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Constitution Webquest The Romans believed that government can only survive with active, informed citizens. Let us continue this tradition. This webquest will help you be an educated citizen about the U.S. Constitution. Take this responsibility seriously, but have fun on the journey!
Process: Being an informed citizen is hard work. It requires effort and desire. As citizens of the United States, it is our responsibility to be educated and informed to keep our country strong. Use this webquest to help you achieve your responsibilities as a U.S. citizen.
The highlighted words or terms serve as links to a websites...please use all of the carefully selected sites to help you gain insight and understanding. NOTE: There are many games, songs, and video clips in this webquest - be considerate of others near you as you adjust volume. Try not to not disturb your neighbors.
Before you begin, take a look at the original Constitution by clicking on this link (click on the word "Constitution").
Constitutional Principles The Constitution is based on fundamental principles or ideas. Start your journey by understanding the meanings of each of the SEVEN principles. Principles 1. Popular Sovereignty is: 2. Limited Government is: 3. Separation of Powers is: 4. Checks and Balances is: Use this game to "check" your knowledge of checks and balances: Checks and Balances game 5. Judicial Review is: 6. Republicanism is: 7. Federalism is:
THE BRANCHES OF GOVERNMENT Take a look at these websites (the first is easier!) about the U.S. Constitution and the THREE BRANCHES of Government. You may want to come back to this frequently to help you answer many of the questions in this webquest. three branches #1 three branches #2 8. The three branches of government are: 9. Each branch has certain powers. List at least three powers for each branch.
The Preamble Read about the PREAMBLE : Preamble 10. Make a prediction: What is the purpose of the Preamble? Read. 11. Was your prediction accurate? Why or why not?
The Articles Learn about the Articles of the Constitution below: The Articles 11. Article I sets up the __________________ Branch. 12. Article II establishes the __________________ Branch. 13. Article III defines the responsibilities of the ______________________ Branch 14. Article IV outlines the information concerning ____________________, ____________________, and __________________________. 15. Article V defines the ______________________________ Process. 16. Article VI defines information regarding _________________________, _________________, ___________________, and __________________. 17. Article VII outlines the __________________ process the Constitution needs to go through in order to be passed into law.
The Bill of Rights THE BILL OF RIGHTS is the first _________________________(how many - this is a number) to the U.S. Constitution.
18. Amendment 1. Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of _____________, or __________ the free _________ thereof; or abridging the freedom of ______________, or of the _____________; or the right of the people peaceably to __________________, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
19. Amendment 2. A well regulated __________, being necessary to the __________ of a free State, the right of the people to _____________________________________________, shall not be infringed. 20. Amendment 3. No Soldier shall, in time of peace be __________________________________ without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of ______________ but in a manner to be prescribed by law. 21. Amendment 4. The right of the people to be _________________ in their ____________, ________________, ________________, and _________________, against unreasonable _________________________________, shall not be violated, and no ___________________ shall issue, but upon _____________________________, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized. 22. Amendment 5. No person shall be held to answer for a ________________, or otherwise infamous ________________________, unless on a presentment or indictment of a _____________________, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same ____________________ to be __________________ put in ____________________ of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a _________________ against________________, nor be deprived of___________________, ________________, or ______________________, without due _________________________; nor shall________________________ be taken for public use, without just __________________. 23. Amendment 6. In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall ________________________ to a _____________________ and _____________________, by an impartial __________________ of the State and district wherein the _________________shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be _________________________ with the ______________________ against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the ____________________________________________ for his _______________________. 24. Amendment 7. You have the right to a ______trial where the sum of money is more than $____________. 25. Amendment 8. __________________________ shall not be required, nor _____________________ imposed, nor _________________________ punishments inflicted. 26. Amendment 9. The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people. (NO BLANKS TO FILL IN) 27. Amendment 10. The _______________________ not delegated to the United States by the ___________________, nor prohibited by it to the States, are ____________________ to the States respectively, or to the_______________________
NAME THE AMENDMENT ONLY - for the following write the name of the amendment 28. 12th (XII) - 29. 13th (XIII) - 30. 14th (XIV) - 31. 15th (XV) - 32. 19th (XIX) - 33. 22nd (XXII) - 34. 24th (XXIV) - 35. 26th (XXVI) -
When you are all finished - try your hand at this CONSTITUTION QUIZ! You can also take this quiz to determine which Founding Father you would vote for.