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Lesson 76 of 84 · The Constitution
The Fourth Amendment: Search and Seizure
In a representative democracy, citizens elect officials to make decisions on their behalf. Voting, running for office, and contacting representatives are forms of participation.
Key Facts
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The U.S. has three branches of government.
2
The Constitution was written in 1787.
3
Checks and balances limit power.
Timeline
1963
Martin Luther King Jr. gives the 'I Have a Dream' speech
1964
The Civil Rights Act is signed
1969
Astronauts land on the Moon
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2How many branches does the U.S. government have?