Constitution Crossward Crossword

The idea that government is created by and subject to the will of the people.
Government powers are restricted to protect individual rights.
The judiciary has the power to strike down laws and other government actions as invalid under the constitution.
the rights of the states are protected by dividing powers between the national government and the states governments.
According to James Madison, was the best way to guard against the danger of factions.
Outlines the goals of the constitution
How many amendments are in the Constitution?
Congress, or the Senate and the House of Representatives
President and Vice President
Supreme Court and lesser (inferior) courts
The Legislative branch can ______ a presidential veto with majority.
After election of 1800, outgoing federalist President Adams appointed ______ federalist judges to the courts.
What kind of interpretation is “if it doesn't say you can't than you can’t
What kind of interpretation is “if it doesn't say you can’t than you can”
The principle that every member of a society, including the ruler or government, must follow the law.
A refusal by the president or a governor to sign a bill.
The judicial branch can check the powers of the legislative and executive branches by declaring their acts ______________.
Any majority that is larger than a simple majority.
Limits government power and protects individual freedoms
To cancel or revoke a law by a legislative act.
Organized group that seeks to win elections in order to influence the activities of government
The leaders of the executive departments who also acts as advisers to the president.
The inability to govern effectively due to separation of powers or a conflict between political parties.
Body of 538 people elected from the 50 states and the District of Columbia to cast the official votes to elect president and Vice President.
The amendment that protects the civil liberties and ensures freedom of religion, assembly, press, petition, and speech.
This amendment protects the right to bear arms.
This amendment prevents soldiers from being quartered in civilians houses without the consent of the owner.
This amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures.
This amendment includes protection from self-incrimination, double jeopardy, or convictions without an indictment from a grand jury.
This amendment reserves the right for defendants in criminal cases to have a speedy and public trial.