Read the quotation from writer and activist James Baldwin (1924–1987).I love America more than any other country in this world, and, exactly for this reason, I insist on the right to criticize her perpetually.–James Baldwin in Notes of a Native Son (1955)
Which article in the Constitution discusses how states interact with the federal government?
Whom did the phrase "We the People” represent when the Constitution was drafted?
How does the Constitution create a federalist system?
Which part of the Constitution describes the workings of the legislative branch of government?
Read the quotation from voting rights activist Stacey Abrams about voter suppression efforts against Black people."Our ability to participate in government, to elect our leaders and to improve our lives, is contingent upon our ability to access the ballot. We know in our heart of hearts that voting is a sacred right—the fount from which all other rights flow. Now, it’s time to live that truth through our actions.”–Stacey Abrams, August 19, 2018
Which statement best describes the preamble’s stated goal to "insure domestic Tranquility”?
Which part of the government upholds the preamble’s goal to "provide for the common defence”?
Read the scenario.Jordon volunteers at a community center that organizes sports leagues for local families. Some players complained that referees were enforcing stricter rules for certain teams than others. Jordon suggests that all referees should apply the same rules and penalties to every player to make the games fair.
Read the passage from the US Constitution. The Senators and Representatives before mentioned, and the Members of the several State Legislatures, and all executive and judicial Officers, both of the United States and of the several States, shall be bound by Oath or Affirmation, to support this Constitution.
Read the passage from the US Constitution. The judicial power of the United States, shall be vested in one supreme Court, and in such inferior Courts as the Congress may from time to time ordain and establish.
Which statement is the best example of the principle of rule of law?
Which statement best describes the content of Article VII of the Constitution?
What is the purpose of amendments to the Constitution?
Read the scenario.A mayor receives a speeding ticket while driving through town. Even though the mayor is an elected official, they are required to pay the same fine that any other citizen would pay.
Which constitutional principle allows legislators to impeach executive or judicial officials?
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