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ORGANIZATION OF THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
ORGANIZATION OF THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
Preamble – The Preamble states the purpose of the document.
ORGANIZATION OF THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
Preamble – The Preamble states the purpose of the document.
Article I – Defines the powers and
structures of the legislative branch
(Congress).
ORGANIZATION OF THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
Preamble – The Preamble states the purpose of the document.
Article I – Defines the powers and
structures of the legislative branch
(Congress).
Article II – Creates the executive
branch of government (U.S.
President).
ORGANIZATION OF THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
Preamble – The Preamble states the purpose of the document.
Article I – Defines the powers and
structures of the legislative branch
(Congress).
Article III – Establishes the judicial
branch of the government (Supreme
Court).
Article II – Creates the executive
branch of government (U.S.
President).
ORGANIZATION OF THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
Preamble – The Preamble states the purpose of the document.
Article I – Defines the powers and
structures of the legislative branch
(Congress).
Article II – Creates the executive
branch of government (U.S.
President).
Article III – Establishes the judicial
branch of the government (Supreme
Court).
Article IV – Outlines the obligations
of the states to each other.
ORGANIZATION OF THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
Preamble – The Preamble states the purpose of the document.
Article I – Defines the powers and
structures of the legislative branch
(Congress).
Article II – Creates the executive
branch of government (U.S.
President).
Article III – Establishes the judicial
branch of the government (Supreme
Court).
Article IV – Outlines the obligations
of the states to each other.
Article V – Describes the process by
which the Constitution may be
altered (Amendments).
ORGANIZATION OF THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
Preamble – The Preamble states the purpose of the document.
Article I – Defines the powers and
structures of the legislative branch
(Congress).
Article II – Creates the executive
branch of government (U.S.
President).
Article III – Establishes the judicial
branch of the government (Supreme
Court).
Article IV – Outlines the obligations
of the states to each other.
Article V – Describes the process by
which the Constitution may be
altered (Amendments).
Article VI – Establishes that the U.S.
Constitution is the supreme law of
the land.
PREAMBLE TO THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
The Preamble, or introduction, to the Constitution began with the words
“We the People,” emphasizing that the members of the Constitutional
Convention were acting as the representatives of the American people as a
whole. The Preamble gave six purposes (goals) for the new constitution and
the government is created. These purposes (goals) were to:
PREAMBLE TO THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
The Preamble, or introduction, to the Constitution began with the words
“We the People,” emphasizing that the members of the Constitutional
Convention were acting as the representatives of the American people as a
whole. The Preamble gave six purposes (goals) for the new constitution and
the government is created. These purposes (goals) were to:
“form a more
perfect union.”
PREAMBLE TO THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
The Preamble, or introduction, to the Constitution began with the words
“We the People,” emphasizing that the members of the Constitutional
Convention were acting as the representatives of the American people as a
whole. The Preamble gave six purposes (goals) for the new constitution and
the government is created. These purposes (goals) were to:
“form a more
perfect union.”
“establish
justice.”
PREAMBLE TO THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
The Preamble, or introduction, to the Constitution began with the words
“We the People,” emphasizing that the members of the Constitutional
Convention were acting as the representatives of the American people as a
whole. The Preamble gave six purposes (goals) for the new constitution and
the government is created. These purposes (goals) were to:
“form a more
perfect union.”
“establish
justice.”
“insure domestic
tranquility (peace).”
PREAMBLE TO THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
The Preamble, or introduction, to the Constitution began with the words
“We the People,” emphasizing that the members of the Constitutional
Convention were acting as the representatives of the American people as a
whole. The Preamble gave six purposes (goals) for the new constitution and
the government is created. These purposes (goals) were to:
“form a more
perfect union.”
“provide for the
common defense.”
“establish
justice.”
“insure domestic
tranquility (peace).”
PREAMBLE TO THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
The Preamble, or introduction, to the Constitution began with the words
“We the People,” emphasizing that the members of the Constitutional
Convention were acting as the representatives of the American people as a
whole. The Preamble gave six purposes (goals) for the new constitution and
the government is created. These purposes (goals) were to:
“form a more
perfect union.”
“establish
justice.”
“provide for the
common defense.”
“promote the
general welfare
(well-being of
citizens).”
“insure domestic
tranquility (peace).”
PREAMBLE TO THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
The Preamble, or introduction, to the Constitution began with the words
“We the People,” emphasizing that the members of the Constitutional
Convention were acting as the representatives of the American people as a
whole. The Preamble gave six purposes (goals) for the new constitution and
the government is created. These purposes (goals) were to:
Art. Of Confederation stunk
“form a more
perfect union.”
Laws – Courts, - Judicial
Branch
“establish
justice.”
Peace @ Home – Laws - Police
“insure domestic
tranquility (peace).”
Unified Nation
Army, Navy Coast Guard,
Marines, & Air Force
“provide for the
common defense.”
“promote the
general welfare
(well-being of
citizens).”
National Institute of Health
Firefighters & Paramedics
Schools
Rights – Freedom – Voting
“secure the
blessings of liberty.”
Principles of the
U.S. Constitution
Popular Sovereignty
• Power
• Of the
• People
• Consent of the Governed
• All authority for government flows
from the people and they rule through
their elected representatives.
• Found in Preamble: “We the people”
• Great example of Popular Sovereignty
Limited Government
• Powers of government are limited by
the constitution.
Constitutional Constraints
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
• Articles I, II, and III of the U.S.
Constitution specify the powers and
responsibilities of each branch.
Separation of Powers
• Each Branch of Government has its own
responsibilities/jobs/and powers.
• Legislative—Congress makes the laws.
• Executive—The Executive Branch enforces or
carries out the laws.
• Judicial—The Judicial Branch interprets the
laws.
Checks and Balances
Each of the three
branches of
government
exercises some
control over the
others, sharing
power among
them.
Executive
Branch
President can
veto laws.
President can
issue pardons.
2/3rds vote in
Congress can
override his veto.
Court can issue
an injunction to
stop executive action.
U.S.
Congress
Federal
Judiciary
Congress confirms
all judicial
appointments.
Court can declare
laws unconstitutional.
Federalism
• Power is divided and shared between the
national and state governments.
• The 10th Amendment states: “Powers not
delegated to the federal government are
reserved to the states and the people.”
Republicanism
• Voters elect representatives to
exercise power for them. (Preamble
and Article I).
Laws
Representatives
The Voting Public
Individual Rights
Rights of the Individual – your personal rights!
Found in the Bill of Rights
Also referenced as Unalienable Rights in the DOI
Branches of Government
Branches of Government
Branches of Government
Branches of Government
Branches of Government
Branches of Government
Branches of Government
Branches of Government
Branches of Government
Branches of Government
Branches of Government
THE AMENDMENT PROCESS
To prevent changes for unimportant reasons, the amending
process was made more difficult than passing an ordinary
law. The process can take months, or even years to
complete.
Article V proposes two ways to propose an amendment:
• ________________________________________________, or
• ___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________.
Article V proposes two ways to ratify an amendment:
• ___________________________________________________
________________________________________________, or
• ___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________.
THE AMENDMENT PROCESS
To prevent changes for unimportant reasons, the amending
process was made more difficult than passing an ordinary
law. The process can take months, or even years to
complete.
Article V proposes two ways to propose an amendment:
• May be proposed by 2/3 of both the House and the Senate, or
• May be proposed by a national convention called by Congress
at the request of 2/3 of the state legislatures.
Article V proposes two ways to ratify an amendment:
• May be approved (ratified) by the legislatures of 3/4 of the
states, or
• May be approved (ratified) by special conventions in 3/4 of the
states.
THE AMENDMENT PROCESS
THE AMENDMENT PROCESS
THE AMENDMENT PROCESS
THE AMENDMENT PROCESS
THE AMENDMENT PROCESS
THE BILL OF RIGHTS
Protecting Individual Liberties
1. ________________________________________________
Protecting Against Abuse of Power
2. _______________________________________________
3. _______________________________________________
4. _______________________________________________
Protecting Rights of the Accused
5. ________________________________________________
6. ________________________________________________
7. ________________________________________________
8. ________________________________________________
Amendments Nine and Ten
9. _______________________________________________
10. _______________________________________________
THE BILL OF RIGHTS
Protecting Individual Liberties
1. Freedom of Religion, Speech, Press, Assembly, and Petition
Protecting Against Abuse of Power
2. The Right to Bear Arms
3. Lodging Troops in Private Home
4. Search and Seizure
Protecting Rights of the Accused
5. Rights of the Accused
6. Right to Speedy Trial by Jury
7. Jury Trial in Civil Cases
8. Bail and Punishment
Amendments Nine and Ten
9. Powers Reserved to the People
10. Powers Reserved to the States
LATER AMENDMENTS
Civil War Amendments
13.________________________
14.________________________
15.________________________
Nineteenth Amendment
19.________________________
Twenty-Sixth Amendment
26.________________________
LATER AMENDMENTS
Civil War Amendments
13.Abolition of Slavery
14.Rights of Citizens
15.Voting Rights
Nineteenth Amendment
19.Women’s Suffrage
Twenty-Sixth Amendment
26.Voting Age
Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship
A ___________ is a person who owes loyalty to a
particular nation and is entitled to all its rights and
protections.
To be a citizen of the United States, you must
fulfill one of the following requirements:
• ____________________________________
____________________________________
• ____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship
A citizen is a person who owes loyalty to a
particular nation and is entitled to all its rights and
protections.
To be a citizen of the United States, you must
fulfill one of the following requirements:
• Be born in the United States (or at least one
parent is a citizen of the United States)
• Complete the official legal process
(naturalization) for becoming a citizen (or
you were 18 or younger when your parents
were naturalized)
Requirements for Becoming a U.S. Citizen
Requirements for Becoming a U.S. Citizen
Be at least 18 years old and be a permanent
resident of the United States.
Requirements for Becoming a U.S. Citizen
Be at least 18 years old and be a permanent
resident of the United States.
Be able to read, write, speak, and
understand simple words in English.
Requirements for Becoming a U.S. Citizen
Be at least 18 years old and be a permanent
resident of the United States.
Have lived lawfully in the United States for 5
years before filing an application.
Be able to read, write, speak, and
understand simple words in English.
Requirements for Becoming a U.S. Citizen
Be at least 18 years old and be a permanent
resident of the United States.
Be able to read, write, speak, and
understand simple words in English.
Have lived lawfully in the United States for 5
years before filing an application.
Understand the fundamentals of U.S.
history and government.
Requirements for Becoming a U.S. Citizen
Be at least 18 years old and be a permanent
resident of the United States.
Be able to read, write, speak, and
understand simple words in English.
Have lived lawfully in the United States for 5
years before filing an application.
Understand the fundamentals of U.S.
history and government.
Be a person of good moral character and
have no serious criminal convictions.
Requirements for Becoming a U.S. Citizen
Be at least 18 years old and be a permanent
resident of the United States.
Be able to read, write, speak, and
understand simple words in English.
Have lived lawfully in the United States for 5
years before filing an application.
Understand the fundamentals of U.S.
history and government.
Be a person of good moral character and
have no serious criminal convictions.
Be willing to swear allegiance to the
principles of the U.S. Constitution.
Participation in
American
Democracy
(Civic Virtue)
Volunteer to serve in
the nation’s armed
forces or to perform
some other public
service
Participation in
American
Democracy
(Civic Virtue)
Volunteer to serve in
the nation’s armed
forces or to perform
some other public
service
Participation in
American
Democracy
(Civic Virtue)
Take an active
interest in
government by
learning about
activities
Volunteer to serve in
the nation’s armed
forces or to perform
some other public
service
Participation in
American
Democracy
(Civic Virtue)
Take an active
interest in
government by
learning about
activities
Stay informed on
public issues
Volunteer to serve in
the nation’s armed
forces or to perform
some other public
service
Participation in
American
Democracy
(Civic Virtue)
Take an active
interest in
government by
learning about
activities
Stay informed on
public issues
Respect other
people’s point of
view
Volunteer to serve in
the nation’s armed
forces or to perform
some other public
service
Participation in
American
Democracy
(Civic Virtue)
Inform your elected
representatives
about issues and
problems that
concern you
Take an active
interest in
government by
learning about
activities
Stay informed on
public issues
Respect other
people’s point of
view
Volunteer to serve in
the nation’s armed
forces or to perform
some other public
service
Participation in
American
Democracy
(Civic Virtue)
Vote in
elections
Inform your elected
representatives
about issues and
problems that
concern you
Take an active
interest in
government by
learning about
activities
Stay informed on
public issues
Respect other
people’s point of
view
Volunteer to serve in
the nation’s armed
forces or to perform
some other public
service
Participate in
government by joining
a political party,
working as an
independent voter, or
campaigning for public
office
Vote in
elections
Participation in
American
Democracy
(Civic Virtue)
Inform your elected
representatives
about issues and
problems that
concern you
Take an active
interest in
government by
learning about
activities
Stay informed on
public issues
Respect other
people’s point of
view
Serve in
government if
elected or
appointed
Participate in
government by joining
a political party,
working as an
independent voter, or
campaigning for public
office
Vote in
elections
Volunteer to serve in
the nation’s armed
forces or to perform
some other public
service
Participation in
American
Democracy
(Civic Virtue)
Inform your elected
representatives
about issues and
problems that
concern you
Take an active
interest in
government by
learning about
activities
Stay informed on
public issues
Respect other
people’s point of
view
Required Responsibilities of U.S. Citizenship
Required Responsibilities of U.S. Citizenship
Voting in
Elections
Required Responsibilities of U.S. Citizenship
Voting in
Elections
Obeying
the Laws
Required Responsibilities of U.S. Citizenship
Voting in
Elections
Obeying
the Laws
Defending
the Nation
Required Responsibilities of U.S. Citizenship
Voting in
Elections
Serving on
a Jury
Obeying
the Laws
Defending
the Nation
Required Responsibilities of U.S. Citizenship
Voting in
Elections
Serving on
a Jury
Obeying
the Laws
Serving the
Community
Defending
the Nation
Required Responsibilities of U.S. Citizenship
Voting in
Elections
Serving on
a Jury
Obeying
the Laws
Serving the
Community
Defending
the Nation
Being
Informed