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14 Cards in this Set
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1st Amendment
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Freedom of: religion, speech, press, assembly
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Vice President does not ______ unless there is a ______.
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Vote, Tie
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why was the constitution written?
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so the government would be just and protect its citizens from internal strife and attack from the outside
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5th Amendment
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says you cannot be tried for the same crime twice. (Double Jeopardy)
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Impeachment
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removal of the President
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Supreme Court
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Highest court in the U.S.
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President is the Commander in Chief of the _____ ______
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Armed Forces
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The President is paid a _______
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Salary
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How often must Congress meet?
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At least once a year
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When was the constitution written?
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the 18th Century
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Each state has ____ Senators
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2
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What are the 3 branches of government?
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Legislative, Judicial, Executive
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27th Amendment
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Says any law that increases pay of legislators may not take effect until after election.
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2nd Amendment
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Right to bear arms
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