Cards in this guide (12)
Who was President of the Constitutional Convention in 1787
George Washington
George Washington was elected to preside over the Constitutional Convention (aka Philadelphia Convention) in 1787.
Which amendment guarantees that a person cannot be tried twice for the same crime
Who believed additional protections in the Constitution would further secure the rights and liberties of citizens
all anti federalist and some federalist
How many specific government objectives are listed in the Preamble of the Constitution
Which is not true of the formal amendment process
the president alone can make any changes
From What does the eighth amendment protect citizens
unfair trial or over taxation Bail.
Which is not an example of a social amendment
Congress can levy income taxes.
With whom do states share the constitution ratification process
Of the following which is not a function of political amendments
create a perfect government
The right for a citizen to bear arms is protected under which amendment
The second amendment of the US Constitution.
Which of the following is a reason why the Anti-Federalists opposed the Constitution
The Constitution lacked a bill of rights.
Which of the following is not considered a suffrage amendment
The term limit of a president is two years