The Constitution

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Across
  1. 2. A system where people have the power to choose their leaders.
  2. 3. Fair treatment for all people.
  3. 6. Shared power between the national and state governments.
  4. 8. The ability or right to control or influence others.
  5. 9. of Law The idea that no one is above the law
  6. 13. The people and institutions that make and carry out laws.
  7. 14. A basic freedom, like speech or religion.
  8. 15. The leader of the executive branch in the United States.
  9. 17. A person who belongs to a country and has rights and duties.
Down
  1. 1. The beginning of the Constitution that states its goals.
  2. 4. What governments make to keep order and protect people.
  3. 5. Court The court that has the highest authority in the U.S.
  4. 6. The condition of being free.
  5. 7. A change or addition to the Constitution.
  6. 10. A group that makes laws for the nation.
  7. 11. The written plan for the government of the United States.
  8. 12. The right to make a choice in an election.
  9. 16. The fair and equal use of laws.
  10. 17. and Balances A system where each branch of government can limit the others