United States Government and Constitution

United States Government and ConstitutionChapter 9

A written form for government is calledA constitutionWhat was the purpose for writing the United States constitution?To make a new form of governmentName three well-known symbols of AmericaLiberty BellStatue of LibertySeal on MoneyAmerican Flag

What three main powers did the Articles of Confederation give Congress?Declare war, make treaties with other nations, and print and borrow moneyWhat three main powers did the Articles of Confederation not allow the government to do?Regulate trade, set up army, raise money for taxes, force states to obey its lawsA federal system of government is..A government in which states share power with a central government.What are the three branches of the government called?ExecutiveLegislativeJudicialWhat was the Great Compromise?It divided Congress into the Senate and the House of RepresentativesWhat is the main purpose of the Bill of Rights?It protects a citizens freedom of speech and religionWhich branch of government is the president in charge of?Executive

Which branch decides the meanings of the laws?Judicial BranchWhich branch makes the laws?Legislative branch

Which branch of government carries out the laws?Executive BranchWhat is another name for a law?An ordinanceWhat is an inauguration?A ceremony welcoming a new president.What does ratify mean?to acceptA ______is a government in which the people have the power to make political decisions. democracyWhat system lets each branch limit the power of the other two?Checks and balancesWhat is it called when the President rejects a law made by Congress?vetoName two of the first ten amendments to the constitution.Freedom of religion Right to bear arms (guns)You do not have to allow soldiers to live in your homePolice cannot search people or their homes without good reasonRight to a fair trial