region. • A person living in the U.S. who is not a citizen. • The process by which a non-citizen becomes a citizen. • An official count of the number of people in a country. • Things that citizens should do, but are not legally required to do. • ...

Karapatang pantao 2025-03-06

Karapatang pantao crossword puzzle
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  1. katipunan ng mga karapatang Pantao
  2. Dahil dito na wakasan ang ganap na kapangyarihan ni Haring louise XVI.
  3. Isang hari na sapilitang lumagda ng magna carta.
  4. karapatang taglay ng bawat tao kahit hindi ipagkaloob ng Estado.
  5. bawat karapatang pantao ay magkakaugnay.
  6. Naglalaman ng mga karapatan gaya ng hindi pagpataw ng buwis,pagbawal sa pagkulong, hindi pagdeklara ng batas.
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  1. isinasaalang-alang ang pag-aalaga sa mga nasugatan at may sakit na sundalo.
  2. karapatang kaoob ng binuong batas.
  3. lsang hari na sinakop ang lungsod ng babylon.
  4. lsang Karapatang panto na ang kanayang taglay ay mula nang siya ay isilang
  5. karapatang tinatamasa ng isang tao anuman ang kanyang kasarian,kulay,edad,o katayuan sa buhay.
  6. karapatang ipinag kaloob at pinangalagaan ng Estado.
  7. dokumentong naglalahad ng ilang karapatan ng mga taga England.
  8. isang indibidwal na hindi kailanman maaaring mahati
  9. Tinatamasa ang lahat ng tao kahit saang panig ng mundo

15 Clues: karapatang kaoob ng binuong batas. • katipunan ng mga karapatang Pantao • bawat karapatang pantao ay magkakaugnay. • lsang hari na sinakop ang lungsod ng babylon. • Isang hari na sapilitang lumagda ng magna carta. • isang indibidwal na hindi kailanman maaaring mahati • karapatang ipinag kaloob at pinangalagaan ng Estado. • ...

civ 2021-11-11

civ crossword puzzle
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  1. foreign-born resident, or noncitizen
  2. Jackson (1892-1954) was a justice of the U.S. Supreme Court from 1942 to 1954. He is best known for his opinion in West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette, 1943, that expanded the scope of the 1st Amendment’s freedom of speech guarantee.
  3. term used for postive acts of government that seek to make constitutional guarantees a reality for all people,e.g prohibition of discrimination.
  4. (1841-1935) was a justice of the U.S. Supreme Court from 1902 to 1932 who was nicknamed the Great Dissenter.
  5. Blaine (1830-1893), a congressman from Maine and Speaker of the House from 1869 to 1875. was an unsuccessful candidate for President in 1876 and 1880 He served as Secretary of State in 1881 and again from 1889 to 1892.
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  1. Part of the 14th Amendment which guarantees that no State dent basic rights to its people.
  2. the process of incorporating, or including, most of the guarantees in the Bill of Rights into the 14th Amendment's Due Process Clause
  3. A U.S naval base located on the island of Oahu in Hawaii.
  4. guarantees of the safety of persons, opinions, and property from the arbitrary acts of government,including freedom of speech and freedom of religion
  5. The first ten amendments to the constitution.

10 Clues: foreign-born resident, or noncitizen • The first ten amendments to the constitution. • A U.S naval base located on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. • Part of the 14th Amendment which guarantees that no State dent basic rights to its people. • (1841-1935) was a justice of the U.S. Supreme Court from 1902 to 1932 who was nicknamed the Great Dissenter. • ...

The Legislative Process 2025-06-04

The Legislative Process crossword puzzle
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  1. A version of a measure or bill that incorporates adopted floor amendments
  2. Number of days that the Legislature meets annually
  3. A bill that is the product of a legislative committee rather than an individual legislator
  4. This bill has passed both houses of the legislature in identical form and has been converted into an act for presentation to the Governor
  5. Committee members hear witnesses representing various viewpoints on the measure
  6. Bill that ends in odd numbers
  7. The last day of a session of the legislature
  8. At this reading, a vote is taken on the bill
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  1. A bill of statewide interest or whose provisions apply to the entire state
  2. When a bill has numerous amendments or the amendments change the concept of the bill
  3. This session may not exceed 20 days
  4. Bill that ends in even numbers
  5. In the Senate, the use of tactics to delay or block passage of a measure by preventing it from coming to a vote
  6. This abbreviation represents the name for a structured process that involves the creation and enforcement of regulations by administrative agencies
  7. Also known as an introducer of a bill
  8. When a bill is made into law

16 Clues: When a bill is made into law • Bill that ends in odd numbers • Bill that ends in even numbers • This session may not exceed 20 days • Also known as an introducer of a bill • The last day of a session of the legislature • At this reading, a vote is taken on the bill • Number of days that the Legislature meets annually • ...

Amendments 2024-11-11

Amendments crossword puzzle
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  1. rights
  2. seven
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  1. of rights
  2. process
  3. V

5 Clues: V • seven • rights • process • of rights

legal and ethics- healthcare 2025-04-14

legal and ethics- healthcare crossword puzzle
Across
  1. law
  2. law
  3. determination
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  1. law
  2. imprisonment
  3. of rights
  4. rights

7 Clues: law • law • law • rights • of rights • imprisonment • determination

Life in the UK Test 2 2020-06-21

Life in the UK Test 2 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Where in Scotland is known as the home of golf?
  2. The name of the Wall that is a popular UNESCO World Heritage Site
  3. The 40 days before Easter is known as _______ .
  4. Where does the Fringe take place?
  5. What is the system that automatically deducts tax?
  6. The Romans remained in Britain for how many years?
  7. What is the Church of England known as in Scotland and the US?
  8. What was Henry Purcell's occupation? (1659–95)
Down
  1. Who became Prime Minister during WWII?
  2. What is also known as “Elizabeth Tower” and is over 150 years of age?
  3. What did Sir Tim Berners-Lee invent?
  4. Who won gold medals in rowing in five consecutive Olympic Games?
  5. The Bill of _____ , 1689, confirmed the rights of Parliament and the limits of the king’s power.
  6. Where did the people of the Bronze Age bury their dead?
  7. What does the TV licence money pay for?
  8. What was the population of the UK in 1901? (in the million)
  9. Who mapped the coast of Australia

17 Clues: Where does the Fringe take place? • Who mapped the coast of Australia • What did Sir Tim Berners-Lee invent? • Who became Prime Minister during WWII? • What does the TV licence money pay for? • What was Henry Purcell's occupation? (1659–95) • Where in Scotland is known as the home of golf? • The 40 days before Easter is known as _______ . • ...

Progressivism 2023-10-04

Progressivism crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a leading proponent of women voting rights
  2. journalist who wrote about the corrupt side of business
  3. based on a philosophy found in On the Origins of Species
  4. the right to vote
  5. daughter of an antislavery Republican worked for children's' rights
  6. used his office as a "bully pulpit" to influence news media and shape legislation
  7. the banning of alcoholic beverages
  8. the act of preserving wilderness also the prevention of wasteful resource usage
  9. this studies to see how quickly a task can be performed
  10. a term used to describe various progressive reforms in TR's administration
Down
  1. a bill originated by the people rather than lawmakers on the ballot
  2. this group was founded in New York for the full equality among the races
  3. shocked readers by by exposing sickening conditions in the meatpacking industry
  4. voters accept or reject laws set forth by the citizens
  5. created the American Railway Union
  6. this made direct election of senators the law of the land
  7. enabled voters to remove public officials from elected positions

17 Clues: the right to vote • created the American Railway Union • the banning of alcoholic beverages • a leading proponent of women voting rights • voters accept or reject laws set forth by the citizens • journalist who wrote about the corrupt side of business • this studies to see how quickly a task can be performed • based on a philosophy found in On the Origins of Species • ...

us history 2022-10-06

us history crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Which ship did Columbus sail on?
  2. Who won Marbury v Madison?
  3. Where is the Erie Canal?
  4. Who drafted the bill of rights?
  5. who won king Phillips war?
  6. who surrendered at the battle of yorktown?
  7. Where was the first women's rights convention?
  8. What month did the Boston Massacre happen in?
  9. who set off the French-Indian war?
  10. John C. Calhoun begins what crisis?
  11. when did the Continental Congress adopt the Declaration of Independence?
  12. The "Shot Heard 'Round the World" started what war?
  13. who won Dredd Scott vs. Sandford?
Down
  1. Where did the Constitutional Convention happen?
  2. who goes to battle over the Second Bank of the US?
  3. where did the mayflower depart from?
  4. where did the Salem witch trials happen?
  5. Who burned the capitol of the United States?
  6. Who did President Jefferson buy the Louisiana Purchase from?
  7. the first permanent colony?
  8. who introduced the telegraph?
  9. who kidnapped the first slaves?
  10. Whats the trail called that was from the Indian removal act?
  11. who taught native Americans to plant corn?
  12. Where was the first discovery of gold in California?

25 Clues: Where is the Erie Canal? • Who won Marbury v Madison? • who won king Phillips war? • the first permanent colony? • who introduced the telegraph? • Who drafted the bill of rights? • who kidnapped the first slaves? • Which ship did Columbus sail on? • who won Dredd Scott vs. Sandford? • who set off the French-Indian war? • John C. Calhoun begins what crisis? • ...

us history 2022-10-06

us history crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Which ship did Columbus sail on?
  2. Who won Marbury v Madison?
  3. Where is the Erie Canal?
  4. Who drafted the bill of rights?
  5. who won king Phillips war?
  6. who surrendered at the battle of yorktown?
  7. Where was the first women's rights convention?
  8. What month did the Boston Massacre happen in?
  9. who set off the French-Indian war?
  10. John C. Calhoun begins what crisis?
  11. when did the Continental Congress adopt the Declaration of Independence?
  12. The "Shot Heard 'Round the World" started what war?
  13. who won Dredd Scott vs. Sandford?
Down
  1. Where did the Constitutional Convention happen?
  2. who goes to battle over the Second Bank of the US?
  3. where did the mayflower depart from?
  4. where did the Salem witch trials happen?
  5. Who burned the capitol of the United States?
  6. Who did President Jefferson buy the Louisiana Purchase from?
  7. the first permanent colony?
  8. who introduced the telegraph?
  9. who kidnapped the first slaves?
  10. Whats the trail called that was from the Indian removal act?
  11. who taught native Americans to plant corn?
  12. Where was the first discovery of gold in California?

25 Clues: Where is the Erie Canal? • Who won Marbury v Madison? • who won king Phillips war? • the first permanent colony? • who introduced the telegraph? • Who drafted the bill of rights? • who kidnapped the first slaves? • Which ship did Columbus sail on? • who won Dredd Scott vs. Sandford? • who set off the French-Indian war? • John C. Calhoun begins what crisis? • ...

The Legislative Branch Cross Word Puzzle 2025-06-04

The Legislative Branch Cross Word Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. – A financial plan for government spending and revenue.
  2. – Data like age, race, or income that describes a population group.
  3. – This happens after a census to adjust voting boundaries.
  4. – A local law passed by city or county government.
  5. – The president can do this to stop a bill from becoming law.
  6. – Someone hired by an interest group to talk to lawmakers.
  7. – Term for someone who is already in office and running for re-election.
  8. – The practice of keeping racial or ethnic groups separate.
  9. – What is the formal process used to remove a president from office?
  10. rights – The freedoms and protections guaranteed to all citizens under the law.
  11. – The opposite of “majority”; often used in rights discussions.
  12. – A legislature that has two houses, like the U.S. Congress.
Down
  1. – Drawing political boundaries to benefit a political party is called what?
  2. – The condition of having the same rights and opportunities as others.
  3. – The voters or residents in a district that an elected official represents.
  4. – What kind of “action” aims to correct historical injustices through policy?
  5. – The process of reassigning seats in the House based on new population data.
  6. – “_______ domain” allows government to take land for public projects._
  7. – TV, internet, newspapers, and radio are all part of this communication network.
  8. – A direct vote by the people on a proposed law.

20 Clues: – A direct vote by the people on a proposed law. • – A local law passed by city or county government. • – A financial plan for government spending and revenue. • – This happens after a census to adjust voting boundaries. • – Someone hired by an interest group to talk to lawmakers. • – The practice of keeping racial or ethnic groups separate. • ...

1450-1750 AP World Significant Dates 2024-04-19

1450-1750 AP World Significant Dates crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Dias rounded Cape of Good Hope
  2. Battle of Sekigahara - beginning of Tokugawa Shogunate
  3. Establishment of Cape Town Colony
  4. Aztec Empire at its height
  5. unsuccessful Ottoman siege of Vienna
  6. Columbus sailed to Hispaniola/Reconquista of Spain
  7. Cortez conquered Aztecs
  8. End of Ming Dynasty - rise of the Qing
  9. defeat of the Spanish Armada
  10. Martin Luther/95 these - Protestant Reformation
  11. first African slaves transported to Caribbean
Down
  1. founding of Jamestown (first slaves there in 1619)
  2. discovery of silver at Potosi
  3. 30 years war in Europe
  4. Glorious Revolution/English Bill of Rights
  5. Ottomans capture Constantinople
  6. Battle of Lepanto - naval defeat of Ottomans
  7. Pizarro toppled the Inca

18 Clues: 30 years war in Europe • Cortez conquered Aztecs • Pizarro toppled the Inca • Aztec Empire at its height • defeat of the Spanish Armada • discovery of silver at Potosi • Dias rounded Cape of Good Hope • Ottomans capture Constantinople • Establishment of Cape Town Colony • unsuccessful Ottoman siege of Vienna • End of Ming Dynasty - rise of the Qing • ...

The Legislative Process 2025-06-04

The Legislative Process crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Number of days that the Legislature meets annually
  2. This bill has passed both houses of the legislature in identical form and has been converted into an act for presentation to the Governor
  3. Committee members hear witnesses representing various viewpoints on the measure
  4. The last day of a session of the legislature
  5. Also known as an introducer of a bill
  6. A version of a measure or bill that incorporates adopted floor amendments
  7. A bill that is the product of a legislative committee rather than an individual legislator
  8. A bill of statewide interest or whose provisions apply to the entire state
Down
  1. When a bill has numerous amendments or the amendments change the concept of the bill
  2. This session may not exceed 20 days
  3. When a bill is made into law
  4. Bill that ends in even numbers
  5. This abbreviation represents the name for a structured process that involves the creation and enforcement of regulations by administrative agencies
  6. In the Senate, the use of tactics to delay or block passage of a measure by preventing it from coming to a vote
  7. Bill that ends in odd numbers
  8. At this reading, a vote is taken on the bill

16 Clues: When a bill is made into law • Bill that ends in odd numbers • Bill that ends in even numbers • This session may not exceed 20 days • Also known as an introducer of a bill • The last day of a session of the legislature • At this reading, a vote is taken on the bill • Number of days that the Legislature meets annually • ...

U.S. Government Constitution 2023-08-27

U.S. Government Constitution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The branch of government responsible for enforcing laws, led by the President.
  2. The division of powers between the federal government and the states.
  3. OF RIGHTS The first ten amendments to the Constitution, protecting individual freedoms.
  4. The legal requirement that the government must respect all the legal rights of individuals.
  5. The group that officially elects the President and Vice President.
  6. A system in which each branch of government can limit the powers of the other branches.
Down
  1. The introduction to the U.S. Constitution, stating its purpose and goals.
  2. The branch of government that makes and passes laws, including Congress.
  3. The branch of government responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice.
  4. The lawmaking body of the U.S. government, consisting of the House and Senate.
  5. Rules established by the government to maintain order and ensure justice.
  6. A change or addition to the Constitution to address specific issues or rights.

12 Clues: The group that officially elects the President and Vice President. • The division of powers between the federal government and the states. • The branch of government that makes and passes laws, including Congress. • The introduction to the U.S. Constitution, stating its purpose and goals. • ...

Foundations of Government 2024-10-30

Foundations of Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This group supported a strong government
  2. Powers of the federal government
  3. The government is divided into 3 branches
  4. National and state governments share power
  5. The people elect representatives to run the government
  6. This branch enforces laws;President
  7. Supported by small states
  8. Powers shared between the state and federal government
  9. Representation based on population
  10. This branch interprets laws;Supreme Court
Down
  1. Protects your individual rights
  2. This group would not ratify the U.S. Constitution without a Bill of Rights
  3. Each branch is able to check the other to keep power balanced
  4. Powers of the state
  5. Consent of the governed; the government gets its power from THE people
  6. We get this legislature from the Great Compromise
  7. This branch makes the laws;Congress
  8. Supported by LARGE states
  9. Rule of Law;NO one is above the law. Constitution limits the government
  10. For every 5 slaves, 3 are counted as 'free people' for taxation and representation
  11. This compromise settles issues between LARGE and small states
  12. Based on equal representation

22 Clues: Powers of the state • Supported by LARGE states • Supported by small states • Based on equal representation • Protects your individual rights • Powers of the federal government • Representation based on population • This branch makes the laws;Congress • This branch enforces laws;President • This group supported a strong government • The government is divided into 3 branches • ...

Civil rights 2022-04-19

Civil rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. when protesters sit down and refuse to leave
  2. Student nonviolent coordinating committee
  3. a case where Linda Brown was involved in
  4. When people get separated from other people
  5. the person who took over as president after Kennedy's death
  6. when blacks and whites traveled together on segregated busses
  7. thousands of blacks stopped riding bosses in Montgomery
  8. this person delivered the "I have a dream" speech
  9. The case that established " separate but equal"
Down
  1. This march showed support for the Civil rights bill
  2. a woman who refused to give up her seat to a white man
  3. allowed the supreme court to protect African American Voting Rights
  4. 9 black students that were allowed to attend Central High School
  5. A program of domestic reforms made by johnson
  6. The child from the brown v. board of education
  7. This act banned segregation in all public places
  8. leader of the Nation of Islam
  9. This called for African American independence
  10. was the youngest president elected ever
  11. the supreme court's first African American justice

20 Clues: leader of the Nation of Islam • was the youngest president elected ever • a case where Linda Brown was involved in • Student nonviolent coordinating committee • When people get separated from other people • when protesters sit down and refuse to leave • A program of domestic reforms made by johnson • This called for African American independence • ...

bhm 2026-02-26

bhm crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Jordan: Considered to be the Best Basketball player ever in the US
  2. Bunche: The first African American to win a Nobel peace prize
  3. Thomas: Found the cure for Baby Blue Syndrome
  4. Obama: Skipped 2nd grade because of her academic performance
  5. T. Woods: A firefighter before an inventor
  6. Obama: the First African American US President
  7. Parks: Called Mother of Civil rights movement
  8. Biles: Won 11 Olympic medals
  9. Van Brittan Brown: The inventor of the first home security system
  10. Bath: Made Laserphaco Probe
Down
  1. Latimer: Helped make the light bulb
  2. CJ walker: The first Black women to make $1 mil.
  3. little rock nine: The first African AMerican students to integrate to an all white school
  4. James: First African American in the NHL
  5. Russel: Has The most NBA championship rings for any player
  6. Tubman: Wanted dead or alive for $40,000
  7. Baker: Known as Mother of the Civil Rights
  8. Truth: The first Black woman to win a lawsuit against a white man.
  9. Rudolph: Fastest woman in the world
  10. Powell: The first African American secretary of the state

20 Clues: Bath: Made Laserphaco Probe • Biles: Won 11 Olympic medals • Latimer: Helped make the light bulb • Rudolph: Fastest woman in the world • James: First African American in the NHL • Tubman: Wanted dead or alive for $40,000 • Baker: Known as Mother of the Civil Rights • T. Woods: A firefighter before an inventor • Thomas: Found the cure for Baby Blue Syndrome • ...

Foundational Documents Review 2021-01-06

Foundational Documents Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the writer of "Common Sense" [#11]
  2. America's first attempt at government [#13]
  3. the idea that the ruler is not all powerful [#7]
  4. the number of amendments included in the U.S. Bill of Rights [#23]
  5. the additions to the U.S. Constitution that the anti-federalists fought for [#14]
Down
  1. the pamphlet that convinced many colonists to support independence [#11]
  2. the pilgrim's plan of self government [#9]
  3. the only branch that existed under the Articles of Confederation [#13]
  4. the pilgrim's created this type of democracy [#9]
  5. the document also known as the "great charter" [#7]
  6. the writer of the Declaration of Independence [#12]
  7. the name for changes made to the U.S. Constitution [#16]
  8. the enlightenment philosopher whose ideas were included in the Declaration of Independence [#12]
  9. America's second and current plan of government [#16]
  10. a document containing rights no English king could violate [#7]

15 Clues: the writer of "Common Sense" [#11] • the pilgrim's plan of self government [#9] • America's first attempt at government [#13] • the idea that the ruler is not all powerful [#7] • the pilgrim's created this type of democracy [#9] • the document also known as the "great charter" [#7] • the writer of the Declaration of Independence [#12] • ...

AA Crossword 2023-03-30

AA Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The former title of As Bill Sees It
  2. Last name of Bill W's first love
  3. First name of Bill W's first love
  4. AA magazine
  5. One of the 3 legacies
  6. The Y in YPAA
  7. Dr Bobs middle name
  8. Half ____ availed us nothing
  9. The A in HALT
  10. Co founder of AA
  11. Group service rep.
  12. Bill Ws last name
  13. it is suggested you get one of these
  14. What Jim poured his whiskey into in More About Alcoholism
  15. Another name for higher power
  16. One of the 3 legacies
  17. Spiritual foundation of all our traditions
  18. ____ does it
  19. The T in HALT
  20. Amount of steps befor Bill wrote the 12 steps
Down
  1. Ebby Thatchers sponsors last name
  2. how many meetings some sponsors recommend you attend in early sobriety
  3. Popular AA beverage
  4. Ebby Thatchers sponsors first name
  5. Name of group Bill W was a member of before AA
  6. Dr Bobs last name
  7. chapter that was included in the first edition of the Big Book but was later excluded in the subsequent editions
  8. Number one offender
  9. One of the 3 legacies
  10. ____ is the answer to all my problems
  11. Co Founder of AA
  12. The only chapter not written by Bill W
  13. Doctor Bobs area of expertise
  14. First name of Bill W's wife
  15. Companion group to aa for families of alcoholics
  16. The L in HALT
  17. The H in HALT
  18. Did Ebby Thatcher die sober?

38 Clues: AA magazine • ____ does it • The Y in YPAA • The A in HALT • The L in HALT • The H in HALT • The T in HALT • Co Founder of AA • Co founder of AA • Dr Bobs last name • Bill Ws last name • Group service rep. • Popular AA beverage • Number one offender • Dr Bobs middle name • One of the 3 legacies • One of the 3 legacies • One of the 3 legacies • First name of Bill W's wife • Half ____ availed us nothing • ...

Government Crossword 2023-01-09

Government Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. tax taxes on businesses
  2. space of area claimed by a country
  3. society the network of community relationships that builds social capital
  4. vote the people's vote
  5. branch writes laws
  6. rule book made for government
  7. combined of two chambers
  8. when all parties to a transaction are treated equally
  9. similar to president but controls state inside of whole country
  10. Of Representatives members vary by state
Down
  1. ruled by the people
  2. process of becoming a US citizen
  3. law that is in process of being made
  4. branch interprets the law
  5. commander n chief
  6. Tax tax on paychecks
  7. every US citizen has
  8. branch branch that enforces laws
  9. house with 100 members
  10. a law that has been denied

20 Clues: commander n chief • branch writes laws • ruled by the people • Tax tax on paychecks • every US citizen has • vote the people's vote • house with 100 members • tax taxes on businesses • combined of two chambers • branch interprets the law • a law that has been denied • rule book made for government • process of becoming a US citizen • branch branch that enforces laws • ...

Legislative Branch of the United States 2025-12-06

Legislative Branch of the United States crossword puzzle
Across
  1. During __________ review, committees ask executive agencies for written comments on a measure.
  2. Bills introduced in the House are labeled “H. R.” followed by a __________ indicating the order of introduction.
  3. After 1995, bills introduced in the House are referred to one committee called the __________ committee.
  4. Before 1995, a House bill could be subject to __________ referral, meaning it could go to two committees at the same time.
  5. In the House of Representatives, a member introduces a bill by placing it in the __________, a wooden box at the front of the chamber.
  6. Article I, Section 1 of the Constitution states that “All Legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a __________ of the United States.”
  7. Every bill must be approved by both houses of Congress in __________ form.
  8. During __________ committee review, subgroups within each chamber examine the bill.
  9. In the House, a __________ petition (requiring 218 signatures) can extract a bill from committee.
  10. The first step for a bill to become a law is __________, when a member of Congress formally proposes the bill.
  11. __________ committees are composed of members from both the House and Senate.
  12. During __________, committees gather information from experts, citizens, and interest groups.
  13. After a bill is introduced, it is read into the Congressional __________, the formal record of all congressional actions.
  14. A __________ is a procedural move in the Senate that attempts to halt passage of a bill by allowing unlimited debate.
  15. __________ committees are specially created to consider a specific policy issue or concern, such as the Select Committee on the Climate Crisis.
Down
  1. In a __________ session, the committee “marks up” the bill with suggested language changes and amendments.
  2. In the Senate, debate rules are set through __________ consent agreements, which require every senator’s approval.
  3. Committee chairs are often chosen using the __________ system, in which the longest-serving member gets preference.
  4. A __________ is a proposed piece of legislation.
  5. A bill becomes law if the __________ signs it.
  6. __________ committees are permanent committees with defined legislative jurisdiction.
  7. Most bills “die” in __________, meaning they are never considered or forwarded to the full chamber.
  8. A __________ committee reconciles different versions of a bill passed by the House and Senate.
  9. If a bill makes it out of committee, a __________ of members in both the House and Senate must approve it.
  10. Bills introduced in the Senate are referred to as “S.” followed by a number reflecting the order in which they were __________.

25 Clues: A bill becomes law if the __________ signs it. • A __________ is a proposed piece of legislation. • Every bill must be approved by both houses of Congress in __________ form. • __________ committees are composed of members from both the House and Senate. • During __________ committee review, subgroups within each chamber examine the bill. • ...

bill of rights and 7 principals of government 2022-02-23

bill of rights and 7 principals of government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the central government is separated into three branches.
  2. PROVIDES FOR JURY TRIALS IN CIVIL CASES.
  3. NO CITIZEN SHOULD BE FORCED TO QUARTER SOLDIERS IN THEIR HOMES.
  4. SAYS ALL POWERS NOT GIVEN TO THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ARE KEPT BY THE STATES OR THE PEOPLE.
  5. PROTECTS THE RIGHTS TO CARRY AND BEAR ARMS.
  6. the idea that the people hold the power in the government. They exercise this power by voting.
  7. Everyone must follow the law. The government is not all powerful.
Down
  1. STATES PEOPLE HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT ARE NOT ADDRESSED IN THE CONSTITUTION.
  2. PROVIDES FOR THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS ACCUSED OF A CRIME.
  3. freedom OF THE PRESS, RELIGION, ASSEMBLE, SPEECH, AND PETITION THE GOVERNMENT.
  4. RIGHT TO BE INFORMED OF CHARGES, RIGHT TO A SPEEDY TRIAL, RIGHT TO A JURY, RIGHT TO A LAWYER, FACE PEOPLE AGAINST YOU, CALL YOUR WITNESSES.
  5. sets LIMITATIONS ON BAIL AND PUNISHMENTS.
  6. PROHIBITS UNREASONABLE ARRESTS AND SEARCHES.
  7. People elect representatives to make laws for them.

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

CYOA 2024-03-22

CYOA crossword puzzle
Across
  1. has a house of representatives
  2. a process approved by 9 states
  3. branch that can declare war
  4. branch with the supreme court
  5. many of these had to be made for the constitution to be ratified
  6. given to the people with a famous bill
  7. beginning of the constitution
  8. a founding father
Down
  1. leader of the executive branch
  2. made to be followed by the public
  3. a type of college made to educate those voting for president
  4. presidential branch
  5. pen-name used by the federalists
  6. Pen-name used by anti-feds
  7. Smelt a rat
  8. wrote the most federalist papers

16 Clues: Smelt a rat • a founding father • presidential branch • Pen-name used by anti-feds • branch that can declare war • branch with the supreme court • beginning of the constitution • leader of the executive branch • has a house of representatives • a process approved by 9 states • pen-name used by the federalists • wrote the most federalist papers • made to be followed by the public • ...

Building a Nation 2014-12-03

Building a Nation crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Act/Made exporting illegal from the US
  2. vs Maryland/ established that the court has the right to an act of congress if it unconstitutional
  3. Treaty/trade relations
  4. Rebellion/revolt against the tax on liquor
  5. Faire/ practice of not getting in others personal lives
Down
  1. Marshall/his court opinions helped inspire the constitutional law
  2. Pinckney's Treaty signed by Spain allowed exploration of...
  3. the country the Louisiana Purchase was from...
  4. of Rights/ formal statement of the fundamentals rights of united States

9 Clues: Treaty/trade relations • Act/Made exporting illegal from the US • Rebellion/revolt against the tax on liquor • the country the Louisiana Purchase was from... • Faire/ practice of not getting in others personal lives • Pinckney's Treaty signed by Spain allowed exploration of... • Marshall/his court opinions helped inspire the constitutional law • ...

Citizenship 2020-09-22

Citizenship crossword puzzle
Across
  1. permission for a legal resident to live in the United states for a specific length of time for a specific reason
  2. no illegal search and seizure
  3. Voting, running for office when needed, being informed of issues, respect the rights of others
  4. Bill of rights, voting, Life Liberty and Pursuit of Happiness
  5. lowered the voting age to 18
  6. african american men given the right to vote
  7. 18 years old, live in US legally for 5 years, be of "good moral character", have a place to live
Down
  1. Women gained the right to vote
  2. vote and run for office
  3. apply, interview, prove that you can speak read and write in English, take civics test, speak an oath in english
  4. eliminated poll tax and eliminated literacy test
  5. first 10 amendments to the Constitution
  6. Permission to live and work in a country, usually the immigrant would intend on becoming a citizen
  7. a person that lives in the United States with specific rights and responsibilities
  8. Pay taxes, register for selective service, Serve on a jury, obey laws

15 Clues: vote and run for office • lowered the voting age to 18 • no illegal search and seizure • Women gained the right to vote • first 10 amendments to the Constitution • african american men given the right to vote • eliminated poll tax and eliminated literacy test • Bill of rights, voting, Life Liberty and Pursuit of Happiness • ...

Unit 5 Judicial Branch 2025-01-06

Unit 5 Judicial Branch crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the Supreme court has used the ______ clause to extend guarantees of the Bill of Rights to the states (8.5.
  2. property or injury, law suits, disputes between two parties (8.5.10)
  3. Protect the rights of ________ brought before the Court (8.5.2)
  4. supreme court declares laws and executive action __________ (8.5.
  5. courts try cases involving federal law and questions involving interpretation of the constitution (8.5.1)
  6. established by the case Marbury v. Madison (8.5.
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  1. type of jurisdiction that hears an appeal (8.5.3)
  2. where probable cause is reviewed and plea entered (8.5.11)
  3. felony, misdemeanor, plaintiff, prosecution, defendant (8.5.
  4. type of jurisdiction that grants a trial (8.5.3)
  5. main job of judicial branch (8.5.2)
  6. on Constitutional questions (8.5.2)

12 Clues: main job of judicial branch (8.5.2) • on Constitutional questions (8.5.2) • type of jurisdiction that grants a trial (8.5.3) • established by the case Marbury v. Madison (8.5. • type of jurisdiction that hears an appeal (8.5.3) • where probable cause is reviewed and plea entered (8.5.11) • felony, misdemeanor, plaintiff, prosecution, defendant (8.5. • ...

government vocabulary 2021-11-15

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

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

History 2024-12-17

History crossword puzzle
Across
  1. fathers
  2. plan
  3. branch
Down
  1. sovereignty
  2. branch
  3. of rights
  4. Jersey plan

7 Clues: plan • branch • branch • fathers • of rights • sovereignty • Jersey plan

Government - Coming to ‘Terms’ by Shane Kirby 2021-03-06

Government - Coming to ‘Terms’ by Shane Kirby 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. explains the purposes of the Constitution, and defines the powers of the new government as originating from the people of the United States
  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. supporters of the new Constitution who believed in a strong central government with limited government and checks and balances
  5. he government is not all powerful; its powers are limited, and the acts of the government are those willed by the people Constitution were written
  6. 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
  7. first ten amendments to the Constitution, added by the first Congress in 1791; protects the civil rights and liberties of the people
  8. 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
  9. 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
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  1. 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
  2. considered intelligent and decisive, he was a leading supporter of the Constitution and helped write the Federalist Papers
  3. government attempts to control all facets of the lives of its citizens
  4. “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
  5. type of democracy based on the protection of individual rights from the tyranny of the majority and on the consent of the governed to establish political authority
  6. the citizens have political authority and are bound by social contract to obey laws with their rights guaranteed by a constitution; citizens willingly subordinate their private, selfish interests to the common good
  7. french writer who introduced the idea of separation of powers and checks and balances to prevent one part of government from becoming too powerful

16 Clues: government attempts to control all facets of the lives of its citizens • considered intelligent and decisive, he was a leading supporter of the Constitution and helped write the Federalist Papers • supporters of the new Constitution who believed in a strong central government with limited government and checks and balances • ...

American Revolution 2013-12-08

American Revolution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. to not use a certain product
  2. military
  3. patriots ______ tea of the British ships
  4. Giving consent to a bill to make it valid
  5. supported the king
  6. Conventional ________ in 1787
  7. rights:the rights conceded to the states by the United States constitution
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  1. and Indian War: a war between the french and Indians
  2. having two branches
  3. of independence: declared independence
  4. didn't support the king
  5. Transfer a case to a higher court
  6. tax

13 Clues: tax • military • supported the king • having two branches • didn't support the king • to not use a certain product • Conventional ________ in 1787 • Transfer a case to a higher court • of independence: declared independence • patriots ______ tea of the British ships • Giving consent to a bill to make it valid • and Indian War: a war between the french and Indians • ...

Chapter 4 Vocabulary 2022-11-01

Chapter 4 Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This document was written in 1689 and gave average citizens more rights and said parliamentary elections should be held regularly
  2. This is when sponsors of an amendment gather signatures on a petition
  3. This is a feeling of love and devotion towards one's country
  4. This is a person that owes loyalty to a particular nation and is entitled to all its rights and protections
  5. This is a government in which one person or a small group holds complete authority
  6. This means that people have the right to alter or abolish their government
  7. This document was written in 1215 and said that even kings had to obey the law and that nobles have basic rights
  8. This is the willingness to work for the good of the nation or community even at great sacrifice.
  9. These are people that favored the Constitution and a strong federal government
  10. This is where the President rejects bills passed by Congress
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  1. This law set up a government for the territory west of the Appalachian Mountains, guaranteed basic rights to settlers, and outlawed slavery there
  2. This was the first American Constitution that created a loose alliance of 13 independent states
  3. This is when you complete the official legal process for becoming a citizen if you are born outside the United States
  4. This called for the legislature to have one house where all representation was equal no matter what a state's population was
  5. These are people that favored a bill of rights and a weak federal government
  6. This called for the legislature to have two houses and that representation is based on population
  7. This is when a citizen has the responsibility to serve on a jury when called
  8. This is when the House of Representatives brings charges of serious wrongdoing against the President
  9. This is a government in which citizens rule themselves through elected representatives
  10. This is a person that is not a citizen but lives in the country legally

20 Clues: This is a feeling of love and devotion towards one's country • This is where the President rejects bills passed by Congress • This is when sponsors of an amendment gather signatures on a petition • This is a person that is not a citizen but lives in the country legally • This means that people have the right to alter or abolish their government • ...

My Freedoms 2023-03-28

My Freedoms crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Able to act or do as one wishes; not under the control of another
  2. Laws that have been enacted
  3. The ability and right to express thoughts and feelings about ideas
  4. Carta A charter signed by King John under duress from his Barons in June 1215CE which established the principle that everyone is subject to the law guaranteeing the rights of individuals to justice and a fair trial
  5. A set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature and purpose of the universe
  6. of Rights A list of the fundamental rights of the citizens of a country
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  1. of Law The idea that every person is subject to the laws of the land regardless of their status; meaning that no one is above the law
  2. An organisation of people with a common purpose
  3. Changing locations or positions
  4. The power or right to act, speak or think as one wants without being constrained. Recognised today as one of the fundamental universal rights of humanity. Freedoms are what give people the ability to exercise their human rights
  5. A group of people gathered together in one place for a common purpose

11 Clues: Laws that have been enacted • Changing locations or positions • An organisation of people with a common purpose • Able to act or do as one wishes; not under the control of another • The ability and right to express thoughts and feelings about ideas • A group of people gathered together in one place for a common purpose • ...

Law 2022-02-22

Law crossword puzzle
Across
  1. act of British parliament that expanded Canada’s law making powers
  2. a written version of a proposed new law
  3. one level system of government
  4. two level system of government
  5. document that outlines how a country should be structured and how it should function
  6. administrative branch of government responsible for carrying out the government plans and policies
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  1. federal responsibility to make laws in areas not already assigned to the provinces
  2. basic individual rights that are protected by law
  3. branch of government with the power to make, edit and repeal laws
  4. a bill that has been successfully debated and voted into law

10 Clues: one level system of government • two level system of government • a written version of a proposed new law • basic individual rights that are protected by law • a bill that has been successfully debated and voted into law • branch of government with the power to make, edit and repeal laws • act of British parliament that expanded Canada’s law making powers • ...

JEFFERSON: TERMS 2022-02-17

JEFFERSON: TERMS crossword puzzle
Across
  1. JEFFERSON WAS ELECTED TO THE _____ CONGRESS
  2. THIS RIGHT WAS WITHDRAWN FROM AMERICAN FARMERS WHEN FRANCE TOOK OVER NEW ORLEANS
  3. A U.S. WARSHIP THAT WAS ATTACKED BY THE BRITISH IN 1807
  4. JEFFERSON CONTRIBUTED HIS OWN BOOKS TO THIS INSTITUTION
  5. JEFFERSON DRAFTED LEGISLATION FORBIDDING SLAVERY IN THIS AREA
  6. THE BILL OF ______ WAS INCLUDED IN THE CONSTITUTION AFTER ITS RATIFICATION
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  1. JEFFERSON'S HOME
  2. THIS DOCUMENT REPLACED THE ARTICLES OF CONFEDERATION
  3. THE COLONIAL CAPITAL OF VIRGINIA
  4. THIS MEAS REMOVING MEMBERS OF THE OPPOSITION PARTY FROM GOVERNMENT JOBS
  5. THE POLITICAL PARTY THAT OPPOSED JEFFERSON
  6. JEFFERSON HAS THIS LAW WHICH, LEVIED TAXES ON FARMERS, REPEALED
  7. JEFFERSON BELONGED TO THE ______-REPUBLICAN PARTY
  8. WE FOUGHT A WAR WITH THE PIRATE STATES HERE FROM 1801-1805
  9. JEFFERSON USED THIS TACTIC TO GET WARRING NATIONS TO RESPECT OUR RIGHTS ON THE SEAS

15 Clues: JEFFERSON'S HOME • THE COLONIAL CAPITAL OF VIRGINIA • THE POLITICAL PARTY THAT OPPOSED JEFFERSON • JEFFERSON WAS ELECTED TO THE _____ CONGRESS • JEFFERSON BELONGED TO THE ______-REPUBLICAN PARTY • THIS DOCUMENT REPLACED THE ARTICLES OF CONFEDERATION • A U.S. WARSHIP THAT WAS ATTACKED BY THE BRITISH IN 1807 • JEFFERSON CONTRIBUTED HIS OWN BOOKS TO THIS INSTITUTION • ...

Crossword Puzzle 2022-03-15

Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Judaism is a form of..
  2. plural of person
  3. amount of money owed for a statement of charges
  4. being accused of something
  5. things promised to us by the constitution
  6. an amount paid to free someone locked up
  7. something our fore fathers fought for
  8. a public annoucment/talk
  9. people of a city
  10. people who fight in the military
  11. argue for a position
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  1. princles and laws of the united states
  2. a written form or request
  3. Right to own a fire arm
  4. jury hears and will give a fair verdict
  5. put everything together
  6. "The _____ Bell"
  7. a criminal held after minimal delay
  8. a fight between two countries
  9. what you do to a button

20 Clues: plural of person • "The _____ Bell" • people of a city • argue for a position • Judaism is a form of.. • Right to own a fire arm • put everything together • what you do to a button • a public annoucment/talk • a written form or request • being accused of something • a fight between two countries • people who fight in the military • a criminal held after minimal delay • ...

Crossword Puzzle 2022-03-15

Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Judaism is a form of..
  2. plural of person
  3. amount of money owed for a statement of charges
  4. being accused of something
  5. things promised to us by the constitution
  6. an amount paid to free someone locked up
  7. something our fore fathers fought for
  8. a public annoucment/talk
  9. people of a city
  10. people who fight in the military
  11. argue for a position
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  1. princles and laws of the united states
  2. a written form or request
  3. Right to own a fire arm
  4. jury hears and will give a fair verdict
  5. put everything together
  6. "The _____ Bell"
  7. a criminal held after minimal delay
  8. a fight between two countries
  9. what you do to a button

20 Clues: plural of person • "The _____ Bell" • people of a city • argue for a position • Judaism is a form of.. • Right to own a fire arm • put everything together • what you do to a button • a public annoucment/talk • a written form or request • being accused of something • a fight between two countries • people who fight in the military • a criminal held after minimal delay • ...

Consumer Rights Class X 2025-06-02

Consumer Rights Class X crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A place where products are made
  2. A proof of buying something
  3. Not true
  4. Another word for reciept
  5. A person who consumes something
  6. The state of being safe
  7. Another name for blast
  8. Things used in a products
  9. Components that are related to electricity
  10. Creating artificial shortages
  11. Another name for products
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  1. A measure of a period
  2. Taking advantage of someone or a group of people
  3. A piece of information that tries to persuade people to buy something
  4. A person who makes something
  5. Another word for resolution
  6. A record of achievement
  7. What is morally good and fair
  8. Movement from one place to another
  9. Being alert
  10. A place where justice is provided

21 Clues: Not true • Being alert • A measure of a period • Another name for blast • The state of being safe • A record of achievement • Another word for reciept • Things used in a products • Another name for products • A proof of buying something • Another word for resolution • A person who makes something • What is morally good and fair • Creating artificial shortages • ...

Government vocabulary 2021-11-15

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

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

Government Vocabulary 2021-11-15

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

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

texas history 2023-05-18

texas history crossword puzzle
Across
  1. and balances the separation of power in the government
  2. Madison America's fourth president
  3. a minor change or action
  4. republican system of government
  5. preamble a preliminary or preparatory
  6. government one where legalized force is restricted
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  1. principle or system of government
  2. laws, considered collectively
  3. having the power
  4. of, by, or appropriate to the court or judge
  5. of powers act of vesting the legislative
  6. of Rights first ten amendments of the US Constitution

12 Clues: having the power • a minor change or action • laws, considered collectively • republican system of government • principle or system of government • Madison America's fourth president • of powers act of vesting the legislative • of, by, or appropriate to the court or judge • preamble a preliminary or preparatory • ...

Government vocabulary 2021-11-15

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

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

The Federal Convention 2013-01-07

The Federal Convention crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A legislature consisting of two houses
  2. William ____________ proposed the New Jersey Plan
  3. ________ Madison proposed the Virginia Plan
  4. The Articles of ________________ are a system of government the delegates are abolishing for the Constitution
  5. ________ Island is the only state that didn't send delegates
  6. The governing body of a nation or state
  7. The ________ compromise combined the New Jersey and Virginia Plans to make both sides happy
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  1. _____________ Franklin is the oldest delegate
  2. A document written in 1789 which describes in detail the US government
  3. Where the Federal Convention is being held
  4. Rules put into place by the government
  5. Representative for a state
  6. George ______________ is the president of the Federal Convention
  7. The ______ of Rights was a list of the people's rights, such as freedom of religion, speech, and press.
  8. The 3/5 ____________ that said 3 out of 5 slaves counted in the population

15 Clues: Representative for a state • A legislature consisting of two houses • Rules put into place by the government • The governing body of a nation or state • Where the Federal Convention is being held • ________ Madison proposed the Virginia Plan • _____________ Franklin is the oldest delegate • William ____________ proposed the New Jersey Plan • ...

Fundamental Principles and Early Documents 2022-08-24

Fundamental Principles and Early Documents crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The Virginia Statute of ____________ Freedom.
  2. This type of government is not all-powerful and may do only those things the people have given it the power to do.
  3. The Articles of _________ established the first national government.
  4. Citizens give authority to the government in exchange for the protection of their rights.
  5. A system of government where the people elect public officeholders to make laws on the people's behalf
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  1. The document that established for the first time the principle that everyone is subject to the law and gave Englishmen basic rights.
  2. Everyone, including government officials, must follow the law.
  3. This Virginia document served as a model for the Bill of Rights.
  4. The name of the papers given to the Virginia Company of London guaranteeing the colonists' rights.
  5. In a democratic system of government, the people rule.

10 Clues: The Virginia Statute of ____________ Freedom. • In a democratic system of government, the people rule. • Everyone, including government officials, must follow the law. • This Virginia document served as a model for the Bill of Rights. • The Articles of _________ established the first national government. • ...

Foundations of Government 2024-10-30

Foundations of Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This branch enforces laws;President
  2. This group supported a strong government
  3. Rule of Law;NO one is above the law. Constitution limits the government
  4. National and state governments share power
  5. This branch interprets laws;Supreme Court
  6. Plan supported by LARGE states
  7. Based on equal representation
  8. Powers of the state
  9. Representation based on population
  10. Protects your individual rights
  11. This compromise settles issues between LARGE and small states
  12. The government is divided into 3 branches
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  1. The people elect representatives to run the government
  2. Powers shared between the state and federal government
  3. Plan supported by small states
  4. Each branch is able to check the other to keep power balanced
  5. This group would not ratify the U.S. Constitution without a Bill of Rights
  6. Powers of the federal government
  7. This branch makes the laws;Congress
  8. Consent of the governed; the government gets its power from THE people
  9. We get this legislature from the Great Compromise
  10. For every 5 slaves, 3 are counted as 'free people' for taxation and representation

22 Clues: Powers of the state • Based on equal representation • Plan supported by small states • Plan supported by LARGE states • Protects your individual rights • Powers of the federal government • Representation based on population • This branch enforces laws;President • This branch makes the laws;Congress • This group supported a strong government • ...

Robert Joiner ch.9 2019-02-11

Robert Joiner ch.9 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. and balances system set up in the constitution where each branch of the government has some authority over the over
  2. action by which an executive rejects a bill submitted by a legislature to refuse to approve
  3. two houses of the legislative branched of government
  4. to officially approve a proposal
  5. convention a 1787 meeting in philadelphia during which the united stated constitution was written
  6. an agreement acceptable to both sides
  7. of rights a document listing essential freedoms guaranteed to all citizens
  8. written change, to a document
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  1. depression a period of time when business activity slows down and unemployment increases
  2. government in which people elect officials to represent them
  3. system of government in which power is distributed between national and state government
  4. branch the lawmaking branch of government
  5. a document presenting a plan of government
  6. of confederation a constitution drafted by congress on November 15,1777

14 Clues: written change, to a document • to officially approve a proposal • an agreement acceptable to both sides • branch the lawmaking branch of government • a document presenting a plan of government • two houses of the legislative branched of government • government in which people elect officials to represent them • ...

american history 2019-11-21

american history crossword puzzle
Across
  1. trade
  2. document
  3. shays
Down
  1. bill of rights
  2. depression
  3. ordinance of 1787

6 Clues: trade • shays • document • depression • bill of rights • ordinance of 1787

Constitutional Era 2023-05-10

Constitutional Era crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Wanted a Bill of Rights in Constitution
  2. United States' first attempt at creating a Constitution
  3. First 10 amendments
  4. Created to promote the new Constitution
  5. Constitutional Convention was held here
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  1. The beginning of the Constitution
  2. Created a bicameral legislature
  3. Supported a strong central government
  4. Father of the Consitution
  5. To change or add something

10 Clues: First 10 amendments • Father of the Consitution • To change or add something • Created a bicameral legislature • The beginning of the Constitution • Supported a strong central government • Wanted a Bill of Rights in Constitution • Created to promote the new Constitution • Constitutional Convention was held here • United States' first attempt at creating a Constitution

T11 2023-10-08

T11 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Mr. _________.
  2. James Madison was one author of the Bill of ______.
  3. To protect people when they share ________.
  4. It can be tempting to _______ others.
  5. You can use this to defend yourself. ______
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  1. Your right to express ________.
  2. “I said never go to the ______.”
  3. Freedom of ______ is always worth defending.
  4. He was the ________ president.
  5. _______ free speech.

10 Clues: Mr. _________. • _______ free speech. • He was the ________ president. • Your right to express ________. • “I said never go to the ______.” • It can be tempting to _______ others. • To protect people when they share ________. • You can use this to defend yourself. ______ • Freedom of ______ is always worth defending. • James Madison was one author of the Bill of ______.

Texas History Crossword 2023-05-18

Texas History Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. and balances the separation of power in the government
  2. Madison America's fourth president
  3. a minor change or action
  4. republican system of government
  5. preamble a preliminary or preparatory
  6. government one where legalized force is restricted
Down
  1. principle or system of government
  2. laws, considered collectively
  3. having the power
  4. of, by, or appropriate to the court or judge
  5. of powers act of vesting the legislative
  6. of Rights first ten amendments of the US Constitution

12 Clues: having the power • a minor change or action • laws, considered collectively • republican system of government • principle or system of government • Madison America's fourth president • of powers act of vesting the legislative • of, by, or appropriate to the court or judge • preamble a preliminary or preparatory • ...

Federalism 2016-11-10

Federalism crossword puzzle
Across
  1. powers that define the role of Congress
  2. first ten amendments to the Constitution
  3. head of the Executive branch
  4. the branch that determines if laws are fair
  5. writer of the Virginia Statute of Religious Freedom
  6. writer of the Constitution
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  1. powers written in the Constitution
  2. the branch that writes laws
  3. the supreme law of the United States
  4. the branch that carries out the laws
  5. levels of government
  6. small, dissenting groups
  7. writer of the Virginia Bill of Rights

13 Clues: levels of government • small, dissenting groups • writer of the Constitution • the branch that writes laws • head of the Executive branch • powers written in the Constitution • the supreme law of the United States • the branch that carries out the laws • writer of the Virginia Bill of Rights • powers that define the role of Congress • first ten amendments to the Constitution • ...

Unit 4: The Constitution & Bill of Rights Vocab 2022-02-25

Unit 4: The Constitution & Bill of Rights Vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. limits imposed on all branches of a government by vesting in each branch the right to amend or void those acts of another that fall within its purview.
  2. estricted with reference to governing powers by limitations prescribed in laws and in a constitution, as in limited monarchy; limited government.
  3. the doctrine that sovereign power is vested in the people and that those chosen to govern, as trustees of such power, must exercise it in conformity with the general will.
  4. the power or right vested in one branch of a government to cancel or postpone the decisions, enactments, etc., of another branch, especially the right of a president, governor, or other chief executive to reject bills passed by the legislature.
  5. (in Congress or a state legislature) the presentation of formal charges against a public official by the lower house, trial to be before the upper house.
  6. a political power that a constitution reserves exclusively to the jurisdiction of a particular political authority.
  7. the separate judicial opinion of an appellate judge who disagreed with the majority’s decision explaining the disagreement.
  8. the branch of government charged with the interpretation of laws and the administration of justice; the judiciary.
  9. powers which are shared by both the federal government and state governments. This includes the power to tax, build roads, and create lower courts.
  10. a statement in the U.S. Constitution (Article I, Section 8) granting Congress the power to pass all laws necessary and proper for carrying out the enumerated list of powers.
  11. a veto of a bill brought about by the president's failure to sign it within ten days of the adjournment of Congress.
  12. not constitutional; unauthorized by or inconsistent with the constitution, as of a country.
  13. a distinct often numbered section of a writing
  14. political powers granted to the United States government that aren’t explicitly stated in the Constitution. They’re implied to be granted because similar powers have set a precedent. These implied powers are necessary for the function of any given governing body.
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  1. a judicial opinion that is joined by more than half the judges deciding a case.
  2. a permanent committee, as of a legislature, society, etc., intended to consider all matters pertaining to a designated subject.
  3. the principle or system of vesting in separate branches the executive, legislative, and judicial powers of a government.
  4. the branch of government having the power to make laws; the legislature.
  5. the principles of constitutional government or adherence to them.
  6. the power of a court to adjudicate the constitutionality of the laws of a government or the acts of a government official.
  7. advocacy of the federal system of government.
  8. A federal court; the highest body in the judicial branch. Composed of a chief justice and eight associate justices, all of whom are appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate. They serve on the Court as long as they choose, subject only to impeachment.
  9. the branch of government charged with the execution and enforcement of laws and policies and the administration of public affairs; the executive.
  10. powers not explicitly specified in the Constitution that enable the government to take actions necessary to efficiently perform essential duties. Both the President of the United States and Congress exercise inherent powers.
  11. the use of irregular or obstructive tactics by a member of a legislative assembly to prevent the adoption of a measure generally favored or to force a decision against the will of the majority.
  12. specifically granted to the federal government in Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution. This includes the power to coin money, to regulate commerce, to declare war, to raise and maintain armed forces, and to establish a Post Office. In all, the Constitution delegates 27 powers specifically to the federal government.
  13. the principle that all people and institutions are subject to and accountable to law that is fairly applied and enforced; the principle of government by law.
  14. a temporary, ad hoc panel composed of House and Senate conferees formed for the purpose of reconciling differences in legislation that has passed both chambers.
  15. the introductory statement of the U.S. Constitution, setting forth the general principles of American government and beginning with the words, “We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union. …”
  16. the act of amending or the state of being amended; an alteration of or addition to a motion, bill, constitution, etc.

30 Clues: advocacy of the federal system of government. • a distinct often numbered section of a writing • the principles of constitutional government or adherence to them. • the branch of government having the power to make laws; the legislature. • a judicial opinion that is joined by more than half the judges deciding a case. • ...

Ethan Hartman James Madison 2018-02-15

Ethan Hartman James Madison crossword puzzle
Across
  1. I was the ______ U.S. President
  2. I sponsored the _______ of Rights
  3. Started the ______ and Republican Parties
  4. he had ______ siblings
  5. He was appointed a _______ in the Revolutionary War
  6. The year he was born
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  1. Where he was born
  2. lifelong friend wrote the Declaration of Independence
  3. Father of the ________
  4. I died in ______ County Virginia Hint a color

10 Clues: Where he was born • The year he was born • Father of the ________ • he had ______ siblings • I was the ______ U.S. President • I sponsored the _______ of Rights • Started the ______ and Republican Parties • I died in ______ County Virginia Hint a color • He was appointed a _______ in the Revolutionary War • lifelong friend wrote the Declaration of Independence

Bill of Rights and US Constitution Crossword Puzzle 2024-12-16

Bill of Rights and US Constitution Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. The right to remain silent is part of this amendment
  2. The principle that government gets its power from the people
  3. The amendment that protects freedom of speech, press, religion, and assembly
  4. Freedom to practice any religion or no religion at all
  5. The right to bear arms is protected by this amendment
  6. The group of people who officially elect the president
  7. The system that keeps any one branch of government from becoming too powerful
  8. The first ten amendments to the Constitution
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  1. The introduction to the Constitution
  2. The document that outlines the rules for the government of the United States
  3. The amendment that gave women the right to vote
  4. The amendment that protects against unreasonable searches and seizures
  5. The branch of government that makes the laws
  6. The branch of government responsible for interpreting the laws
  7. The branch of government that enforces the laws
  8. A change or addition to the Constitution
  9. The power of courts to declare laws unconstitutional
  10. Protection against being tried twice for the same crime
  11. The right to a fair and speedy trial is guaranteed by this amendment
  12. The number of U.S. Senators each state has

20 Clues: The introduction to the Constitution • A change or addition to the Constitution • The number of U.S. Senators each state has • The branch of government that makes the laws • The first ten amendments to the Constitution • The amendment that gave women the right to vote • The branch of government that enforces the laws • ...

The Constitutional Convention 2021-02-24

The Constitutional Convention crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a written plan of government
  2. said that enslaved people would be counted as 3/5 of a freed person
  3. powers, privileges, or freedoms given to people
  4. a person or group acting on behalf of another person or group
  5. the ___ of confederation was the first constitution of the USA
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  1. House of congress with equal number of representatives per state
  2. the people who believed the Constitution needed a Bill of Rights added
  3. to approve or confirm
  4. the number of people in House of Representation is based on the ___ of each state
  5. the people of the US government who make laws
  6. the people who supported the Constitution

11 Clues: to approve or confirm • a written plan of government • the people who supported the Constitution • the people of the US government who make laws • powers, privileges, or freedoms given to people • a person or group acting on behalf of another person or group • the ___ of confederation was the first constitution of the USA • ...

Unit 1.1 Terms 2024-09-04

Unit 1.1 Terms crossword puzzle
Across
  1. to charge someone in office with wrong doing
  2. an amendment guaranteed equality under the law for all citizens
  3. Lincoln's vice president
  4. these rights were supposed to overturn the black codes
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  1. people that did not want full rights for african americans
  2. forbids any state from denying suffrage on the grounds of race or color
  3. a bereau that was made to provide food, clothing, health care, and education for African American refugees
  4. laws that sought to limit the rights of Americans and keep them as landless workers
  5. a reconstruction bill passed by congress in 1864
  6. the period where the US rebuilt the constitution

10 Clues: Lincoln's vice president • to charge someone in office with wrong doing • a reconstruction bill passed by congress in 1864 • the period where the US rebuilt the constitution • these rights were supposed to overturn the black codes • people that did not want full rights for african americans • an amendment guaranteed equality under the law for all citizens • ...

Tuttle Twins Season 01 Episode 11 2023-08-23

Tuttle Twins Season 01 Episode 11 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. You can use this to defend yourself. ______
  2. _______ free speech.
  3. James Madison was one author of the Bill of ______.
  4. It can be tempting to _______ others.
  5. Freedom of ______ is always worth defending.
  6. “I said never go to the ______.”
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  1. Your right to express ________.
  2. To protect people when they share ________.
  3. He was the ________ president.
  4. Mr. _________.

10 Clues: Mr. _________. • _______ free speech. • He was the ________ president. • Your right to express ________. • “I said never go to the ______.” • It can be tempting to _______ others. • You can use this to defend yourself. ______ • To protect people when they share ________. • Freedom of ______ is always worth defending. • James Madison was one author of the Bill of ______.

Celebrating Freedom Week Crossword Puzzle 2024-09-18

Celebrating Freedom Week Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. The formal approval process of the Constitution by the states.
  2. A form of government in which representatives are elected by the people.
  3. The introductory statement of the Constitution outlining its purposes.
  4. supporters of a strong national government
  5. the document that outlines the framework of the U.S
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  1. of rights The first ten amendments to the Constitution, guaranteeing individual rights.
  2. ones who opposed the ratification of the constitution
  3. The authority of a state to govern itself or another state.
  4. the main author of the declaration of independance
  5. A formal change or addition to the Constitution.
  6. The individuals who wrote and shaped the Constitution.

11 Clues: supporters of a strong national government • A formal change or addition to the Constitution. • the main author of the declaration of independance • the document that outlines the framework of the U.S • ones who opposed the ratification of the constitution • The individuals who wrote and shaped the Constitution. • ...

Building a Nation 2014-12-03

Building a Nation crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Faire/ practice of not getting in others personal lives
  2. Pinckney's Treaty signed by Spain allowed exploration of...
  3. Act/Made exporting illegal from the US
  4. of Rights/ formal statement of the fundamentals rights of united States
  5. Treaty/trade relations
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  1. the country the Louisiana Purchase was from...
  2. Rebellion/revolt against the tax on liquor
  3. vs Maryland/ established that the court has the right to an act of congress if it unconstitutional
  4. Marshall/his court opinions helped inspire the constitutional law

9 Clues: Treaty/trade relations • Act/Made exporting illegal from the US • Rebellion/revolt against the tax on liquor • the country the Louisiana Purchase was from... • Faire/ practice of not getting in others personal lives • Pinckney's Treaty signed by Spain allowed exploration of... • Marshall/his court opinions helped inspire the constitutional law • ...

Building a Nation 2014-12-03

Building a Nation crossword puzzle
Across
  1. of Rights/ formal statement of the fundamentals rights of united States
  2. Treaty/trade relations
  3. Pinckney's Treaty signed by Spain allowed exploration of...
  4. Act/Made exporting illegal from the US
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  1. the country the Louisiana Purchase was from...
  2. Faire/ practice of not getting in others personal lives
  3. Marshall/his court opinions helped inspire the constitutional law
  4. Rebellion/revolt against the tax on liquor
  5. vs Maryland/ established that the court has the right to an act of congress if it unconstitutional

9 Clues: Treaty/trade relations • Act/Made exporting illegal from the US • Rebellion/revolt against the tax on liquor • the country the Louisiana Purchase was from... • Faire/ practice of not getting in others personal lives • Pinckney's Treaty signed by Spain allowed exploration of... • Marshall/his court opinions helped inspire the constitutional law • ...

Civil War Crossword 2023-03-06

Civil War Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. by a popular vote in June of 1866
  2. A tax planed on imported or exported goods:
  3. These...along with shortage of basic supplies made life difficult at home.
  4. Trying to enforce the blockade Union forces occupied?
  5. To date, the Constitution had been amended about 400?
  6. Texas did not suffer the?
  7. Their goals were to restore democratic control of the South and to keep former slaves powerless
  8. Arose between people who supported the Confederacy.
  9. rights rights belonging to all citizens
  10. On 4/15/1865 Abraham Lincoln?
  11. refusal by a head of government to sign a bill passed by the legislature:
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  1. after the war Texas still felt and had multiple affects of the...
  2. action to stop transportation of goods or people into or out of an area:
  3. Major General David E. Twiggs was asked ton surrender the troops and?
  4. A person who punishes criminals or takes control without authority to do so:
  5. refugees
  6. A series of amendments that was
  7. Texans voted in great numbers for?
  8. Soon after Lincoln was elected South Carolina was first to?
  9. A U.S...reduced the sale of farm products, and etc.

20 Clues: refugees • Texas did not suffer the? • On 4/15/1865 Abraham Lincoln? • A series of amendments that was • by a popular vote in June of 1866 • Texans voted in great numbers for? • rights rights belonging to all citizens • A tax planed on imported or exported goods: • Arose between people who supported the Confederacy. • A U.S...reduced the sale of farm products, and etc. • ...

American Revolution 2013-12-08

American Revolution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. military
  2. Giving consent to a bill to make it valid
  3. supported the king
  4. Conventional ________ in 1787
  5. rights:the rights conceded to the states by the United States constitution
  6. and Indian War: a war between the french and Indians
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  1. patriots ______ tea of the British ships
  2. tax
  3. having two branches
  4. of independence: declared independence
  5. didn't support the king
  6. to not use a certain product
  7. Transfer a case to a higher court

13 Clues: tax • military • supported the king • having two branches • didn't support the king • to not use a certain product • Conventional ________ in 1787 • Transfer a case to a higher court • of independence: declared independence • patriots ______ tea of the British ships • Giving consent to a bill to make it valid • and Indian War: a war between the french and Indians • ...

texas history 2023-05-18

texas history crossword puzzle
Across
  1. and balances the separation of power in the government
  2. Madison America's fourth president
  3. a minor change or action
  4. republican system of government
  5. preamble a preliminary or preparatory
  6. government one where legalized force is restricted
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  1. principle or system of government
  2. laws, considered collectively
  3. having the power
  4. of, by, or appropriate to the court or judge
  5. of powers act of vesting the legislative
  6. of Rights first ten amendments of the US Constitution

12 Clues: having the power • a minor change or action • laws, considered collectively • republican system of government • principle or system of government • Madison America's fourth president • of powers act of vesting the legislative • of, by, or appropriate to the court or judge • preamble a preliminary or preparatory • ...

Missouri Constitution Crossword Puzzle 2024-03-01

Missouri Constitution Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Highest state court
  2. Branch of government that reviews laws
  3. Source of Political Power
  4. each __ is considered twice
  5. Senators and Representatives are elected from __
  6. Constitutions Missouri has had
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  1. Representation in the General Assembly is based on what
  2. Missouri law requires the budget to be __ each year
  3. Sections in the Bill of Rights
  4. Missouri was the __ state
  5. How many elected officers in Executive Branch
  6. Two-house legislature
  7. Vote than can keep or remove judges from bench
  8. Power of the governor
  9. __ governments gain power from Missouri constitution
  10. Laws are made how many ways in missouri

16 Clues: Highest state court • Two-house legislature • Power of the governor • Missouri was the __ state • Source of Political Power • each __ is considered twice • Sections in the Bill of Rights • Constitutions Missouri has had • Branch of government that reviews laws • Laws are made how many ways in missouri • How many elected officers in Executive Branch • ...

The Federal Convention 2013-01-07

The Federal Convention crossword puzzle
Across
  1. _____________ Franklin is the oldest delegate
  2. The Articles of ________________ are a system of government the delegates are abolishing for the Constitution
  3. Rules put into place by the government
  4. William ____________ proposed the New Jersey Plan
  5. ________ Island is the only state that didn't send delegates
  6. The governing body of a nation or state
  7. Where the Federal Convention is being held
  8. The ________ compromise combined the New Jersey and Virginia Plans to make both sides happy
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  1. A legislature consisting of two houses
  2. ________ Madison proposed the Virginia Plan
  3. Representative for a state
  4. The 3/5 ____________ that said 3 out of 5 slaves counted in the population
  5. A document written in 1789 which describes in detail the US government
  6. George ______________ is the president of the Federal Convention
  7. The ______ of Rights was a list of the people's rights, such as freedom of religion, speech, and press.

15 Clues: Representative for a state • A legislature consisting of two houses • Rules put into place by the government • The governing body of a nation or state • Where the Federal Convention is being held • ________ Madison proposed the Virginia Plan • _____________ Franklin is the oldest delegate • William ____________ proposed the New Jersey Plan • ...

Rule of Law, Principle that everyone is subject to the law including lawmakers themselves. Monarchy, A form of government ruled by a king or queen. Due Process, Legal principle ensuring fair treatment through the judicial system. Oligarchy, Government c 2025-04-10

Rule of Law, Principle that everyone is subject to the law including lawmakers themselves. Monarchy, A form of government ruled by a king or queen. Due Process, Legal principle ensuring fair treatment through the judicial system. Oligarchy, Government c crossword puzzle
Across
  1. of Rights, First ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution.
  2. Madison, Founding Father and principal author of the U.S. Constitution.
  3. Locke Philosopher known for his theories on natural rights and liberalism.
  4. Corpus, Legal writ requiring a detained person to be brought before a court.
  5. Members of Congress who represent constituents.
  6. Smith, Economist famous for "The Wealth of Nations”.
  7. Formal expression of disproval.
  8. A legislative body often the upper chamber in a government.
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  1. Government controlled by a small group of people.
  2. Post Facto, A law applied retroactively affecting actions that were legal when committed.
  3. A form of government ruled by a king or queen.
  4. of Attainder, Legislative acts declaring a person guilty without a trial.
  5. of Law, Principle that everyone is subject to the law including lawmakers themselves.
  6. Process, Legal principle ensuring fair treatment through the judicial system.
  7. House, The higher chamber in a bicameral legislature.

15 Clues: Formal expression of disproval. • A form of government ruled by a king or queen. • Members of Congress who represent constituents. • Government controlled by a small group of people. • Smith, Economist famous for "The Wealth of Nations”. • House, The higher chamber in a bicameral legislature. • of Rights, First ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution. • ...

Unit 4 Government 2023-11-09

Unit 4 Government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. process for adding states
  2. father of the Constitution
  3. principle gained from the English Bill of Rights
  4. agreement creating our bicameral legislature
  5. first ten amendments to the Constitution
  6. first U.S. Constitution
  7. principle of government that gives Representatives
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  1. French thinker gave us Separation of Powers
  2. government with president, supreme court and bicameral legislature based on population
  3. meeting to fix Articles of Confederation
  4. showed weakness of Articles of Confederation
  5. allowed states to count 3/5 of slaves for representation
  6. 1215 document establishing Limited Government

13 Clues: first U.S. Constitution • process for adding states • father of the Constitution • meeting to fix Articles of Confederation • first ten amendments to the Constitution • French thinker gave us Separation of Powers • showed weakness of Articles of Confederation • agreement creating our bicameral legislature • 1215 document establishing Limited Government • ...

IA 2025-05-14

IA crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Alliance of various interest groups and individuals united to promote a common cause.
  2. Legal principle of determining points in litigation according to precedent.
  3. Process by which individuals acquire political beliefs and values.
  4. Stable relationship among agencies, interest groups, and congressional committees.
  5. Legal protections against discrimination ensuring equal treatment.
  6. Presidential power to indirectly veto a bill by not signing it before Congress adjourns.
  7. System dividing power between national and state governments.
  8. Government action prohibiting speech or publication before it occurs.
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  1. Belief in minimal government intervention in personal and economic matters.
  2. Ideology favoring government action to achieve social equality.
  3. Political philosophy advocating limited government and traditional values.
  4. Power of courts to assess constitutionality of legislative acts.
  5. Organization that collects funds to support political candidates or legislation.
  6. Senate procedure to end a filibuster with a majority vote.
  7. Theory that policy results from competition among diverse interest groups.
  8. Doctrine applying Bill of Rights protections to states via the Fourteenth Amendment.
  9. Manipulating electoral district boundaries to favor a particular party.
  10. Legislative structure consisting of two separate chambers.
  11. Principle asserting that governmental power derives from the people.
  12. Fundamental freedoms protected from government interference.

20 Clues: Senate procedure to end a filibuster with a majority vote. • Legislative structure consisting of two separate chambers. • Fundamental freedoms protected from government interference. • System dividing power between national and state governments. • Ideology favoring government action to achieve social equality. • ...

U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights CROSSWORD 2022-02-10

U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights CROSSWORD crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Freedom of speech and religion
  2. 3rd Principle
  3. 2nd Principle
  4. No quartering troops
  5. Right to bear arms
Down
  1. No cruel or unusual punishments
  2. 7th Principle
  3. Right of trial by jury shall be preserved
  4. 4th Principle
  5. 6th Principle
  6. 5th Principle
  7. No unreasonable Searches or Seizures
  8. 1st Principle
  9. Right to speedy trial
  10. Right to be silent

15 Clues: 7th Principle • 4th Principle • 6th Principle • 5th Principle • 1st Principle • 3rd Principle • 2nd Principle • Right to be silent • Right to bear arms • No quartering troops • Right to speedy trial • Freedom of speech and religion • No cruel or unusual punishments • No unreasonable Searches or Seizures • Right of trial by jury shall be preserved

American History Crossword puzzle - Bill of Rights 2022-09-26

American History Crossword puzzle - Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This branch is the commander in chief of the armed forces
  2. this branch can impeach judges
  3. the first amendment
  4. The First 10 amendments of the US Constitution
  5. 15th amendment gives the right to _____ to anyone
  6. The president's ability to refuse a bill
  7. Protection from ____ and unsusal punishment
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  1. Can pardon criminals
  2. 10th amendment gives _____ powers to states
  3. This branch can decleare laws unconstitutional
  4. the second amendment
  5. 18th amendment banned what
  6. Eligibility for what requires you to be at least 25 and living in the state you represent
  7. What did the 13th amendment abolish
  8. The 19th amendment guaranteed who the right to vote

15 Clues: the first amendment • Can pardon criminals • the second amendment • 18th amendment banned what • this branch can impeach judges • What did the 13th amendment abolish • The president's ability to refuse a bill • 10th amendment gives _____ powers to states • Protection from ____ and unsusal punishment • This branch can decleare laws unconstitutional • ...

American History Crossword puzzle - Bill of Rights 2022-09-26

American History Crossword puzzle - Bill of Rights crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the first amendment
  2. This branch can decleare laws unconstitutional
  3. This branch is the commander in chief of the armed forces
  4. 18th amendment banned what
  5. 15th amendment gives the right to _____ to anyone
  6. 10th amendment gives _____ powers to states
  7. The First 10 amendments of the US Constitution
  8. Protection from ____ and unsusal punishment
  9. Can pardon criminals
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  1. The 19th amendment guaranteed who the right to vote
  2. this branch can impeach judges
  3. the second amendment
  4. What did the 13th amendment abolish
  5. Eligibility for what requires you to be at least 25 and living in the state you represent
  6. The president's ability to refuse a bill

15 Clues: the first amendment • the second amendment • Can pardon criminals • 18th amendment banned what • this branch can impeach judges • What did the 13th amendment abolish • The president's ability to refuse a bill • 10th amendment gives _____ powers to states • Protection from ____ and unsusal punishment • This branch can decleare laws unconstitutional • ...

bill of rights by mason and preston 2022-05-12

bill of rights by mason and preston crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a person who practices or studies law; an attorney or a counselor.
  2. a punishment that isn't to harsh
  3. the right to a fair trial
  4. having a negative judgment or opinion without knowledge of the facts.
  5. a group of citizens who decide the outcome of a trial.
  6. a statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something
  7. the temporary release of an accused person awaiting trial, sometimes on condition that a sum of money be lodged to guarantee their appearance in court.
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  1. a military force that is raised from the civil population.
  2. being free within society
  3. a tribunal presided over by a judge, judges, or a magistrate in civil and criminal cases.
  4. allows you to search private property.
  5. approved to have made a written document official by signing it.
  6. the second amendment allows you to keep these
  7. This means a fair and public hearing, within a reasonable time, by an independent and impartial court.
  8. taking away property by force

15 Clues: being free within society • the right to a fair trial • taking away property by force • a punishment that isn't to harsh • allows you to search private property. • the second amendment allows you to keep these • a group of citizens who decide the outcome of a trial. • a military force that is raised from the civil population. • ...

bill of rights by abby and Joseph 2023-12-19

bill of rights by abby and Joseph crossword puzzle
Across
  1. shows a trate through more than one genrashon
  2. doble strand of geetic code
  3. making RNA from DNA
  4. coping orgnisms
  5. half strand of DNA
  6. empleting set of DNA
  7. strand of code made in nuclus
  8. decoding RNA into dna
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  1. copy dna
  2. DNA of 2 or more species
  3. picking trats
  4. changing DNA
  5. attaches amnio acids
  6. ribasone reads RNA
  7. acintal change in DNA

15 Clues: copy dna • changing DNA • picking trats • coping orgnisms • half strand of DNA • ribasone reads RNA • making RNA from DNA • attaches amnio acids • empleting set of DNA • acintal change in DNA • decoding RNA into dna • DNA of 2 or more species • doble strand of geetic code • strand of code made in nuclus • shows a trate through more than one genrashon

The Bill of Rights Crossword 2022-01-19

The Bill of Rights Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. to put someone on trial for the same crime more than once
  2. makes up the bill of rights
  3. the government must follow clear rules as it carries out law
  4. giving testimony that can be used against you
Down
  1. I wrote the bill of rights
  2. I am a combination of 5 basic freedoms, people consider these basic freedoms to be the most important

6 Clues: I wrote the bill of rights • makes up the bill of rights • giving testimony that can be used against you • to put someone on trial for the same crime more than once • the government must follow clear rules as it carries out law • I am a combination of 5 basic freedoms, people consider these basic freedoms to be the most important

Civil Liberties 2019-11-21

Civil Liberties crossword puzzle
Across
  1. exercise clause, which guarantees each person the right to hold any religious beliefs they choose
  2. the crime of making war against the United States or giving “aid and comfort” to its enemies
  3. process The 14th amendment forbids the states to deprive anyone of life, liberty, or property without
  4. a printed defamatory statement
  5. doctrine to justify merging much of the Bill of Rights with the Fourteenth Amendment
  6. a legal term for speech or actions that inspire revolt against the government
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  1. restraint or government action that seeks to prevent materials from being published
  2. speech the communication of ideas through symbols and actions is protected by the first amendment
  3. clause the government cannot establish an official religion or support one religion over another
  4. a spoken defamatory statement
  5. of assembly and petition allow Americans to meet and share ideas
  6. rights are rights of fair and equal status and treatment and the right to participate in government

12 Clues: a spoken defamatory statement • a printed defamatory statement • of assembly and petition allow Americans to meet and share ideas • a legal term for speech or actions that inspire revolt against the government • restraint or government action that seeks to prevent materials from being published • ...

Civil War Crossword 2023-03-06

Civil War Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. by a popular vote in June of 1866
  2. A tax planed on imported or exported goods:
  3. These...along with shortage of basic supplies made life difficult at home.
  4. Trying to enforce the blockade Union forces occupied?
  5. To date, the Constitution had been amended about 400?
  6. Texas did not suffer the?
  7. Their goals were to restore democratic control of the South and to keep former slaves powerless
  8. Arose between people who supported the Confederacy.
  9. rights rights belonging to all citizens
  10. On 4/15/1865 Abraham Lincoln?
  11. refusal by a head of government to sign a bill passed by the legislature:
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  1. after the war Texas still felt and had multiple affects of the...
  2. action to stop transportation of goods or people into or out of an area:
  3. Major General David E. Twiggs was asked ton surrender the troops and?
  4. A person who punishes criminals or takes control without authority to do so:
  5. refugees
  6. A series of amendments that was
  7. Texans voted in great numbers for?
  8. Soon after Lincoln was elected South Carolina was first to?
  9. A U.S...reduced the sale of farm products, and etc.

20 Clues: refugees • Texas did not suffer the? • On 4/15/1865 Abraham Lincoln? • A series of amendments that was • by a popular vote in June of 1866 • Texans voted in great numbers for? • rights rights belonging to all citizens • A tax planed on imported or exported goods: • Arose between people who supported the Confederacy. • A U.S...reduced the sale of farm products, and etc. • ...

government 2021-01-14

government crossword puzzle
Across
  1. 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
  2. king/queen controls all aspects of life
  3. reached in writing the Constitution to satisfy both small and large states by having one house of Congress with an equal number of representatives for each state and the other house’s membership determined by a state’s population
  4. a 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
  5. power is held at the national level, with very little power being held in political subdivisions, such as provinces, states, counties, parishes, or tow
  6. 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
  7. belief that monarchs were chosen by God; gave the monarch unlimited authority
  8. “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
  9. considered intelligent and decisive, he was a leading supporter of the Constitution and helped write the Federalist Papers
  10. 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
  11. the distribution of power between the national government and the states within a union
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  1. division of the powers in our government among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches; no one branch has too much power
  2. 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
  3. French writer who introduced the idea of separation of powers and checks and balances to prevent one part of government from becoming too powerful
  4. believed in natural rights- life, liberty and property; strongest influence on Thomas Jefferson, who wrote natural rights into the Declaration of Independence
  5. first ten amendments to the Constitution, added by the first Congress in 1791; protects the civil rights and liberties of the people

16 Clues: king/queen controls all aspects of life • 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 • ...

Bill's 70th Birthday 2024-04-20

Bill's 70th Birthday crossword puzzle
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  1. Bill's wardrobe is not subtle in revealing this favorite team
  2. Bill trying to be the best at this sport is par for the course.
  3. Ivy at Wrigley was followed by ivy at this place
  4. Bill would eat anything made with this
  5. Bill was the best this, and we rest our case
  6. Where Bill's roots are
  7. Retirement finally released Bill from their tyranny
  8. The place in Dave's house where Bill became Hull
  9. Bill's place for sun, sand and fun!
  10. Bill beats even Carmen Sandiego in these (2 words)
  11. Bill's bathroom companion for decades (2 words)
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  1. Bill honed this skill to light up kids' lives
  2. Did Bill really go all the way here with Larry, just for pizza?
  3. Bill would get lost on trips without their help (2 words)
  4. Bill hit the trifecta with them (3 words)
  5. Bill's favorite travel buddies (2 words)
  6. A byproduct of sibling fun with this guy: Bill learned self-defense
  7. When a tissue just isn't enough (2 words)
  8. This great woman sure loved her Billy!
  9. Caryn, for obvious reasons
  10. This great man "accounts" for Bill's numbers gene

21 Clues: Where Bill's roots are • Caryn, for obvious reasons • Bill's place for sun, sand and fun! • Bill would eat anything made with this • This great woman sure loved her Billy! • Bill's favorite travel buddies (2 words) • Bill hit the trifecta with them (3 words) • When a tissue just isn't enough (2 words) • Bill was the best this, and we rest our case • ...

bill of rights by abby and Joseph 2023-12-19

bill of rights by abby and Joseph crossword puzzle
Across
  1. shows a trate through more than one genrashon
  2. doble strand of geetic code
  3. making RNA from DNA
  4. coping orgnisms
  5. half strand of DNA
  6. empleting set of DNA
  7. strand of code made in nuclus
  8. decoding RNA into dna
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  1. copy dna
  2. DNA of 2 or more species
  3. picking trats
  4. changing DNA
  5. attaches amnio acids
  6. ribasone reads RNA
  7. acintal change in DNA

15 Clues: copy dna • changing DNA • picking trats • coping orgnisms • half strand of DNA • ribasone reads RNA • making RNA from DNA • attaches amnio acids • empleting set of DNA • acintal change in DNA • decoding RNA into dna • DNA of 2 or more species • doble strand of geetic code • strand of code made in nuclus • shows a trate through more than one genrashon

bill of rights by abby and Joseph 2024-02-01

bill of rights by abby and Joseph crossword puzzle
Across
  1. musle found house
  2. bode regulates its self
  3. organs worcks togher
  4. holds bones to bones
  5. cant controle
  6. suports and porctects
  7. conects to spine
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  1. holds musles to bone
  2. cells worcks together
  3. tipe of musle found in organs
  4. tipe of musle attachet to bone
  5. can controle
  6. tishus worcks together
  7. dose dose not conect to spine
  8. attached to bone

15 Clues: can controle • cant controle • attached to bone • conects to spine • musle found house • holds musles to bone • organs worcks togher • holds bones to bones • cells worcks together • suports and porctects • tishus worcks together • bode regulates its self • tipe of musle found in organs • dose dose not conect to spine • tipe of musle attachet to bone

bill of rights by abby and Joseph 2024-02-01

bill of rights by abby and Joseph crossword puzzle
Across
  1. musle found house
  2. bode regulates its self
  3. organs worcks togher
  4. holds bones to bones
  5. cant controle
  6. suports and porctects
  7. conects to spine
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  1. holds musles to bone
  2. cells worcks together
  3. tipe of musle found in organs
  4. tipe of musle attachet to bone
  5. can controle
  6. tishus worcks together
  7. dose dose not conect to spine
  8. attached to bone

15 Clues: can controle • cant controle • attached to bone • conects to spine • musle found house • holds musles to bone • organs worcks togher • holds bones to bones • cells worcks together • suports and porctects • tishus worcks together • bode regulates its self • tipe of musle found in organs • dose dose not conect to spine • tipe of musle attachet to bone

The Bill of Rights By WP 8.1 2023-03-13

The Bill of Rights By WP 8.1 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The eighth amendment states that someone cannot receive _____ bail, or cruel and unjust punishment.
  2. The first amendment states that we are able to praise what we want, called the freedom of ________.
  3. The second amendment right to bear _____.
  4. The ninth amendment states that even if they are not directly stated, people have more ______.
  5. the sixth amendment states that criminals have the right to ______ trials.
  6. The fourth amendment states that the government cannot unreasonably search and/or _______ you.
  7. The third amendment states that you cannot be forced to take in ________.
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  1. The seventh amendment states that people have the right to a jury in ______ cases.
  2. Someone cannot be tried for the same crime twice, double ______.
  3. You are allowed to say whatever you want with the freedom of _____.
  4. The tenth amendment states that the federal government only has as much power as is written in the __________.
  5. The first amendment right to gather in a large group is called _____.
  6. The freedom to write out or put whatever you want into words on a material, such as paper, is called freedom of the ______.
  7. The fifth amendment states that serious criminal cases must be started by a grand _____.
  8. The ______ amendment states that people have the right against self-incrimination, or the right to remain silent.

15 Clues: The second amendment right to bear _____. • Someone cannot be tried for the same crime twice, double ______. • You are allowed to say whatever you want with the freedom of _____. • The first amendment right to gather in a large group is called _____. • The third amendment states that you cannot be forced to take in ________. • ...

History 2017-09-28

History crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Restricts freedom for African Americans
  2. Traitors to upper class southerners
  3. 10 percent of the states voting population
  4. divides South into five military territories
  5. Land rented by farmers
  6. freed slaves
  7. Northern business man in the south
  8. secret society who used violent tactics
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  1. Works in return for land
  2. Gave rights to people who took an oath
  3. helps southerners disturbed by the Civil War
  4. charges federal officials of a crime
  5. prevents bill from passing
  6. requires majority of states voting population
  7. right to vote can not be denied

15 Clues: freed slaves • Land rented by farmers • Works in return for land • prevents bill from passing • right to vote can not be denied • Northern business man in the south • Traitors to upper class southerners • charges federal officials of a crime • Gave rights to people who took an oath • Restricts freedom for African Americans • secret society who used violent tactics • ...

American Presidents 2024-03-21

American Presidents crossword puzzle
Across
  1. once a peanut farmer
  2. the name of the scandal Nixon was impeached and resigned over
  3. this president helped investigate the JFK case
  4. this president was in charge when Pearl Harbor was attacked
  5. known as the "Father of the Constitution" and against the Bill of Rights
  6. this president shares a birthday with Mrs. Taylor
  7. president in office when we were gifted The Statue of Liberty
  8. the nickname "Teddy" was short for this president's first name
  9. president that was shot and shares his name with a famous cat
  10. the first president to live in the White House
  11. Address Lincoln made this famous speech
  12. changed his name so his initials wouldn't be H.U.G.
  13. assassinated by gunshot in 1963
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  1. this president was born on the 4th of July
  2. the first president to own a car
  3. responsible for launching bombs on Hiroshima
  4. this president is on the twenty-dollar-bill
  5. invented the vacuum
  6. Tailor nickname of the president that was the first to be impeached
  7. this president freed his slave in his will
  8. nicknamed "Ike" and was vice president to Nixon
  9. this unmarried president had his niece as the First Lady

22 Clues: invented the vacuum • once a peanut farmer • assassinated by gunshot in 1963 • the first president to own a car • this president was born on the 4th of July • this president freed his slave in his will • this president is on the twenty-dollar-bill • Address Lincoln made this famous speech • responsible for launching bombs on Hiroshima • ...

Government Crossword 2012-09-02

Government Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Freedom from external control, a supreme example of excellence.
  2. Of Rights A document containing a formal statement of rights, a summary of fundamental privileges and rights guaranteed to the people against violation by the state – Used for the first ten Amendment of the Constitution of the U.S.
  3. Disagreed with the Constitution.
  4. The group who came together in 1787 to draft the Constitution of the United States.
  5. of Law Laws that must be obeyed.
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  1. Not according to the Constitution of a political body or nation.
  2. Government The government is limited in what it can do, and the people have rights in which the government cannot take away.
  3. and Balances A system that allows each branch of government to amend and veto acts of another branch to prevent from exertion of too much power.
  4. Agreed with the Constitution.
  5. The process of amending by constitutional procedure.
  6. Distribution of power in an organization, between central authority, and constituent units.
  7. of Powers Executive, Legislative and Judicial powers are divided among three independent and coequal branches of Government.
  8. Carta A charter of liberties to which the English Barons forced King John to give his assent in June 1215 at Runnymede.

13 Clues: Agreed with the Constitution. • Disagreed with the Constitution. • of Law Laws that must be obeyed. • The process of amending by constitutional procedure. • Freedom from external control, a supreme example of excellence. • Not according to the Constitution of a political body or nation. • ...

making a bill to a law 2017-02-28

making a bill to a law crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a vote of YES
  2. The vote needed after the President vetoes a bill and congress still wants it.
  3. the number it takes for a bill to become a law after the president vetoes it
  4. a vote of NO
  5. anyone with an idea for a bill
  6. a person or people who want to support making a bill to a law
  7. to be rejected by the President
  8. researches the bill before voting on it
  9. to discuss or talk about
  10. the box in the House of Representatives where a bill is introduced
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  1. these are the things LAWS are made of
  2. only person who can sign a bill and make it a law
  3. Happens to a bill once it is put in hopper
  4. the house bills begin in
  5. the person who reads the bill once it is in the hopper
  6. where the bill is sent after the House votes on it

16 Clues: a vote of NO • a vote of YES • the house bills begin in • to discuss or talk about • anyone with an idea for a bill • to be rejected by the President • these are the things LAWS are made of • researches the bill before voting on it • Happens to a bill once it is put in hopper • only person who can sign a bill and make it a law • ...