Hold ‘Em Up Review

A. Trying to find joy and contentment B. Can be seen just by looking at it C. Rights people are born with D. Powers that are fair WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS THE BEST DEFINITION OF “SELF- EVIDENT?”

A.September 17, 1787 B.July 17, 1776 C.July 4, 1876 D.July 4, 1776 ON WHAT DATE WAS THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE RATIFIED (APPROVED)?

A.They were tired of the way the British were treating them B.In England, the Parliament represented people in government C.The British government was too far away to deal with daily problems D.They were angry about the Stamp Act taxes THE FIRST COLONISTS STARTED THEIR OWN GOVERNMENTS BECAUSE:

A. Powers that are fair B. Permission of those under the government’s rule C. Trying to find joy and contentment D. Rights that cannot be taken away WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS THE BEST DEFINITION OF “CONSENT OF THE GOVERNED?”

A.They could not make their own glass, tea, or lead B.They were tired of the way the British were treating them C.The British government was too far away to deal with daily problems D.In England, the Parliament represented people in government THE COLONISTS DECLARED INDEPENDENCE BECAUSE:

A.Rights that cannot be taken away B.Trying to find joy and contentment C.Can be seen just by looking at it D.Powers that are fair WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS THE BEST DEFINITION OF “UNALIENABLE RIGHTS?”

A.The British government was too far away to deal with daily problems B.Britain was angry about the Stamp Act taxes C.The colonists won the Revolutionary War D.It was in debt after fighting expensive wars BRITAIN NEEDED A WAY TO MAKE MONEY BECAUSE:

A.Cannot be taken away B.Permission of those under government’s rule C.Powers that are fair D.Rights people are born with WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS THE BEST DEFINITION OF “NATURAL RIGHTS?”

A.Rights people are born with B.Cannot be taken away C.Powers that are fair D.Can be seen just by looking at it WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS THE BEST DEFINITION OF “JUST POWERS?”

A.Trying to find joy and contentment B.Permission of those under the government’s rule C.Rights that cannot be taken away D.Can be seen just by looking at it WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS THE BEST DEFINITION OF “PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS?”

Constitution Review Respond to each question by writing the answer on your white board.

What are the 3 branches of government? Executive (President) Legislative (Congress) Judicial (Courts)

Which “big idea” is it?? A person buys a rifle to go deer hunting. Rights Rule of Law Self-Government Due Process Limited Government Rights

The idea that all people must follow the laws, no matter who they are is… Rule of Law

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting the laws? Judicial

Which amendment is it? Gives you the freedom of speech. 1 st amendment

Which branch of government is responsible for making the laws? Legislative (Congress)

Which “big idea” is it? Dr. Jordan votes in November to help choose the next president. Self-Government Rule of Law Self-Government Due Process Limited Government Rights

True or false: Voting is both a right and a responsibility True

Which amendment is it? Protects you against unreasonable searches. 4 th amendment

True or false: Women have always had the right to vote? False

True or false: The President introduces and writes laws? False

Which branch of government is responsible for enforcing the laws? Executive

These are a set of things that people believe they should be able to do without restrictions. Rights

Which amendment? Gives you the “right to remain silent.” 5 th amendment

Which “big idea” is it? The President of the U.S. must pay income taxes. Rule of Law Rule of Law Self-Government Due Process Limited Government Rights

Government officials (like the police) having to follow certain rules (procedures) when enforcing the laws is known as... Due Process

True or false The Executive branch is made up of the House of Representatives and the Senate False

Which amendment? Gives you the right to own a gun. 2 nd amendment

Which “big idea?” A woman accused of a crime gets the help of a lawyer Due Process

People being able to make decisions and participate in government is known as… Self-Government

Which amendment? Protects you from excessive bails, fines, and punishments 8 th amendment

Which amendment? Protects you from having to house soldiers during peacetime. 3 rd amendment

Which “big idea?” The Constitution states what the government can and cannot do. Limited Government

Which “big idea?” A mother decides to take her children to church. Rights Rule of Law Self-Government Due Process Limited Government Rights

A government that has been limited in power by a constitution or written agreement is known as… Limited Government

Which amendment? Says that no person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law. 5 th amendment

Rule of Law Self-Government Due Process Limited Government Rights Rule of Law Which “big idea?” A celebrity gets pulled over for speeding and gets a ticket.

Which amendment? Gives you the right to make requests of or petition the government. 1 st amendment

Rule of Law Self-Government Due Process Limited Government Rights Which “big idea?” A citizen speaks at a city council meeting against allowing a golf course to be built in a city park. Self-Government

Which amendment? Gives you the right to a jury trial in most civil cases (suing). 7 th amendment

Which “big idea?” Your parent marches in a protest to stop the war in the Middle East. Rights

Which amendment? Protects your right to a speedy public trial with a jury in criminal cases. 6 th amendment

In which Document would you find the phrase: “All men are created equal”? Declaration of Independence

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