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The Constitution

The Constitution. What does “Constitution” mean?. Written rules of government. Overview. Preamble Articles Amendments. Preamble. Tells WHY the Constitution was written Wanted government to be better Wanted government to be just Wanted government to protect its citizens

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The Constitution

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  1. The Constitution

  2. What does “Constitution” mean? Written rules of government

  3. Overview Preamble Articles Amendments

  4. Preamble • Tells WHY the Constitution was written • Wanted government to be better • Wanted government to be just • Wanted government to protect its citizens • Wanted government to benefit the people • Wanted government to benefit the future

  5. Articles • Set up the national government and tell how it will work

  6. Article #1 Set up the legislative branch of government

  7. Article #2 Set up the executive branch of government

  8. Article #3 • Set up the judicial branch of government

  9. Article #4 States will respect and honor each others laws

  10. Article #5 How to amend or change the Constitution

  11. Article #6 Constitution is the highest law in the land

  12. Article #7 How to the Constitution is to be ratified or accepted

  13. Amendments • Amend means “to change”. • The founding fathers wanted future generations to be able to adjust the Constitution as it was needed over time. • As of 2004, there are 27 amendments

  14. Amendment #1 • Freedom of religion • Freedom of speech • Freedom to assemble peacefully • Freedom of the press • Freedom to address the government

  15. Amendment #2 • Right to bear arms

  16. Amendment #3 • No quartering of troops

  17. Amendment #4 • Protection from search and seizure • Officers must have a warrant

  18. Amendment #5 • Rights of the accused

  19. Amendment #6 • Right to a fair and speedy trial

  20. Amendment #7 • Right to a jury trial in a federal civil court case. This type of case is no longer heard in federal court.

  21. Amendment #8 • Bail and punishment

  22. Amendment #9 • The rights of people that are not listed in the Constitution are protected, whatever they may be.

  23. Amendment #10 • Any power not given to the national government belongs to the people or the states.

  24. Amendment #11 • The Supreme Court has first shot at trying a case concerning a person or a state.

  25. Amendment #12 • Combined President and Vice President into one election ticket.

  26. Amendment #13 • Got rid of slavery

  27. Amendment #14 • Make sure all citizens enjoy all rights

  28. Amendment #15 • What race you are will not be an issue in voting.

  29. Amendment #16 • Income tax

  30. Amendment #17 • National Senators are now chosen in elections.

  31. Amendment #18 • Can’t make or sell alcohol

  32. Amendment #19 • What gender you are will not be an issue in voting.

  33. Amendment #20 • When Congress and President begin their terms • Line of succession for President

  34. Amendment #21 • Repealed the 18th Amendment

  35. Amendment #22 • President can only serve 8-10 years.

  36. Amendment #23 • Washington DC gets 3 electors for Elector College. Washington DC

  37. Amendment #24 • No poll tax

  38. Amendment #25 • Lengthens the line of succession

  39. Amendment #26 • Anyone 18 and older can vote

  40. Amendment #27 • If Congress gives itself a raise, it won’t take effect until after the next election.

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