bill of rights Crossword Puzzles
Bill of Rights 2021-11-28
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- In Amendment IV in order to get a warrant an official must present _______ cause.
- In Amendment I it clearly states that Congress can't limit your freedom of ________, speech, press, assembly and petition.
- The amendment that guarantees certain Powers of the states
- Amendment VI guarantees that if you are accused of a crime you will have access to a ________ and public trial.
- Which Amendment gives you the right to "Bear Arms?"
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- Amendment III guarantees that soldiers cannot be _______ in your home without your agreement.
- In Amendment VII in a civil suit you can have a jury trial if the value is over ______ dollars.
- The number of amendments found in the Bill of Rights
- Amendment V is often called the "Rights of the _______."
- Which amendment says that there shall be no excessive bail?
- Which Amendment states that you have rights beyond those specifically listed in the Bill of Rights.
11 Clues: Which Amendment gives you the right to "Bear Arms?" • The number of amendments found in the Bill of Rights • Amendment V is often called the "Rights of the _______." • The amendment that guarantees certain Powers of the states • Which amendment says that there shall be no excessive bail? • ...
Bill of Rights 2013-11-04
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- Freedom of religion, assembly, press, petition,speech
- rights to bear arms
- prohibits excessive bail, protects against cruel and unusal punishment
- protection from the quartering of troops
- The first 10 out of 27 ammend.
- civil trial by jury
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- trial by jury, public trial, right to council.
- protection of the power of the states and the people
- due process, double jeapordy, self-incrimination
- protection from unreasonable search and seizure
- protection from all rights not enumerated in the first 8 ammendments.
11 Clues: rights to bear arms • civil trial by jury • The first 10 out of 27 ammend. • protection from the quartering of troops • trial by jury, public trial, right to council. • protection from unreasonable search and seizure • due process, double jeapordy, self-incrimination • protection of the power of the states and the people • ...
Bill of Rights 2013-11-04
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- protection from all rights not enumerated in the first 8 ammendments.
- protection of the power of the states and the people
- due process, double jeapordy, self-incrimination
- prohibits excessive bail, protects against cruel and unusal punishment
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- The first 10 out of 27 ammend.
- Freedom of religion, assembly, press, petition,speech
- rights to bear arms
- civil trial by jury
- trial by jury, public trial, right to council.
- protection from unreasonable search and seizure
- protection from the quartering of troops
11 Clues: rights to bear arms • civil trial by jury • The first 10 out of 27 ammend. • protection from the quartering of troops • trial by jury, public trial, right to council. • protection from unreasonable search and seizure • due process, double jeapordy, self-incrimination • protection of the power of the states and the people • ...
Bill of rights 2023-03-20
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- Fundamental principles on which the USA is built upon
- Carry firearms.
- A privilege held by a citizen
- Legal power to stop an official action
- First ten amendments in the Constitution
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- Charge holder of a public office with misconduct
- An article added to the US Constitution.
- Relating to the court of law
- Sign or give formal consent to
- The draft of a proposed law
- Having the power to make laws
11 Clues: Carry firearms. • The draft of a proposed law • Relating to the court of law • A privilege held by a citizen • Having the power to make laws • Sign or give formal consent to • Legal power to stop an official action • An article added to the US Constitution. • First ten amendments in the Constitution • Charge holder of a public office with misconduct • ...
bill of rights 2023-03-31
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- the number of amendments contain in the bill of rights
- the amendments.
- a term used to identify a national or central government that has powers greater than individual state governments
- this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant
- the number of people on a jury
- percent of states an amendment for it to become a law.
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- branch of federal government responsible
- an alteration or change that ads to improves or corrects a motion or bill
- amendment allows you to be silent if your testimony is incriminating you
- name of the legal body that is responsible for writing and passing amendments
- This amendment outlaws cruel and unsual punishment
11 Clues: the amendments. • the number of people on a jury • branch of federal government responsible • This amendment outlaws cruel and unsual punishment • the number of amendments contain in the bill of rights • percent of states an amendment for it to become a law. • this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-02-03
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- this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant.
- the number of people on a jury.
- this freedom is one of three basic freedom protected by the first amendment.
- this freedom is one of three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment.
- the number of amendments contain in the bill of rights.
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- a term used to identify a national or central government that has powers greater than individual state governments.
- the document to which the bill of rights is attached.
- this amendment allows you to be silent if your testimony is incriminating you.
- an alteration or change that ads to,improves or corrects a motion or bill.
- this freedom is one of the three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment.
- this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment.
11 Clues: the number of people on a jury. • this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment. • the document to which the bill of rights is attached. • the number of amendments contain in the bill of rights. • this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant. • an alteration or change that ads to,improves or corrects a motion or bill. • ...
Bill of rights 2023-02-01
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- this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant.
- the name of the legal body that is responsible for writing and passing amendments.
- this freedom is one of the three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment.
- the number of amendments contain in the bill of rights.
- this freedom is one of three basic freedom protected by the first amendment states.
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- it says your possessions cant be taken from you without a.
- this amendment allows you to be silent if your testimony is incriminating you.
- a term used to identify a national or central government that has powers greater than individual state governments.
- the document to which the bill of rights is attached.
- this freedom is one of three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment.
- this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment.
11 Clues: this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment. • the document to which the bill of rights is attached. • the number of amendments contain in the bill of rights. • it says your possessions cant be taken from you without a. • this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant. • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-10-30
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- the 10th amendment protects the rights of
- amendment iv says your possessions cant be taken from you without a
- of Rights another name for the first ten amendments
- amendment iv allows you to possess this if you want
- this freedom is one of three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment
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- the percent of states that must approve an amendment for it to become a law.
- the number of amendments contain in the bill of rights
- this freedom is one of three basic freedom protected by the first amendment
- this amendment says you can't be forced to house or feed a soldier during peacetime
- this amendment allows you to be silent if your testimony is incriminating you
- this freedom is one of the three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment
11 Clues: the 10th amendment protects the rights of • of Rights another name for the first ten amendments • amendment iv allows you to possess this if you want • the number of amendments contain in the bill of rights • amendment iv says your possessions cant be taken from you without a • this freedom is one of three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-10-17
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- 1st Amendment also offers the right of freedom...
- Bill of Rights ________ the power of the Government
- The 1st amendment allows you the right to peacefully...
- The right of the people to be ________ in their persons houses papers and effects
- A home can be searched without a warrant; if they have an arrest warrant plain view and...
- The first 10________ of the US.
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- The right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be...
- How old can you be own a weapon?
- Orders signed by a judge
- 1st amendment guarantees your right to free...
- Open space around a house
11 Clues: Orders signed by a judge • Open space around a house • The first 10________ of the US. • How old can you be own a weapon? • 1st amendment guarantees your right to free... • 1st Amendment also offers the right of freedom... • Bill of Rights ________ the power of the Government • The 1st amendment allows you the right to peacefully... • ...
Bill of Rights 2025-09-18
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- The right to bear arms
- Protects from cruel and unusual punishment
- Not all rights are listed in the constitution
- Powers not granted to the federal government belong to the states
- A list of freedoms listed in the constitution
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- Freedom of speech, religion, and press
- The right to a fair and speedy trial
- Protects people form unreasonable search and seizure
- Protects people from double jeopardy and self-incrimination
- Right to refuse quarters to soldiers
- Right to a trial by jury
11 Clues: The right to bear arms • Right to a trial by jury • The right to a fair and speedy trial • Right to refuse quarters to soldiers • Freedom of speech, religion, and press • Protects from cruel and unusual punishment • Not all rights are listed in the constitution • A list of freedoms listed in the constitution • Protects people form unreasonable search and seizure • ...
Bill of Rights 2022-01-21
11 Clues: Ninth Amendment • Sixth Amendment • Third Amendment • Tenth Amendment • First Amendment • Fifth Amendment • Eighth Amendment • Second Amendment • Fourth Amendment • Seventh Amendment • First Ten Amendments
Bill of Rights 2016-02-03
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- The right to not be searched or seized.
- The right to not have soldiers quartered in your home.
- The right to no cruel or unusual punishments.
- The right to guarantee a jury trial for civil cases in the federal courts.
- No powers expressly stated by the constitution should be given to the people.
- The freedom of religion,speech,press,and petition.
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- The right to bear arms.
- the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution.
- any power that is not given to the federal government is given to the people or the states.
- The right to a speedy and public trial.
- The right to not be a subject of the same crime twice.
11 Clues: The right to bear arms. • The right to not be searched or seized. • The right to a speedy and public trial. • The right to no cruel or unusual punishments. • The freedom of religion,speech,press,and petition. • The right to not have soldiers quartered in your home. • The right to not be a subject of the same crime twice. • ...
Bill Of Rights 2024-04-29
11 Clues: Trial rights • unnamed rights • Quartering Troops • Consent to Search • Right to bear arms • states can make laws • the first 10 amendments • Rights for a civil case • Rights if charged with crime • No unreasonable fines or treatment • Freedom of speech, religion, and press
bill of rights 2025-03-20
11 Clues: 2nd Amendment • 1st Amendment • 6th Amendment • Right to a jury • Speed, public trial • No unreasonable searches • No forced Housing of Soldiers • No cruel or unusual punishment • Protection from self-incrimination • People have rights beyond those listed • Power not given to the federal government goes to the States
Bill of rights 2025-05-07
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- the state or condition of being free from being observed or disturbed by other people
- to carry or possess weapons
- the act of gathering together in a group for a common purpose
- the act of keeping someone or something safe from harm or danger
- the housing or lodging of soldiers
- the power or right to act
- the news media and organizations involved in gathering,publishing,and broadcasting news
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- the right guaranteed by the 6th amendment
- a set of beliefs, practices, and systems that relate to the worship of a higher power
- a formal written request typically signed by many people
- change or addition to a legal document
11 Clues: the power or right to act • to carry or possess weapons • the housing or lodging of soldiers • change or addition to a legal document • the right guaranteed by the 6th amendment • a formal written request typically signed by many people • the act of gathering together in a group for a common purpose • the act of keeping someone or something safe from harm or danger • ...
Bill of Rights 2024-11-18
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- The first amendment gives you the freedom of speech, religion, assembly and __________
- the Bill of Rights protects you from this kind of punishment
- Amendment 5 gives you the right to a trial by
- Which amendment protects you from having to house soldiers in your home
- The Bill of Rights protects you from this kind of bail
- Powers not delegated to the United States are reserved to the
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- Amendment 2 says there can be a well regulated_____
- The second amendment gives you the right to______
- Amendment 5 does not allow ___________ jeopardy
- Cops need this to search your home
- How many amendments are in the Bill or Rights?
11 Clues: Cops need this to search your home • Amendment 5 gives you the right to a trial by • How many amendments are in the Bill or Rights? • Amendment 5 does not allow ___________ jeopardy • The second amendment gives you the right to______ • Amendment 2 says there can be a well regulated_____ • The Bill of Rights protects you from this kind of bail • ...
The Glorious Revolution 2021-11-04
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- Believed in no cruel and unusual punishment
- Believed in freedom of speech and religion
- The Glorious Revolution in 3 pts EXCEPT
- The Engish Bill of Rights influenced the following in the US Bill of Rights, EXCEPT
- Good government must protect the rights of individual freedoms
- Favored monarchy that relied on a social contract
- Believed in limited government and natural rights
- The Glorious Revolution ended tensions between
- The Declaration of Rights gave these freedoms, EXCEPT
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- This movement influenced The Enlightenment
- This is an economic system where businesses have little to no government involvement a.k.a. "your wild cousin"
- Believed women should have equal say in the government
- Wealth of Nations and supported laissez-faire economy
- She was the Protestant daughter of James II
- This is an open Catholic
- Believed in separation of powers to keep the government in check
- The Declaration of Indulgence created this type of government
- They supported the succession of James II
- The Glorious Revolution changed _________ from Catholic to Protestant
- Are Catholics and Protestants the same
20 Clues: This is an open Catholic • Are Catholics and Protestants the same • The Glorious Revolution in 3 pts EXCEPT • They supported the succession of James II • This movement influenced The Enlightenment • Believed in freedom of speech and religion • Believed in no cruel and unusual punishment • She was the Protestant daughter of James II • ...
Bill of Rights 2021-11-16
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- The Constitution is the framework for the federal government of the United States.
- Something done or said that may serve as an example or rule to authorize or justify a subsequent act of the same kind
- An amendment is a change or addition to the Constitution. The first 10 amendments are known as the Bill of Rights.
- to carry a gun
- other news media.
- a moral or legal entitlement to have or obtain something or to act in a certain way.
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- Newspapers, magazines, news channels, podcasts
- The highest federal court in the US, consisting of nine justices and taking judicial precedence over all other courts in the nation.
- Miranda warning" refers to the constitutional requirement that once an individual is in custody by the police,
- To study or examine something to find out what it is or what makes it work.
- The Bill of Rights is the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution.
11 Clues: to carry a gun • other news media. • Newspapers, magazines, news channels, podcasts • The Bill of Rights is the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution. • To study or examine something to find out what it is or what makes it work. • The Constitution is the framework for the federal government of the United States. • ...
bill of rights 2024-04-28
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- rights of citizens are always protected whether or not theyre explicitly written
- gurantees right to a fair trial (right to an attorney,public trial, and a jury)
- prohibits cruel and unusual punishment and excess bail or fines
- gurantees right to a jury in a civil trial
- gives right to bear arms
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- protects rights in criminal cases (double Jeopardy and right to remain silent)
- gurantees freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition
- the government cant force citizens to quarter soldiers
- wrote the bill of rights
- searches and seizures require a warrant and probable cause
- amendment any powers that aren't specifically given to the federal government, are reserved for the states.
11 Clues: wrote the bill of rights • gives right to bear arms • gurantees right to a jury in a civil trial • the government cant force citizens to quarter soldiers • searches and seizures require a warrant and probable cause • prohibits cruel and unusual punishment and excess bail or fines • gurantees freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition • ...
Bill of rights 2024-03-29
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- an right with 10 amendments
- no searching without a warrant
- The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people
- the rights to a fast and public trial by jury
- no quartering soldiers
- right to bears arms
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- double jeopardy
- Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
- trial in federal courts with civil cases where the claim exceeds a certain dollar value.
- states rights
- freedom of speech, the press, assembly, and the right to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
11 Clues: states rights • double jeopardy • right to bears arms • no quartering soldiers • an right with 10 amendments • no searching without a warrant • the rights to a fast and public trial by jury • trial in federal courts with civil cases where the claim exceeds a certain dollar value. • ...
bill of rights 2023-03-31
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- the number of amendments contain in the bill of rights
- the amendments.
- a term used to identify a national or central government that has powers greater than individual state governments
- this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant
- the number of people on a jury
- percent of states an amendment for it to become a law.
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- branch of federal government responsible
- an alteration or change that ads to improves or corrects a motion or bill
- amendment allows you to be silent if your testimony is incriminating you
- name of the legal body that is responsible for writing and passing amendments
- This amendment outlaws cruel and unsual punishment
11 Clues: the amendments. • the number of people on a jury • branch of federal government responsible • This amendment outlaws cruel and unsual punishment • the number of amendments contain in the bill of rights • percent of states an amendment for it to become a law. • this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant • ...
Bill of Rights 2025-04-10
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- ____ liberties are legal and constitutional rights that protect individuals from arbitrary acts of govt
- The first 10 amendments are called...
- No excessive bail and No cruel and unusual punishment
- Student speech can be ____ if it causes disruptions or interferes with the rights of others.
- not all of the protections found in the Bill of Rights are made applicable to the states
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- policies to protect people against arbitrary or discriminatory treatment by govt officials
- In _____ v Georgia, 1972, SCOTUS decided 5:4 that death penalty should be put on hold
- McDonald v. Chicago (2010) the Court interpreted the 2nd Amendment to mean that an ________ has a right to possess firearms for private lawful use.
- You have the right to a speedy and ___ trial.
- You have protection from unreasonable ____ and siezures.
- Amendment, Freedom of Religion, Speech, Press, Assembly, and Petition
11 Clues: The first 10 amendments are called... • You have the right to a speedy and ___ trial. • No excessive bail and No cruel and unusual punishment • You have protection from unreasonable ____ and siezures. • Amendment, Freedom of Religion, Speech, Press, Assembly, and Petition • In _____ v Georgia, 1972, SCOTUS decided 5:4 that death penalty should be put on hold • ...
US Constitution Crossword 2022-11-07
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- the first amendment promises freedom of _________, press, assembly, and petition.
- the bill of rights was a set of _________ that defines fundamental liberties.
- Is the state that promised to ratify if the Bill of Rights was added.
- Federalists __________________ the ratification of the Constitution.
- The federalists and _________________ were the two different groups that emerged during the ratification of the Constitution.
- citizens are required to pay taxes, obey the law and serve on a _____________.
- citizenship can be achieved by birth or by _______________.
- There were 10 _____________ in the Bill of Rights.
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- The group that believed in a strong central government.
- The ___________ amendment allows citizens the right to bear arms.
- The Bill of Rights was a set of _________ that defines fundamental liberties.
- __________ amendment protects the rights of people on trial for crimes.
- Was the first state to ratify the US Constitution.
- Anti-federalists believed that the ________ should have more power than the central government.
- To vote to adopt or make official
- Anti-federalists ________________ the ratification of the Constitution.
16 Clues: To vote to adopt or make official • Was the first state to ratify the US Constitution. • There were 10 _____________ in the Bill of Rights. • The group that believed in a strong central government. • citizenship can be achieved by birth or by _______________. • The ___________ amendment allows citizens the right to bear arms. • ...
bill of rights 2023-09-07
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- a branch of goverment
- a branch of goverment
- the first presedent
- the first ten amendments to the US Constitution
- another word for money
- a branch of goverment
- what you have to follow
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- makes and passes federal laws
- an article added to the US Constitution
- how you pay the bank
- the highest court
- the peach state
- what you have
13 Clues: what you have • the peach state • the highest court • the first presedent • how you pay the bank • a branch of goverment • a branch of goverment • a branch of goverment • another word for money • what you have to follow • makes and passes federal laws • an article added to the US Constitution • the first ten amendments to the US Constitution
bill of rights 2023-03-31
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- this freedom is one of the three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment
- this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment
- this amendment allows you to be silent if your testimony is incriminating you
- the branch of Federal government responsible for writing the amendments
- a term used to identify a national or central government that has powers greater than individual state governments
- court the only court established by the constitution and usually rules only on issues of national importance.
- is amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant
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- this freedom is one of three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment
- an alteration or change that ads to,improves or corrects a motion or bill
- of rights another name for the first ten amendments
- the document to which the bill of rights is attached
11 Clues: this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment • of rights another name for the first ten amendments • the document to which the bill of rights is attached • is amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant • the branch of Federal government responsible for writing the amendments • ...
Bill Of Rights 2022-02-17
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- the fifth amendment declared the due prosses of ___
- the seventh amendment is when you sue at _____ for less than 20 dollars
- the sixth amendment declared the right to have a _______ and public trial
- a great example of a group of people utilizing the first amendment to assemble and protest is ______
- the first amendment declared the freedom of ______
- the third amendment declared the right to not _________ soldiers
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- the 10th amendment declared the right to reserve power for the ______
- the eighth amendment is punishment for _____
- the ninth amendment is when they declared the right for enumerated ______
- the fourth amendment declared no more unlawful _________ or seizures
- the second amendment declared the right to ____ arms
11 Clues: the eighth amendment is punishment for _____ • the first amendment declared the freedom of ______ • the fifth amendment declared the due prosses of ___ • the second amendment declared the right to ____ arms • the third amendment declared the right to not _________ soldiers • the fourth amendment declared no more unlawful _________ or seizures • ...
Bill of Rights 2024-12-14
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- payment for property taken under eminent domain
- a judge's order authorizing the seacrh of a person's home or property
- a directive issued by the president that is equal to congressional law
- to seek a remedy for a complaint or justice for wrong doing
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- the act or process of making or stating a list of things
- the idea that policies are decided by the greatest number of people
- the fair application of the law
- to formally accuse someone of a crime
- the government's power to take personal property
- the act of trying a person twice for the same crime
- to make a formal request of the government
11 Clues: the fair application of the law • to formally accuse someone of a crime • to make a formal request of the government • payment for property taken under eminent domain • the government's power to take personal property • the act of trying a person twice for the same crime • the act or process of making or stating a list of things • ...
Bill of Rights 2024-01-29
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- right to remain silent
- right to a speedy and public trial
- freedom of expression
- right to bear arms
- people have more rights than are listed
- freedom from quartering soldiers
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- freedom from cruel or unusual punishment
- jeopardy can't be charged twice for the same crime
- right to a trial by jury
- freedom from searches and seizures
- powers not given to the government go to the states
11 Clues: right to bear arms • freedom of expression • right to remain silent • right to a trial by jury • freedom from quartering soldiers • right to a speedy and public trial • freedom from searches and seizures • people have more rights than are listed • freedom from cruel or unusual punishment • jeopardy can't be charged twice for the same crime • ...
Bill of Rights 2024-11-18
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- The first amendment gives you the freedom of speech, religion, assembly and __________
- the Bill of Rights protects you from this kind of punishment
- Amendment 5 gives you the right to a trial by
- Which amendment protects you from having to house soldiers in your home
- The Bill of Rights protects you from this kind of bail
- Powers not delegated to the United States are reserved to the
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- Amendment 2 says there can be a well regulated_____
- The second amendment gives you the right to______
- Amendment 5 does not allow ___________ jeopardy
- Cops need this to search your home
- How many amendments are in the Bill or Rights?
11 Clues: Cops need this to search your home • Amendment 5 gives you the right to a trial by • How many amendments are in the Bill or Rights? • Amendment 5 does not allow ___________ jeopardy • The second amendment gives you the right to______ • Amendment 2 says there can be a well regulated_____ • The Bill of Rights protects you from this kind of bail • ...
Bill of Rights 2024-04-08
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- = amendment protects you against quartering of troops
- = amendment that gives you a trial by jury in civil case
- = amendment that mentions the power of states
- = amendment that gives you the right to remain silent
- = the first 10 amendments to the constitution
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- = amendment that gives you a speedy and public trial
- = amendment that gives you freedom of speech
- = amendment that protects you against cruel and unusual punishment
- = amendment that protects you against unlawful searches and seizures
- = amendment that gives you right to bear arms
- = amendment that says you have other rights
11 Clues: = amendment that says you have other rights • = amendment that gives you freedom of speech • = amendment that gives you right to bear arms • = amendment that mentions the power of states • = the first 10 amendments to the constitution • = amendment that gives you a speedy and public trial • = amendment protects you against quartering of troops • ...
Bill Of Rights 2022-04-20
11 Clues: _____ cases • speedy _____ • Bill of ______ • freedom of ______ • choose not to _______ • the right to ____ arms • The number of amendments • prohibits excessive ____ • prevents cruel and unusual • prevents unreasonable searches and seizures • prevents ______ being placed in peoples houses
bill of rights 2022-05-10
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- Right to a grand jury, no double jeopardy, right to due process, no self-incrimination
- The Bill of Rights are included in which document?
- federalism is a part of which ammendment?
- What is the 2nd ammendment?
- Right to a jury trial when there is money involved (civil trial/getting sued
- state and national government share power
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- no cruel or unusual punishment, and no excessive bail
- No unreasonable searches or seizures without a warrant
- what means you can NOT be tried again in court for the same crime
- -the right to a fair and speedy trial, the right to a lawyer, the right to know who your accusers are and the nature of the charges and evidence against you.
- Right that are not written in the U.S. Constitution are reserved to the people?
11 Clues: What is the 2nd ammendment? • federalism is a part of which ammendment? • state and national government share power • The Bill of Rights are included in which document? • no cruel or unusual punishment, and no excessive bail • No unreasonable searches or seizures without a warrant • what means you can NOT be tried again in court for the same crime • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-02-01
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- the constitution doesn't include all the rights
- the right to own a weapon and protect yourself
- no cruel or unusal punshiments
- right to a jury trail in a civil case
- right of freedom, speech, religon, ect.
- right to a fair and speedy trail
- can't arrest without probable cause
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- the federal goverment doesn't have all power
- citizens can't sue the federal courts
- must follow due process before punishment
- soliders can't take or live in ones home
11 Clues: no cruel or unusal punshiments • right to a fair and speedy trail • can't arrest without probable cause • citizens can't sue the federal courts • right to a jury trail in a civil case • right of freedom, speech, religon, ect. • soliders can't take or live in ones home • must follow due process before punishment • the federal goverment doesn't have all power • ...
Social Studies 90 - Unit 2 2015-12-14
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- An act that took away political rights and ceremonies from first nations people
- The number of provinces that must consent to change the consitution.
- The Charter of Rights and Freedoms is _________ in the Constitution.
- An anual payment to the first nations from the government, in exchange for land use.
- The prime minister responsible for creating Canada's Charter of Rights and Freedoms in 1982
- The only offical bilangual province in Canada
- _____ rights belong to a group of people, often a minority to protect them.
- An important document that declared people's rights in England.
- A collective right of first nations that deals with health
- Agreements between the government and first nations over land, money, and education.
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- The prime minister who wrote first implimented the Bill of Rights in 1960.
- The court that takes resposibility for laying out limits to rights and freedoms.
- ______ nation that is protected under minority rights in Canada.
- Freedoms given to any Canadian citizen, regardless of status.
- A province that threatened to seperate from Canada twice, as it felt like it's rights were being ignored.
- _____ A person of Frech decent, speaking french, with minority rights in Canada
- _____ schools that boarded first nation's children, and educated then in a European fashion.
- A document that declares people's rights and freedoms as citizens of Canada.
- Pressuring a certain culture, or group of people to become like the majority.
- A bill that made it easier for first nation's land to be developed, without concensus.
- Collective rights are ones that have existed previous to the _______ landing in Canada.
21 Clues: The only offical bilangual province in Canada • A collective right of first nations that deals with health • Freedoms given to any Canadian citizen, regardless of status. • An important document that declared people's rights in England. • ______ nation that is protected under minority rights in Canada. • ...
The Bill of Rights 2022-01-22
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- Congress proposed this many amendments, but only 10 were ratified.
- You have the freedom of ____.
- No excessive ____.
- The power belongs to the states or people if its is not written in the ____.
- No cruel or unusual ____.
- No searches are to be ____.
- You don't have to house soldiers during times of war or ____.
- By this month 3/4 of the states had ratified the first amendments.
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- Can not be tried this many times for the same crime.
- You have the right to bear ____.
- You have the freedom to choose this.
- Grand Jury has to have enough of this to accuse you.
- You have the right to this.
- How many amendments were ratified?
- You have a right to this type of trial.
- To change.
16 Clues: To change. • No excessive ____. • No cruel or unusual ____. • You have the right to this. • No searches are to be ____. • You have the freedom of ____. • You have the right to bear ____. • How many amendments were ratified? • You have the freedom to choose this. • You have a right to this type of trial. • Can not be tried this many times for the same crime. • ...
Bill of Rights crossword 2020-11-10
Across
- interpretation of
- force to do something
- represent of being something of little worth
- to set right
- a military force made up of civil population in case of an emergency
- confiscation or impounding property using force
- find something out for certain
- proceedings against someone because of a criminal charge
- a public and heated disagreement
- mentioning a number of thing one by one
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- cause a reason to have a warrant
- required by law
- a document issued by the government allowing the police to make an arrest or search land
- accusation of a serious crime
- a formal presentation of information to a court
- break the agreement of something
16 Clues: to set right • required by law • interpretation of • force to do something • accusation of a serious crime • find something out for certain • cause a reason to have a warrant • break the agreement of something • a public and heated disagreement • mentioning a number of thing one by one • represent of being something of little worth • a formal presentation of information to a court • ...
Bill of Rights crossword 2020-11-10
Across
- accusation of a serious crime
- required by law
- confiscation or impounding property using force
- cause a reason to have a warrant
- a formal presentation of information to a court
- proceedings against someone because of a criminal charge
- break the agreement of something
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- mentioning a number of thing one by one
- a public and heated disagreement
- a military force made up of civil population in case of an emergency
- force to do something
- a document issued by the government allowing the police to make an arrest or search land
- find something out for certain
- to set right
- interpretation of
- represent of being something of little worth
16 Clues: to set right • required by law • interpretation of • force to do something • accusation of a serious crime • find something out for certain • a public and heated disagreement • cause a reason to have a warrant • break the agreement of something • mentioning a number of thing one by one • represent of being something of little worth • confiscation or impounding property using force • ...
Constitution & Bill of Rights 2022-05-09
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- The right to bear arms
- Powers reserved to the states
- The men who founded our nation and our Constitution- George Washington, James Madison, and Benjamin Franklin.
- person who didn't support the Constitution because they felt that it didn't guarantee the rights of the people
- Their rebellion caused the Constitutional Convention.
- system of government in which power is shared between the central government and the states
- The first written-down plan of government for the United States.
- right to grand jury, indictment, no double jeopardy, freedom from self-incrimination, due process of law
- They were essays that answered the Antifederalist attacks
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- Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures
- A convention of 55 delegates from 12 states where they discussed a new form of government, the Constitution, in Philadelphia in 1787
- freedom of speech, freedom of religion, freedom of assembly, freedom of the press, freedom to petition.
- The first 10 amendments to the Constitution. They protected the rights of the people
- person who supported a strong central government and the Constitution
- Right to a fair, speedy, public trial
- A type of government in which people choose representatives to govern them. Each state gets 1 vote.
16 Clues: The right to bear arms • Powers reserved to the states • Right to a fair, speedy, public trial • Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures • Their rebellion caused the Constitutional Convention. • They were essays that answered the Antifederalist attacks • The first written-down plan of government for the United States. • ...
Bill of Rights crossword 2020-11-10
Across
- accusation of a serious crime
- find something out for certain
- to set right
- a military force made up of civil population in case of an emergency
- interpretation of
- mentioning a number of thing one by one
- proceedings against someone because of a criminal charge
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- represent of being something of little worth
- a public and heated disagreement
- confiscation or impounding property using force
- force to do something
- a formal presentation of information to a court
- cause a reason to have a warrant
- required by law
- break the agreement of something
- a document issued by the government allowing the police to make an arrest or search land
16 Clues: to set right • required by law • interpretation of • force to do something • accusation of a serious crime • find something out for certain • a public and heated disagreement • cause a reason to have a warrant • break the agreement of something • mentioning a number of thing one by one • represent of being something of little worth • confiscation or impounding property using force • ...
Bill of Rights Crossword 2022-01-25
Across
- Everyone has the right to a _______ trial
- given to the states and the people
- get charged or sentenced in where you did the crime
- Apply to the Bill of Rights to the states
- Rights not given to the federal government
- The right to hold public meetings and form associations w/o interference from the government
- The Right to engage in rituals and actions during church
- The citizens have to right to deny the authorities to ____________ there cars and property.
- no _________ Jeopardy that prevents you from going to court more than once for the same crime
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- Document needed to search a suspect, house, car or someones belongings, etc.
- The power to take private property for public use
- Citizens do not have to ___________ soldiers.
- The process where witnesses can testify for you
- no ________ or unusual punishments
- The right to gather signatures in support of a case and a lobby legislative bodies for a against legislative.
- The right for a citizen to own _______ to protect themselves.
16 Clues: given to the states and the people • no ________ or unusual punishments • Everyone has the right to a _______ trial • Apply to the Bill of Rights to the states • Rights not given to the federal government • Citizens do not have to ___________ soldiers. • The process where witnesses can testify for you • The power to take private property for public use • ...
Bill of Rights Crossword 2022-01-25
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- The citizens have to right to deny the authorities to ____________ there cars and property.
- The right for a citizen to own _______ to protect themselves.
- get charged or sentenced in where you did the crime
- no _________ Jeopardy that prevents you from going to court more than once for the same crime
- The process where witnesses can testify for you
- Rights not given to the federal government
- The power to take private property for public use
- The Right to engage in rituals and actions during church
- The right to hold public meetings and form associations w/o interference from the government
Down
- Everyone has the right to a _______ trial
- no ________ or unusual punishments
- Document needed to search a suspect, house, car or someones belongings, etc.
- Citizens do not have to ___________ soldiers.
- given to the states and the people
- Apply to the Bill of Rights to the states
- The right to gather signatures in support of a case and a lobby legislative bodies for a against legislative.
16 Clues: no ________ or unusual punishments • given to the states and the people • Everyone has the right to a _______ trial • Apply to the Bill of Rights to the states • Rights not given to the federal government • Citizens do not have to ___________ soldiers. • The process where witnesses can testify for you • The power to take private property for public use • ...
The Bill of Rights 2023-01-04
Across
- This amendment is very useful when you've been accused of a crime and need a trial and witnesses.
- The government can't take away someone's life, liberty, or property without going through the proper steps of law.
- This amendment gives you your right to bear arms.
- This amendment protects you from unreasonable searches and seizures without a warrant and from being wrongly accused.
- A document issued by a judge for arresting someone.
- This amendment protects you from double jeopardy, eminent domain, self-indictment, and being tried for a crime without an indictment by a grand jury.
- Housing of soldiers in private houses.
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- A document issued by a judge for attaining evidence.
- This amendment stops soldiers from living in your home without permission.
- This amendment grants you a trial by jury.
- This amendment says rights not listed in the constitution are given to the people.
- A group of people who decide if there is enough evidence to have a trial.
- This amendment gives you your five freedoms of expression.
- The right to gather in a group.
- This amendment protects you from excessive bail and cruel punishment.
- This amendment says powers not listed in the constitution are given to the states.
16 Clues: The right to gather in a group. • Housing of soldiers in private houses. • This amendment grants you a trial by jury. • This amendment gives you your right to bear arms. • A document issued by a judge for arresting someone. • A document issued by a judge for attaining evidence. • This amendment gives you your five freedoms of expression. • ...
Search & Seek 2014-10-21
Across
- / Thomas Jefferson wrote the D.O.I at the ____ House
- Madison / he wrote the Bill of Rights
- / anything that provides information
- of Rights / amendments
- / they set up our laws
- / college made up of presidential electors
- / one,distinctive feature of the U.S. government
- / capitol during the 1790s to 1800s
- / agreement between two or more sides
- / highest court
- / apporoval
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- / The ______ are balanced powers
- / Article III deals with the _____ branch
- / opposed ratification of the constitution
- / colonies concerned about two essential government
- / volunteers
- / farmers built a system of _____ and balances
- / created many ideas
- / explains our constitution
- / framers didn’t form a “_____” document
20 Clues: / apporoval • / volunteers • / highest court • / created many ideas • of Rights / amendments • / they set up our laws • / explains our constitution • / The ______ are balanced powers • / capitol during the 1790s to 1800s • / anything that provides information • Madison / he wrote the Bill of Rights • / agreement between two or more sides • / framers didn’t form a “_____” document • ...
Constitution Crossword 2024-12-06
Across
- also know as the executive branch
- government where people rule
- part of congress
- also know legislative branch
- part of congress and legislative branch
- Governmentgovernment's power is limited
- nobody is above the law
- is the number of amendments to the Constitution
- a change to the Constitution
- StatuteofReligiousFreedom document talked religious freedoms
- of Rights established structure
- hard to change the Constitution
- another name for the president
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- the people choose people to respresent them
- giving permission to government
- served as a model for Bill of Rights
- to approve
- complaints
- life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness
- branch Supreme Court
20 Clues: to approve • complaints • part of congress • branch Supreme Court • nobody is above the law • government where people rule • also know legislative branch • a change to the Constitution • another name for the president • giving permission to government • of Rights established structure • hard to change the Constitution • also know as the executive branch • ...
project 2023-01-23
18 Clues: Act • Act • Carta • of law • review • Compact • democracy • democracy • of powers • government • sovereignty • and balances • of Burgesses • Bill of Rights • of the governed • Act Townshend Act • French & Indian War • rule, minority rights
US Bill of Rights 2024-11-20
Across
- Freedoms of expression - like speech and religion
- According to the 8th Amendment, this type of punishment is not allowed
- To house a soldier
- To get together, First Amendment right
- ability to believe what you want
- You have a right to this professional, stated by the 6th Amendment
- Second Amendment right, allows us to have these
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- "I plead the ___"
- This is needed for police to search you
- Newspapers, First Amendment right
- These people determine guilt or innocence
- This Amendment prevents quartering of soldiers
- Fourth Amendment protects this
- Right to bear arms
- Money paid to get out of jail before your court date
- ability to express yourself, in writing or verbally
16 Clues: "I plead the ___" • To house a soldier • Right to bear arms • Fourth Amendment protects this • ability to believe what you want • Newspapers, First Amendment right • To get together, First Amendment right • This is needed for police to search you • These people determine guilt or innocence • This Amendment prevents quartering of soldiers • ...
The Bill of Rights 2025-11-13
Across
- - The priciples or system of govornment,form a unity and remain independent
- - A system of rules which enforce rules
- - A elected person from a political party to rule the whole country
- - Was any power not given by the government,are reserved to
- - The first 10 Amendments to the constitution
- - The body of fundamental principles and to compose something
- - He wrote the Bill of Rights in 1789
- - President is enforcing the law making
- - The Supreme Court,responsible for interpreting laws
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- - This amendment is very important because it protects the 5 core and the rights to petition in government
- - A formal choice to vote a political person
- - The power to act, speak, and stand for something
- - System of government ruled by a eliglible member of a state
- - Congress,responsible for making the laws
- states
- - A state that which a supreme power is held by people, nominated rather than a monarch
16 Clues: states • - He wrote the Bill of Rights in 1789 • - A system of rules which enforce rules • - President is enforcing the law making • - Congress,responsible for making the laws • - A formal choice to vote a political person • - The first 10 Amendments to the constitution • - The power to act, speak, and stand for something • ...
Civics Crossword Puzzle 110/189 2017-12-09
Across
- a method of delaying action on a bill in the senate by making long speeches
- of Rights The first ten amendments to the U.S constitution, which set forth basic rights guaranteed to all U.S citizens
- Duty Serving on a jury
- Law refers to the group of laws that define what acts are crimes
- agencies was created by the government to create a specalized job
- counts votes, encourages party loyalty, and ensure that the party's members are present for important votes
- of church and state The division between the government and religion
- when the country has needed huge numbers of soliders
- Tax A tax a person has to pay to register a vote.
- forgives the person for his or her crime and eliminates the punishment
- rejecting a bill
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- Rights rights guaranteed to all U.S citizens.
- the practice of drawing district lines that favor a particular political party, politician, or group of people
- is the group of laws that refer to disputes between people
- Written arguments.
- U.S consul's office.
- limited by law
- formal documents that allow U.S citizens to travel aboard
- Allow foreigners to come to the U.S
- is money or property that the accused gives the court to hold
20 Clues: limited by law • rejecting a bill • Written arguments. • U.S consul's office. • Duty Serving on a jury • Allow foreigners to come to the U.S • Rights rights guaranteed to all U.S citizens. • when the country has needed huge numbers of soliders • formal documents that allow U.S citizens to travel aboard • is the group of laws that refer to disputes between people • ...
Civics Crossword Puzzle 110/189 2017-12-09
Across
- counts votes, encourages party loyalty, and ensure that the party's members are present for important votes
- of Rights The first ten amendments to the U.S constitution, which set forth basic rights guaranteed to all U.S citizens
- Law refers to the group of laws that define what acts are crimes
- forgives the person for his or her crime and eliminates the punishment
- of church and state The division between the government and religion
- is the group of laws that refer to disputes between people
- Duty Serving on a jury
- agencies was created by the government to create a specalized job
- Allow foreigners to come to the U.S
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- A tax a person has to pay to register a vote.
- the practice of drawing district lines that favor a particular political party, politician, or group of people
- is money or property that the accused gives the court to hold
- limited by law
- formal documents that allow U.S citizens to travel aboard
- when the country has needed huge numbers of soliders
- U.S consul's office.
- a method of delaying action on a bill in the senate by making long speeches
- Rights rights guaranteed to all U.S citizens.
- Written arguments.
- rejecting a bill
20 Clues: limited by law • rejecting a bill • Written arguments. • U.S consul's office. • Duty Serving on a jury • Allow foreigners to come to the U.S • A tax a person has to pay to register a vote. • Rights rights guaranteed to all U.S citizens. • when the country has needed huge numbers of soliders • formal documents that allow U.S citizens to travel aboard • ...
Constitution & Bill of rights 2022-04-29
Across
- what does government mean
- What is the constitution about
- Where was the constitution made
- who made the virgina plan
- when was the constitution created
- Who signed the bill of rights
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- Who signed the constitution
- What is the bill of rights about
- What is a right in the bill of rights
- did america have a strong government
- Could Britian afford alot of things
- When was the bill of rights made
12 Clues: what does government mean • who made the virgina plan • Who signed the constitution • Who signed the bill of rights • What is the constitution about • Where was the constitution made • What is the bill of rights about • When was the bill of rights made • when was the constitution created • Could Britian afford alot of things • did america have a strong government • ...
The Bill of Rights 2025-05-13
8 Clues: The original consitution • Led the continental army • Didn't want a bill of rights • They wanted a bill of rights • He created the bill of rights • 10 of these make up the bill of rights • It gave rights that couldn't be taken away • They controlled the Colonies before the Revolution
The Bill of Rights 2024-10-23
Across
- Protects individuals from “unreasonable” searches and seizures.
- Individuals have the rights to write to government representatives of officials, seeking a change in law.
- A citizen cannot be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.
- Wrote the Bill of Rights
- People should have the right to keep and bear arms (carry weapons).
- Guarantees the right to a trial by a jury in many civil disputes.
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- Guarantees individuals the right to freely engage in any religious practices that do not directly harm others
- Allows newspapers, radio, and television to write or announce what they want without fear of punishment
- First ten amendments of the Constitution
- States that just because the Constitution lists some specific individual rights, this does not mean that citizens do not hold other rights.
- Prohibits the government from placing troops in people’s homes without their permission.
- People have the right to gather peacefully with others without fear that the government will use force against them.
- The federal government has powers only over things specifically given to them in the Constitution.
- Federal courts cannot require unusually high bail.
- Americans cannot be put in jail for criticizing the government or for expressing individual beliefs.
- Guarantees a fair and impartial trial to all persons accused of a crime.
16 Clues: Wrote the Bill of Rights • First ten amendments of the Constitution • Federal courts cannot require unusually high bail. • Protects individuals from “unreasonable” searches and seizures. • Guarantees the right to a trial by a jury in many civil disputes. • People should have the right to keep and bear arms (carry weapons). • ...
The Bill of Rights 2022-01-22
Across
- Congress proposed this many amendments, but only 10 were ratified.
- You have the freedom of ____.
- No excessive ____.
- The power belongs to the states or people if its is not written in the ____.
- No cruel or unusual ____.
- No searches are to be ____.
- You don't have to house soldiers during times of war or ____.
- By this month 3/4 of the states had ratified the first amendments.
Down
- Can not be tried this many times for the same crime.
- You have the right to bear ____.
- You have the freedom to choose this.
- Grand Jury has to have enough of this to accuse you.
- You have the right to this.
- How many amendments were ratified?
- You have a right to this type of trial.
- To change.
16 Clues: To change. • No excessive ____. • No cruel or unusual ____. • You have the right to this. • No searches are to be ____. • You have the freedom of ____. • You have the right to bear ____. • How many amendments were ratified? • You have the freedom to choose this. • You have a right to this type of trial. • Can not be tried this many times for the same crime. • ...
The Bill of Rights 2022-01-24
Across
- To change.
- The power belongs to the states or people if its is not written in the ____.
- You have a right to this type of trial.
- Can not be tried this many times for the same crime.
- You don't have to house soldiers during times of war or ____.
- You have the freedom to choose this.
- How many amendments were ratified?
- By this month 3/4 of the states had ratified the first amendments.
Down
- You have the right to this.
- No cruel or unusual ____.
- Congress proposed this many amendments, but only 10 were ratified.
- Grand Jury has to have enough of this to accuse you.
- No searches are to be ____.
- You have the freedom of ____.
- You have the right to bear ____.
- No excessive ____.
16 Clues: To change. • No excessive ____. • No cruel or unusual ____. • You have the right to this. • No searches are to be ____. • You have the freedom of ____. • You have the right to bear ____. • How many amendments were ratified? • You have the freedom to choose this. • You have a right to this type of trial. • Grand Jury has to have enough of this to accuse you. • ...
Bill of Rights Crossword Puzzle 2017-01-12
Across
- What the Bill of Rights was written on
- Makes a change
- Individuals who fought for the Constitution
- Chief Executive
- Opposite of slavery
- First to rule
- Congress, Senate, and Supreme Court
- Used to write with
- What our Founding Fathers wore
- An agreement between countries or states
- Another word for a law
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- Opposite to the Senate
- Where the President stays
- Louisiana Purchase
- Used with cannon balls
- Fights for what is right
- United States
- Writer of the Bill of Rights
- Supreme law of the United States
- Flintlock
- Someone sent to a convention to represent a state
21 Clues: Flintlock • United States • First to rule • Makes a change • Chief Executive • Louisiana Purchase • Used to write with • Opposite of slavery • Opposite to the Senate • Used with cannon balls • Another word for a law • Fights for what is right • Where the President stays • Writer of the Bill of Rights • What our Founding Fathers wore • Supreme law of the United States • ...
American gov 2023-09-14
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- acted framer of the articles of confederation and signer of the Declaration of Independence
- urged the delegates to overlook parts of the document overlook part of the document
- helped drafted the northwest ordinance and voiced his concern that the constitution lacked bill of rights
- 1787 he published his persuasive defense of the constitution of gov of the United States of America
- signed the constitution of America in 1778
- help create bill of rights
- presented the great compromise
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- idea introduced New Jersey plan
- proposed the amendments to the constitution/the bill of rights/fourth president
- provided the first ten amendments to the constitution
- didn’t sign constitution because it lacked bill of rights/didn’t want constitution to become too powerful
- defended the principals underlying the constitution and delegate of New York
12 Clues: help create bill of rights • presented the great compromise • idea introduced New Jersey plan • signed the constitution of America in 1778 • provided the first ten amendments to the constitution • defended the principals underlying the constitution and delegate of New York • proposed the amendments to the constitution/the bill of rights/fourth president • ...
Third nine weeks study guide pt 1 2021-03-03
19 Clues: IX • Right • Clause • Liberty • Culture • v. Wade • v. Yoder • Restraint • of Rights • v. Vitale • v. Wainwright • Incorporation • v. Des Moines • Process clause • Exercise Clause • v. United States • Protection Clause • Rights Act of 1965 • Rights Act of 1964
Constitution 2018-03-07
Across
- author of the Constitution
- compromised created bicameral legislature
- plan created for the small states
- plan for the large states based on population
- way to ensure no branch as too much power
- an addition to a document
- rights protected by the Bill of Rights
- every state gets equal representation
- an agreement between opposing groups
- group in favor of ratifying the Constitution
- approval of a document or policy
- branch that has the power to make or write laws
- branch that enforces laws
- amendment state rights
- legislative body having two chambers or houses
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- location of Constitutional Convention
- document outlining the fundamental principles and structures of government
- way to count slaves in the population
- deals with criminals
- amendment peoples' rights
- includes courts, judges, and the power to review laws and settle disagreements
- created bicameral legislature
- group that wanted the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution
- political system in which power is shared between a national/central govt. and state govts.
- amendment says no cruel and unusual punishment
- amendment protection from unreasonable searches and seizures
26 Clues: deals with criminals • amendment state rights • amendment peoples' rights • an addition to a document • branch that enforces laws • author of the Constitution • created bicameral legislature • approval of a document or policy • plan created for the small states • an agreement between opposing groups • location of Constitutional Convention • way to count slaves in the population • ...
Constitution 2018-03-07
Across
- approval of a document or policy
- compromised created bicameral legislature
- includes courts, judges, and the power to review laws and settle disagreements
- branch that enforces laws
- an agreement between opposing groups
- group that wanted the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution
- amendment says no cruel and unusual punishment
- amendment protection from unreasonable searches and seizures
- rights protected by the Bill of Rights
- branch that has the power to make or write laws
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- plan created for the small states
- every state gets equal representation
- amendment state rights
- political system in which power is shared between a national/central govt. and state govts.
- an addition to a document
- plan for the large states based on population
- location of Constitutional Convention
- document outlining the fundamental principles and structures of government
- created bicameral legislature
- way to count slaves in the population
- legislative body having two chambers or houses
- deals with criminals
- group in favor of ratifying the Constitution
- and balances way to ensure no branch as too much power
- amendment peoples' rights
- author of the Constitution
26 Clues: deals with criminals • amendment state rights • an addition to a document • branch that enforces laws • amendment peoples' rights • author of the Constitution • created bicameral legislature • approval of a document or policy • plan created for the small states • an agreement between opposing groups • every state gets equal representation • location of Constitutional Convention • ...
Bill Of Rights and Constitution crossword 2022-01-20
Across
- How many amendments did the
- Guarantees freedom from testifying against yourself
- What year was the constitution written?
- What house is based on population?
- Guarantees freedom from Double Jeopardy
- Where was the constitution created?
- The person most responsible for writing the Bill of Rights was
- Bill of Rights have?
- Which branch makes laws?
- Just because a right is not specifically mentioned in the Constitution does not mean the people are not entitled to that right
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- Guarantees freedom to assemble peacefully
- Guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial
- What Amendment states you have the right to bear arms
- protects against cruel and unusual punishment
- Guarantees freedom from quartering soldiers in our homes
- Of Rights The first 10 amendments to the Constitution are called the
- Police must get a warrant.
17 Clues: Bill of Rights have? • Which branch makes laws? • Police must get a warrant. • How many amendments did the • What house is based on population? • Where was the constitution created? • What year was the constitution written? • Guarantees freedom from Double Jeopardy • Guarantees freedom to assemble peacefully • protects against cruel and unusual punishment • ...
Constitution Basics Crossword 2024-01-08
Across
- system to ensure no branch overpowers another branch
- this branch interprets the laws
- this branch enforces the laws
- an official change to the Constitution
- head of the Executive Branch
- elected officials who vote on behalf of others
- number of houses in Congress
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- means the right to vote
- the separation of powers between levels of government
- The President is actually elected by this
- the first 10 Amendments to the Constitution
- first in line to succeed the president
- defenders of the Constitution as-is (no bill of rights needed)
- official body that has the authority to hear cases
- this branch writes the laws
- opponnents of the Constitution without a bill of rights
- number of branches in the United States government
- The introductory section to the U.S. Constitution
- this must pass Congress & the President to become law
- when a law violates the Constitution
20 Clues: means the right to vote • this branch writes the laws • head of the Executive Branch • number of houses in Congress • this branch enforces the laws • this branch interprets the laws • when a law violates the Constitution • first in line to succeed the president • an official change to the Constitution • The President is actually elected by this • ...
consultation crossword 2022-04-18
Across
- the third president.
- the federal government had no power to _______.
- the second president.
- The number of justices in the Supreme Court
- he was the first president.
- bill of _____.
- delegates debated over how much _____.
- ____ of rights
- enforces laws
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- there are this many amendments to the constitution today.
- interpret laws
- the fourth president.
- formal plan of government.
- makes laws
- The person who leads the executive branch
15 Clues: makes laws • enforces laws • interpret laws • bill of _____. • ____ of rights • the third president. • the fourth president. • the second president. • formal plan of government. • he was the first president. • delegates debated over how much _____. • The person who leads the executive branch • The number of justices in the Supreme Court • the federal government had no power to _______. • ...
Chapter 8-9 Vocab & People 2024-10-19
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- Powers that are limited
- Rights guaranteed by the Bill of Rights.
- Essays defending the Constitution.
- Territory covered by the land Ordinance of 1785.
- Opposing the Constitution.
- Supporters of the Constitution.
- Army of farmers in Massachusetts who are in debt.
- Belief that the government should be based on the people.
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- First 10 Amendments.
- Proposal of a Three branches and Two house legislature.
- Branches exercising checks, and control over other branches.
- Proposal of a One-House legislature.
- Shared Power among the Government & the States.
- Official Approval.
- Agreement of a two house legislature.
15 Clues: Official Approval. • First 10 Amendments. • Powers that are limited • Opposing the Constitution. • Supporters of the Constitution. • Essays defending the Constitution. • Proposal of a One-House legislature. • Agreement of a two house legislature. • Rights guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. • Shared Power among the Government & the States. • ...
Gov CAP Project 2023-05-11
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- When your vote matters
- Old fashioned primaries
- Civil ___; from Bill of rights
- Those running who are currently in office
- Presidential response to bills
- ___ Clause, gives congress power to pass necessary laws
- Citizens select representatives in this
- Second in line to succeed the president
- Stronger part of Congress
- Amendment in question under Engel v. Vitale
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- Rights Life, liberty, and property
- Taken every 10 years
- State that wanted representation based on pop.
- Talk to death
- Type of grant for a specific area
- Replaced Articles
- Both state and national government
- Written in the constitution
- Proposed law
- Supporters of the US Const
20 Clues: Proposed law • Talk to death • Replaced Articles • Taken every 10 years • When your vote matters • Old fashioned primaries • Stronger part of Congress • Supporters of the US Const • Written in the constitution • Civil ___; from Bill of rights • Presidential response to bills • Type of grant for a specific area • Both state and national government • Rights Life, liberty, and property • ...
VOCAB 2023-01-12
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- the worst type of crime
- introduction to bill of rights
- govenor the next govener if the main one were to die
- branch that makes laws
- branch branch that decides laws
- court hightest judicial court
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- a group of people appointed for a function
- of powers an act seperating the branches
- assembly the legislative assembly
- branch that puts laws into effect
- doc. writen in 1789 declaring freedom from GB
- less serious crime
- freedom that belongs to everyone
- election election of canidits for office
- of rights first 10 admentments
15 Clues: less serious crime • branch that makes laws • the worst type of crime • court hightest judicial court • introduction to bill of rights • of rights first 10 admentments • branch branch that decides laws • freedom that belongs to everyone • assembly the legislative assembly • branch that puts laws into effect • of powers an act seperating the branches • ...
Bill O Rights 2021-01-12
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- an alteration or change that adds to, improves, or corrects a motion or bill
- this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment
- The state wants to build a highway, but the current land owners don't want to sell. What power could the government use?
- The branch of the federal government responsible for writing of amendments
- the number of people on a jury
- the document to which the bill of rights is attached
- court the only court established by the constitution and usually rules only on issues of national importance two words
- the 10th Amendment protects the rights of ______
- another name for the first 10 amendments three words
- local police officers are hired by your town. the federal goverment has no power over them listed in the Constitution. This an example of powers covered by the ____ amendment.
- This amendment allows you to be silent if your testimony will incriminate you
- I petition the government to build a Death Star. Which Amendment gives me this right?
- A national or central government that has powers greater than individual state governments
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- amendment four says your possessions can’t be taken from you without a
- the amount of states that must approve an amendment for it to become a law
- The right to travel, for example is covered by this
- the branch of the federal government that is in charge of the court system
- amendment five says you can’t be tried twice using the same _________
- the name of the legal body that is responsible for writing in passing amendments
- the number of amendments contained in the Bill of Rights
- The court will provide me with an attorney because of amendment _____
- Amendment II allows you to possess this if you choose
- this freedom is one of the three basic freedoms protected by the First Amendment
- the amount of each of the houses of Congress that must approve an amendment for it to be submitted to the states for their approval
- this amendment says you can’t be forced to house or feed a soldier during peacetime
- this Amendment guarantees a trial by jury in civil cases
- this Amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant
27 Clues: the number of people on a jury • the 10th Amendment protects the rights of ______ • The right to travel, for example is covered by this • this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment • the document to which the bill of rights is attached • another name for the first 10 amendments three words • Amendment II allows you to possess this if you choose • ...
Bill of Rights Crossword Puzzle 2025-03-17
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- , Second amendment had the right to bear____.
- Process , A legal process established to make sure people are not punished without first being proven guilty in a fair trial
- , Supported the Bill of Rights
- , The first 10 amendments to the Constitution
- , Which amendment declares that people have more rights than the Bill of Rights?
- , Did not support the Bill of Rights
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- , 7th amendment deals with _____law.
- , 6th amendment have right to a _____.
- , 8th amendment protects against cruel and unusual ___.
- , 10th amendment key part in _____.
- , Which amendment is the government cannot force anyone to house soldiers
- , 5th amendment you have the right to remain _____.
- , The second amendment protects against illegal search and _____.
- , The first amendment protects against freedom of speech press religion petition and ____.
14 Clues: , Supported the Bill of Rights • , 10th amendment key part in _____. • , 7th amendment deals with _____law. • , 6th amendment have right to a _____. • , Did not support the Bill of Rights • , The first 10 amendments to the Constitution • , 5th amendment you have the right to remain _____. • , 8th amendment protects against cruel and unusual ___. • ...
The First Amendment (The Bill of Rights) 2025-02-05
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- freedom to practice any ____ you want
- the bill of rights is in the ____ amendment
- the highest court in the land
- the president heads this branch
- congress makes up this branch
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- the highest court in the land makes up this branch
- freedom to ask the government to change
- the bill of rights is in this document
- freedom to gather together for change
- freedom to state your opinion
- freedom to share information
- there are _____ main freedoms in the bill of rights
12 Clues: freedom to share information • freedom to state your opinion • the highest court in the land • congress makes up this branch • the president heads this branch • freedom to practice any ____ you want • freedom to gather together for change • the bill of rights is in this document • freedom to ask the government to change • the bill of rights is in the ____ amendment • ...
Bill of rights cross word 2025-01-13
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- basic rights and freedoms that protect you from government overreach
- a system of government where power is shared between a national government and state governments
- advocated for the bill of rights to protect individual liberties from the newly formed federal government
- basic rights and freedoms that people have which are considered to be protected from undue governmental interference
- the legal idea that the bill of rights originally meant to limit only the federal government also applies to state governments
- official changes or additions to a document like the Constitution
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- initially opposed a bill of rights arguing that the Constitution ready protected individual liberties
- rights guaranteed to citizens by a country’s constitution
- the primary author of the bill of rights
- the government must follow fair procedures before taking away someone’s life liberty or property
- the formal approval of something usually a treaty contract or amendment making it officially valid
11 Clues: the primary author of the bill of rights • rights guaranteed to citizens by a country’s constitution • official changes or additions to a document like the Constitution • basic rights and freedoms that protect you from government overreach • a system of government where power is shared between a national government and state governments • ...
Government Crossword Puzzle 2025-06-15
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- – To formally approve something, like the Constitution.
- of the Grned An – The permission to be ruled.
- – Wanted a Bill of Rights to protect freedoms.
- Powers – Powers shared by both the state and national governments.
- Government – A government that must follow laws and can’t do everything it wants.
- – The process of applying the Bill of Rights to the states.
- Compact – An agreement signed by Pilgrims to follow fair laws.
- Powers – Things the government is not allowed to do.
- Powers – Powers saved just for the states.
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- – A supporter of the U.S. Constitution during ratification.
- Domain – The government can take land if it pays fair compensation, and BalThe ances – Branches of government can stop each other’s powers.
- – Something that follows the rules of the Constitution.
- Review – The Power of courts to say a law is unconstitutional.
- Powers – Powers listed for the national government.
- Carta – A 1215 document from England that limited the king’s power.
- Contract – An Agreement between the government. Protection of Law – Laws apply to everyone, even leaders.
- Bill of Rights – A 1689 document giving English people basic rights.
- Process – Fair treatment under the law.
18 Clues: Process – Fair treatment under the law. • Powers – Powers saved just for the states. • of the Grned An – The permission to be ruled. • – Wanted a Bill of Rights to protect freedoms. • Powers – Powers listed for the national government. • Powers – Things the government is not allowed to do. • – To formally approve something, like the Constitution. • ...
Constitution Crossword 2018-01-19
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- Senate rule that stops a debate
- also known as the executive branch of the government
- a draft of a proposed law
- the last clause of section 8 of the Constitution's first article
- The Bill of Rights has 10 of these
- an official count of the population
- part of the legislative branch that makes and passes federal laws
- non-specific rights that are used to help carry out enumerated powers
- the USA's system of government
- all of the legislative branch (both senate and house of representatives)
- system of counterbalancing influences thought of by James Madison
- the use of speeches to delay/stop the passing of a bill
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- also known as the judicial branch of the government
- powers that are listed out clearly
- list of amendments that ensure civil rights
- one of the three branches of government that is made up of the president
- a controversial political doctrine
- one of the three branches of government that is made up of the senate and house of representatives
- one of the three branches of government that is made up of the supreme court
- part of the legislative branch that makes bills
20 Clues: a draft of a proposed law • the USA's system of government • Senate rule that stops a debate • powers that are listed out clearly • The Bill of Rights has 10 of these • a controversial political doctrine • an official count of the population • list of amendments that ensure civil rights • part of the legislative branch that makes bills • ...
THE GEORGIA GOVERNMENT AND ASSEMBLY 2023-03-23
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- An organization of a colony
- A official paper for rights
- Place of Justice
- The working area of the government
- A ownership of an area
- A group of government officials
- The act of Justice
- Active in the Bill of Rights
- The law area of the government
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- The foundation of the government
- Government and Judicial law area
- A resident of a country
- A commandment in a government
- A organization built on something
- A group of people
- A objective your allowed to do
- The act of making a group of a supply
- A group of laws
- Area stretching out in the government
- Choosing a leader
20 Clues: A group of laws • Place of Justice • A group of people • Choosing a leader • The act of Justice • A ownership of an area • A resident of a country • An organization of a colony • A official paper for rights • Active in the Bill of Rights • A commandment in a government • A objective your allowed to do • The law area of the government • A group of government officials • ...
THE GEORGIA GOVERNMENT AND ASSEMBLY 2023-03-23
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- An organization of a colony
- A official paper for rights
- Place of Justice
- The working area of the government
- A ownership of an area
- A group of government officials
- The act of Justice
- Active in the Bill of Rights
- The law area of the government
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- The foundation of the government
- Government and Judicial law area
- A resident of a country
- A commandment in a government
- A organization built on something
- A group of people
- A objective your allowed to do
- The act of making a group of a supply
- A group of laws
- Area stretching out in the government
- Choosing a leader
20 Clues: A group of laws • Place of Justice • A group of people • Choosing a leader • The act of Justice • A ownership of an area • A resident of a country • An organization of a colony • A official paper for rights • Active in the Bill of Rights • A commandment in a government • A objective your allowed to do • The law area of the government • A group of government officials • ...
Branches of Government 2024-03-14
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- What does the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment prohibit?
- What is the second amendment of the Bill of Rights?
- which branch of government writes laws
- How many amendments make up the Bill of Rights?
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- which branch of government interprets laws
- the first 10 amendments are called
- What is the first amendment of the Bill of Rights?
- Minimum age become a president
- A proposed law
- Change to constitution
10 Clues: A proposed law • Change to constitution • Minimum age become a president • the first 10 amendments are called • which branch of government writes laws • which branch of government interprets laws • How many amendments make up the Bill of Rights? • What is the first amendment of the Bill of Rights? • What is the second amendment of the Bill of Rights? • ...
JACEY CLARKE 2017-03-07
18 Clues: 1787 • 1802 • 6000 • 1803 • system • rights • elections • basic laws • laws of Ohio • office terms • great powers • bill of rights • general simbly • widespread unhappiness • be elected by the votes • power the govnor lacked • constitutional convention • replace the constitutional
Samuel W. Constitution Crossword 2018-01-19
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- one of the three branches of government that is made up of the president
- powers that are listed out clearly
- a draft of a proposed law
- an official count of the population
- the use of speeches to delay/stop the passing of a bill
- Senate rule that stops a debate
- a controversial political doctrine
- the USA's system of government
- all of the legislative branch (both senate and house of representatives)
- one of the three branches of government that is made up of the supreme court
- part of the legislative branch that makes bills
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- also known as the judicial branch of the government
- part of the legislative branch that makes and passes federal laws
- the last clause of section 8 of the Constitution's first article
- one of the three branches of government that is made up of the senate and house of representatives
- non-specific rights that are used to help carry out enumerated powers
- also known as the executive branch of the government
- system of counterbalancing influences thought of by James Madison
- list of amendments that ensure civil rights
- The Bill of Rights has 10 of these
20 Clues: a draft of a proposed law • the USA's system of government • Senate rule that stops a debate • powers that are listed out clearly • a controversial political doctrine • The Bill of Rights has 10 of these • an official count of the population • list of amendments that ensure civil rights • part of the legislative branch that makes bills • ...
Civics Q3 Review 2022-03-08
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- IN CIVIL LAW, PEOPLE ARE SUING FOR ________
- THE 19TH AMENDMENDMENT HELPED WITH WOMEN'S _____
- THIS TYPE OF LAW APPLIES TO PEOPLE IN THE NAVY
- THESE PEOPLE WANTED A BILL OF RIGHTS ADDED TO THE CONSITUTION
- THE LEGAL PROCEDURES WHEN DEALING WITH THE ACCUSED
- THESE PEOPLE WANTED TO RATIFY THE CONSTITUTION AS IT WAS ORIGINALLY WRITTEN
- THE TYPES OF CASES THE SUPREME COURT USUALLY HEARS
- YOUR RIGHTS ARE LIMITED IF THEY CREATE CLEAR AND PRESENT ________
- THE 26TH AMENDMENDMENT GOT RID OF _______
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- THE BILL OF RIGHTS IS MEANT TO ______ YOUR RIGHTS
- THE PERSON WHO RUNS THE COURTROOM
- THE 13TH AMENDMENT _______ SLAVERY
- HIGHEST COURT IN THE LAND
- AMERICAN COURTS OPERATE ON AN _______ SYSTEM
- THE 14TH AMENDMENT GIVES US THIS
- A FAMOUS FEDERALIST
- THIS TYPE OF LAW CAN PUT PEOPLE IN JAIL
- THIS AMENDMENT PROTECTS YOU FORM UNREASONABLE SEARCHES BY POLICE
- THE FIRST TEN AMENDMENTS
- THIS AMENDMENT KEEPS SOLDIERS FROM STAYING AT YOUR HOUSE
20 Clues: A FAMOUS FEDERALIST • THE FIRST TEN AMENDMENTS • HIGHEST COURT IN THE LAND • THE 14TH AMENDMENT GIVES US THIS • THE PERSON WHO RUNS THE COURTROOM • THE 13TH AMENDMENT _______ SLAVERY • THIS TYPE OF LAW CAN PUT PEOPLE IN JAIL • THE 26TH AMENDMENDMENT GOT RID OF _______ • IN CIVIL LAW, PEOPLE ARE SUING FOR ________ • AMERICAN COURTS OPERATE ON AN _______ SYSTEM • ...
Fundamental Principles and Influential Documents 2025-09-06
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- Fundamental political __________ and concepts define and shape American constitutional government
- Each branch of government can _______ the power of the others
- The _______ Carta
- The Bill of Rights are the first ______ amendments to the Constitution
- The Judicial Branch ________ the laws
- The Virginia Declaration of Rights served as a _______ for the Bill of Rights
- The Executive branch _______ the laws
- Citizens elect representatives to run the government of their behalf
- The _________ of the Virginia Company of London guaranteed the colonists the same rights they had in England
- When _________ came to America, they brought English Common Law with them
- Government power is restricted (_________) by laws and a constitution
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- The division of power among the three branches of government (___________ of Powers)
- A system where government powers are divided between national and state levels
- English Common Law is based on _______ decisions
- The Legislative branch ______ the laws
- Everyone must follow the law ("_____ of law")
- The first three words of the Constitution "We the ________"
- Government derives its power from the _________ of the governed
- People have basic _______ that should be protected
19 Clues: The _______ Carta • The Judicial Branch ________ the laws • The Executive branch _______ the laws • The Legislative branch ______ the laws • Everyone must follow the law ("_____ of law") • English Common Law is based on _______ decisions • People have basic _______ that should be protected • The first three words of the Constitution "We the ________" • ...
crossword puzzle 2022-06-03
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- statements of expenses
- the right to act, speak, or think as one without restraint
- the system of rules
- the state of being equal
- a large meeting of people to talk about their ideas and interest or make decisions as a group
- favoring strict obedience to authority
- law to protect and promote human rights
- possession of land or property as a tenant
- promotion of hatred against a group
- courts of limited jurisdiction
- federal statue and bill of rights entacted by the parliament of canada
- statement of expenses
- refer to a law of local
- court that is authorized to apply principles of equity
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- the right to identity and right to a nationality for a child
- the condition of having paid work
- a person who takes part in an organized attempt to influence legislators canadaofcharterrightsandfreedom a bill of rights entrenched in the constitution of canada
- relies on a workplace that meets requirements for accessibility
- provincial legislators
- a right that is belong justifiably to every person
- is the legeslation passed by the parliament of canada
- system of segregation
- respect to employment without discrimination or harassment
23 Clues: the system of rules • system of segregation • statement of expenses • statements of expenses • provincial legislators • refer to a law of local • the state of being equal • courts of limited jurisdiction • the condition of having paid work • promotion of hatred against a group • favoring strict obedience to authority • law to protect and promote human rights • ...
crossword puzzle 2022-06-03
Across
- the condition of having paid work
- court that is authorized to apply principles of equity
- favouring strict obedience to authority
- system of segregation
- the right to identity and right to a nationality for a child
- the state of being equal
- federal statue and bill of rights entacted by the parliament of canada
- a right that is belong justifiably to every person
- statement of expenses
- promotion of hatred against a group
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- law to protect and promote human rights
- relies on a workplace that meets requirements for accessibility
- is the legeslation passed by the parliament of canada
- gives provincial legislators
- a person who takes part in an organized attempt to influence legislators canadaofcharterrightsandfreedom a bill of rights entrenched in the constitution of canada
- the right to act,speak, or think as one without restraint
- statements of expenses
- possession of land or property as a tenant
- the system of rules
- a large meeting of people to talk about their ideas and interest or make decisions as a group
- respect to employment without discrimination or harassment
- refer to a law of local
- courts of limited jurisdiction
23 Clues: the system of rules • system of segregation • statement of expenses • statements of expenses • refer to a law of local • the state of being equal • gives provincial legislators • courts of limited jurisdiction • the condition of having paid work • promotion of hatred against a group • law to protect and promote human rights • favouring strict obedience to authority • ...
The Bill of Rights 2022-11-03
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- Which amendment protects you from searches without reason?
- How many amendments are there?
- What is the highest court in the U.S.
- The second amendments allows you to ___.
- The fifth amendment protects you from __ jeopardy.
- Which amendment protects you from unusual punishment?
- The first amendment lets you to _____ .
- The seventh amendment is a ____ by jury.
- Protection from ___ of troops.
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- The tenth amendment is power of the _____.
- The sixth amendment allows you to have a?
- Which amendment lets you speak freely?
- The ninth amendment is power of the _____.
- Who is the head of state?
- The second amendment lets you have a well regulated ____.
15 Clues: Who is the head of state? • How many amendments are there? • Protection from ___ of troops. • What is the highest court in the U.S. • Which amendment lets you speak freely? • The first amendment lets you to _____ . • The second amendments allows you to ___. • The seventh amendment is a ____ by jury. • The sixth amendment allows you to have a? • ...
Bill of Rights crossword 2020-02-05
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- The 7th Amendment gives you the right to a trial by ___
- Under the 1st Amendment, you have the right to peacefully __
- You can't make a law removing your freedom of ___
- The 9th Amendment gives you rights not listed in the __
- You have the ___ to a speedy and public trial
- arms According to the 2nd Amendment, you have the right to ___
- The 1st Amendment allows you to practice your ___ freely
- The 2nd Amendment says there can be a well regulated ___
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- 5th Amendment does not allow ___ jeopardy
- Law enforcement needs this to search your home.
- 5th Amendment allows you __
- Gathering signatures to make a change is called a ___
- The 6th Amendment gives you the right to a ___ jury
- of rights The name for the first ten amendments of the Constitution
- If you are a defendant, you have the right to a ___
15 Clues: 5th Amendment allows you __ • 5th Amendment does not allow ___ jeopardy • You have the ___ to a speedy and public trial • Law enforcement needs this to search your home. • You can't make a law removing your freedom of ___ • The 6th Amendment gives you the right to a ___ jury • If you are a defendant, you have the right to a ___ • ...
Bill of Rights Crossword 2022-01-21
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- what day was the BoR accepted
- who supported the BoR?
- who wrote the bill of rights?
- what month was the BoR established in?
- cannot be violated
- what is needed to search your belongings
- was established in 1791
- BoR guarantees what?
- freedom to ______
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- 5th amendment prevents _________
- states didn't ratify until 1939
- who was the BoR inspired by?
- what is read to you at arrest
- what day was the BoR rejected on?
- what was the BoR inspired by?
15 Clues: freedom to ______ • cannot be violated • BoR guarantees what? • who supported the BoR? • was established in 1791 • who was the BoR inspired by? • what day was the BoR accepted • what is read to you at arrest • who wrote the bill of rights? • what was the BoR inspired by? • states didn't ratify until 1939 • 5th amendment prevents _________ • what day was the BoR rejected on? • ...
Constitution & Bill Of Rights 2022-02-11
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- Father of the Constitution
- The President of the Constitution
- Article 1
- 1st written in colonial America
- Powers of people &
- the power or scope to act as one
- Virginia Located in
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- Limits of fines &
- Religious & Political
- Limited of powers
- Article 2
- promised to obey laws passed
- Idea from
- Article 3
- Changes made to the Constitution
15 Clues: Article 2 • Idea from • Article 1 • Article 3 • Limits of fines & • Limited of powers • Powers of people & • Virginia Located in • Religious & Political • Father of the Constitution • promised to obey laws passed • 1st written in colonial America • Changes made to the Constitution • the power or scope to act as one • The President of the Constitution
Constitution & Bill of Rights 2023-10-16
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- how many articles are in the constitution
- how many senate are there for each state
- Talks about how legislative branch will work
- Has two houses representatives and senate
- Who is one of the people who help create the constitution
- who interprets laws
- Freedom of Speech, Religon,Press, and Assembly
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- What type of government is the U.S
- Free Exercise clause is a clause based on
- Who is in charge of the executive branch
- what does the constitution start with
- how many amendments are in the original bill of rights
- Clause that makes it so Government cannot promote religion
- which amendment allows you to bear arms
- True or False: The government can censor you because it does not agree with your opinion
15 Clues: who interprets laws • What type of government is the U.S • what does the constitution start with • which amendment allows you to bear arms • how many senate are there for each state • Who is in charge of the executive branch • Free Exercise clause is a clause based on • how many articles are in the constitution • Has two houses representatives and senate • ...
Bill of Rights Vocabulary 2023-09-27
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- DNA evidence was used to _________ the criminal and lock him up for good.
- The __________ moderator managed the debate and did not show favoritism to either politician.
- The police officer was cited for a violation of ___________ because he illegally searched the car without cause or warrant.
- If Jim is not paid the money he is owed, he will go to court to seek ________.
- The organization planned to __________ the mayor to investigate the issue.
- A change in the law is needed, but none of the senators think that an ________ would be approved.
- Because we __________ children under 18 from buying cigarettes, underage smoking is on the decline.
- Fighting for their ___________, the men could not wait to be free from the King of England.
- Having that much work to do at home will only _________ upon my time with my family.
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- If you do not take your medicine, you will put your health in ____________.
- States must take effective measures to ensure that all persons entitled to vote are able to ___________ that right.
- As soon as the miners heard about the opportunity for __________, they packed up their homes and went in search of gold
- The automobile cover will _________ the car’s windows during the hailstorm.
- The manager will __________ many of his duties to the new assistant manager.
- Unfortunately, half of the legislators refuse to __________ a bill that would increase funding for public schools.
15 Clues: DNA evidence was used to _________ the criminal and lock him up for good. • The organization planned to __________ the mayor to investigate the issue. • If you do not take your medicine, you will put your health in ____________. • The automobile cover will _________ the car’s windows during the hailstorm. • ...
Bill Of Rights Crossword 2024-12-12
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- basic freedoms to think and act that all people have that are protected against government abuse (2 words
- Communication of actions through symbols and actions (2 words)
- printed defamatory statement
- which amendment grants freedom of religion
- which amendment gives unlisted rights
- which amendment gives the right to bear arms
- spoken defamatory statement
- which amendment gives the states rights
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- following established and complete legal procedures (2 words)
- Clause that declares the gov't can't take action that creates an official religion or support one.
- rights to fair and equal status and treatment (2 words)
- a legal term for speech or actions that seek to prevent materials from being published
- crime of making war against the U.S
- which amendment says the government cannot quarter soldiers in citizen's homes
- which amendment gives everyone 18 and over the right to vote
15 Clues: spoken defamatory statement • printed defamatory statement • crime of making war against the U.S • which amendment gives unlisted rights • which amendment gives the states rights • which amendment grants freedom of religion • which amendment gives the right to bear arms • rights to fair and equal status and treatment (2 words) • ...
Bill Of Rights & Constitution 2024-04-25
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- Power divided
- Governing authority of a political unit
- power of privilege
- Jury decides guilt in a case
- Formal consent to a treaty
- Show evidence of involvement in a crime
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- Being treated fairly
- Sharing power
- Breaking the law
- Happiness and well being
- Freedom to live
- The quality of being free
- Legal document to allow to do something
- Things that come together
- People sworn to render a true answer on a question
15 Clues: Sharing power • Power divided • Freedom to live • Breaking the law • power of privilege • Being treated fairly • Happiness and well being • The quality of being free • Things that come together • Formal consent to a treaty • Jury decides guilt in a case • Governing authority of a political unit • Legal document to allow to do something • Show evidence of involvement in a crime • ...
MWH Unit 3 - Challenges to Tradition 2022-11-16
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- Hobbes promoted people giving up _______ in exchange for government security.
- What document provided rights to nobles? (two words)
- Effect of Glorious Revolution was the monarch could only rule with the consent of the _______________.
- The US Bill of Rights was influenced by _____
- The idea that people will surrender their freedoms in exchange for safety and security is called the _____ ______.
- Both the __________ revolution and the Age of Enlightenment challenged ideas and teachings.
- The _______ of King Charles I made other European rulers nervous about their rule.
- Constitutionalism promotes __________ government.
- Put on trial for heresy because scientific ideas contradicted church teachings
- The idea that life and liberty were natural rights was part of the Age of ________.
- The Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights and the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of Citizen all limited the power of the __________
- Believed in the separation of the branches of government
- These were written to challenge indulgences and suggest changes to the Catholic Church
- Some practices of the Catholic Church had become corrupt and this led to the Protestant _______.
- First scientist who proposed the heliocentric theory
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- Absolute monarchs believed in expanding territory through _______.
- Lock believed that people had the right to overthrow the _________ if it didn't protect their rights.
- _______ _______ wrote the 95 Theses
- The belief in centralized rule dominated by a powerful sovereign
- _________ officials feared that the ideas of the Scientific Revolution would undermine their influence.
- Copernicus and Galileo challenged and contradicted traditional ________ teachings.
- After the Glorious Revolution, Great Britain became a _____________ monarchy.
- The English Bill of Rights _____________ the monarchy.
- Autocratic rule is another way of saying ________ rule.
- King James I and other absolute monarchs believed in the idea of _________ right.
- John ________________ promoted the idea that life, liberty and property were natural rights.
- Which enlightenment thinker would have supported absolute monarchies as the best form of government?
- Voltaire promoted the idea of freedom of _______.
- Sale of ________ to gain forgiveness was not part of Martin Luther's teachings.
- King Louis XIV and Peter the Great did not encourage _____________ tolerance.
30 Clues: _______ _______ wrote the 95 Theses • The US Bill of Rights was influenced by _____ • Constitutionalism promotes __________ government. • Voltaire promoted the idea of freedom of _______. • What document provided rights to nobles? (two words) • First scientist who proposed the heliocentric theory • The English Bill of Rights _____________ the monarchy. • ...
CJR CIVICS BILL of RIGHTS 2023-11-07
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- The V Amendment deals with our rights in ___ cases
- ___ Hyatt knows his Bill of Rights
- ___ This student often pleads the Fifth when questioned by Mr. Murray
- The First 10 ___ to our Constitution are the Bill of Rights
- ___ Russell knows the freedoms protected by our First Amendment
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- The VIII Amendment protects us against excessive ___
- The Bill of ___ are the first 10 amendments to our Constitution
- ___Bjorn sometimes stains the limits of his First Amendment Rights
- The IV Amendment deals with search and arrest ___
- The VI Amendment deals with our right to a fair ___
- The Second Amendment grants the Right to ___ Arms
11 Clues: ___ Hyatt knows his Bill of Rights • The IV Amendment deals with search and arrest ___ • The Second Amendment grants the Right to ___ Arms • The V Amendment deals with our rights in ___ cases • The VI Amendment deals with our right to a fair ___ • The VIII Amendment protects us against excessive ___ • The First 10 ___ to our Constitution are the Bill of Rights • ...
Bill of rights and constitution 2023-10-20
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- who signed bill of rights first
- who signed the constitution first
- amendment to search
- 4th amendment
- right to trial by jury
- amendment for religion
- amendment to fair trial
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- amendment to quarter soldiers
- 7 of these in constitution
- seven how many amendments are there
- arms the 2nd amendment
- who wrote the bill of rights
- can the govt mess with religion
- every person has the right to be in court
- no cruel punishment
- amendment to bear arms
- 27 of these in the constitution
17 Clues: 4th amendment • no cruel punishment • amendment to search • right to trial by jury • amendment for religion • arms the 2nd amendment • amendment to bear arms • amendment to fair trial • 7 of these in constitution • who wrote the bill of rights • amendment to quarter soldiers • who signed bill of rights first • can the govt mess with religion • 27 of these in the constitution • ...
Social Studies 8 2015-03-18
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- Our current Governor General
- there are _____ branches of the federal government
- _____ of Rights and Freedoms
- current Prime Minister
- Joe Oliver is the Minister of _______
- being able to move is a ______ right
- the Queen's representative in Canada
- the freedom of peaceful _______
- you can run for political _____ when you are 18
- means safety
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- Minister Health
- means freedom
- to treat someone unfairly based on their perceived membership in a group
- the charter was implemented in 19_____
- Implemented the Saskatchewan Bill of Rights in 1947
- voting age in Canada
- being able to vote is a _____ right
- Minister of Agriculture
- Maximum # of years between elections
- the anti-terrorism bill
20 Clues: means safety • means freedom • Minister Health • voting age in Canada • current Prime Minister • Minister of Agriculture • the anti-terrorism bill • Our current Governor General • _____ of Rights and Freedoms • the freedom of peaceful _______ • being able to vote is a _____ right • being able to move is a ______ right • the Queen's representative in Canada • ...
Civics Reveiw: Campbell 2023-04-12
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- first 10 amendments in the constitution
- Quartering of soldiers
- States' rights
- Minnesota governor
- Joe Biden
- Article I
- Rights Retained by the People
- Search and arrest
- Written rule by the government
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- Freedoms, Petitions, Assembly, Religion, speech
- Right to bear arms
- Bail, fines, punishment
- Right to a fair trial
- Rights in civil cases
- Legislature, executive, judicial
- Article II
- Rights in criminal cases
- vice president
- president rejects a bill
- Article III
20 Clues: Joe Biden • Article I • Article II • Article III • States' rights • vice president • Search and arrest • Right to bear arms • Minnesota governor • Right to a fair trial • Rights in civil cases • Quartering of soldiers • Bail, fines, punishment • Rights in criminal cases • president rejects a bill • Rights Retained by the People • Written rule by the government • Legislature, executive, judicial • ...
Jeremy hajzus Enlightenment and Revolution 2023-12-20
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- ether centered
- looked at the sky
- fair govt
- nerd meeting
- simple
- rights for safety
- enlightened leader
- thought should be based of reson
- govt system
- sun centered
- nerd in the 1700s
- separation of powers
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- enlightened way of thought
- female russian tsar
- revolution of science
- signed the declaration of independence
- belief in god
- extra fancy
- philosopher social contrast
- women's rights
- 1776 important document
- made laws of gravity
- observation question hypothesis experiment conclusion
- versatile writer
- bill that gave people rights
- locked in natural rights
26 Clues: simple • fair govt • extra fancy • govt system • nerd meeting • sun centered • belief in god • ether centered • women's rights • versatile writer • looked at the sky • rights for safety • nerd in the 1700s • enlightened leader • female russian tsar • made laws of gravity • separation of powers • revolution of science • 1776 important document • locked in natural rights • enlightened way of thought • ...
SS 2021-09-30
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- Andrew Johnson
- Reconstruction Act radical reconstruction
- Davis Bill radical republican bill
- Steven
- amendment those born in the USA are entitled to their rights
- Black Codes controlled African Americans
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- Amendment freed slaves
- deny
- Rights Act of 1866 citizenship
- Republicans thadd
- Bureau helped freed African Americans and poor whites
- Amendment voting law
- Percent Plan Lincoln
- of Office Act restrict power
- Klux Klan white supremacist
15 Clues: deny • Steven • Andrew Johnson • Republicans thadd • Amendment voting law • Percent Plan Lincoln • Amendment freed slaves • Klux Klan white supremacist • of Office Act restrict power • Rights Act of 1866 citizenship • Davis Bill radical republican bill • Black Codes controlled African Americans • Reconstruction Act radical reconstruction • ...
Physical Aspects of Parliament 2021-09-27
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- Cases that deal with problems between people or organizations
- This states that everyone is treated equally under the law and the law applies equally to everyone
- Created in 1867, this document layed out the structure of government in Canada and the division of powers between federal and provincial gov
- When people are held to the same standard and are all treated the same
- The official document that lays out the rights and responsibilities of Canadian citizens
- When people are unified under an idea or value
- The queen or her representative gives the OK for a bill to become a law
- This document lays out the rules and principles of Canada and specifies government responsibilities
- A law that makes all official services or business be communicated in french in the province of Quebec
- universal declaration of human rights Defines the rights and freedoms everyone in the world is entitled to.
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- This document contains the criminal law in Canada
- This contains the laws affecting people ages 12 to 17
- Rule by the people type of government
- When people are protesting government decisions without violence
- A proposed law
- Laws preventing discrimination and promoting rights within the province
16 Clues: A proposed law • Rule by the people type of government • When people are unified under an idea or value • This document contains the criminal law in Canada • This contains the laws affecting people ages 12 to 17 • Cases that deal with problems between people or organizations • When people are protesting government decisions without violence • ...
Unit 2 Test Review 2025-02-19
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- The Constitution created a _________ federal government.
- Number of amendments in the Bill of Rights
- Ordinance within the AOC
- Purpose of the DOI was to declare __________.
- document is dated July 4, 1776
- Branch that interprets law
- Levels of government
- Change to the Constitution
- Written to raise support for the Con.
- Early example
- AOC changes had to have _______ vote.
- Name of the King of England
- Pushed for Bill of Rights
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- The first document that established the government of the United States is the:
- Firm league of friendship
- Branch that makes laws
- The primary function of the U.S. Constitution is to provide
- Rights that everyone is born with that the government must protect
- DOI listed problems with this person
- According to Lincoln, was the DOI or CON more important?
- Northwest territory add land for ____ states.
- One of the natural rights listed in the DOI
- AOC Congress could not _____.
- AOC absent branch
- If the government harms the rights of the people the people can _________ the govt.
- author of the declaration
- Outlawed in the NW territory
- AOC made alliance
28 Clues: Early example • AOC absent branch • AOC made alliance • Levels of government • Branch that makes laws • Ordinance within the AOC • Firm league of friendship • author of the declaration • Pushed for Bill of Rights • Branch that interprets law • Change to the Constitution • Name of the King of England • Outlawed in the NW territory • AOC Congress could not _____. • ...
This is the End 2025-05-27
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- bill of rights
- The best class.....
- Complaints
- Better superhero
- separation of powers
- Most of the 7th graders
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- weak adam sandler movie
- Strong Central
- natural rights
- Tom Cruise movie
- First amendment
- which landmark case gave kids rights
- broke arm
- Dog name
- beginning of the constitution called
- weirdly obsessed with taco bell
16 Clues: Dog name • broke arm • Complaints • Strong Central • natural rights • bill of rights • First amendment • Tom Cruise movie • Better superhero • The best class..... • separation of powers • weak adam sandler movie • Most of the 7th graders • weirdly obsessed with taco bell • which landmark case gave kids rights • beginning of the constitution called
Government Crossword 2024-12-10
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- requirement from federal government on the states
- president stopping a bill
- clause stated in Article 1, Section 8, Clause 3 of the Constitution
- hated for creating “red tape”
- divides power between levels of government
- this theory states that interest groups stop the government from functioning
- delays action in Congress
- disagree with the majority
- ruled by few powerful people
- president trusts them with advice
- stops debate over a bill
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- who to thank for the Bill of Rights
- the beginning of the Constitution
- stops abuse from one branch of government
- states required to call a constitutional convention
- gives funding to candidates
- influences legislature decisions
- seeks re-election
- only happened to Andrew Johnson, Bill Clinton, and Donald Trump
- proposed law
20 Clues: proposed law • seeks re-election • stops debate over a bill • president stopping a bill • delays action in Congress • disagree with the majority • gives funding to candidates • ruled by few powerful people • hated for creating “red tape” • influences legislature decisions • the beginning of the Constitution • president trusts them with advice • who to thank for the Bill of Rights • ...
The Constitution 2020-11-08
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- the constitution uses ____ and balances to keep any one part of government from becoming too powerful
- the ____ court heads the judicial branch
- meeting that created the constitution, the Constitutional ____
- the Bill of Rights guarantees a ____ trial
- branch of government headed by the president
- number of amendments in the bill of rights
- branch of government that decides what is lawful
- in this part of Congress, states are represented equally
- name of the branch of government that makes laws
- number of Branches of Government
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- the last name of the father of the Constitution
- agreement in which each side gives up a little
- name of the compromise that resulted in dividing the legislative branch into the Senate and House of Representatives
- the government did not work well under the articles of _____
- initials of the delegate who explained what a compromise is
- kind of system in which states and a national government share power
- parts of the Constitution added after it was written
- first ten amendments of the constitution, the ___ of Rights
18 Clues: number of Branches of Government • the ____ court heads the judicial branch • the Bill of Rights guarantees a ____ trial • number of amendments in the bill of rights • branch of government headed by the president • agreement in which each side gives up a little • the last name of the father of the Constitution • branch of government that decides what is lawful • ...
