The U.S. Constitution: An Overview

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Learn how the rule got made — and who it serves.

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Laws change. Power changes who gets to change them.

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The Bill of Rights — the first ten amendments — guarantees freedoms including speech, religion, press, assembly, and protection from unfair government actions.

Key facts

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1The U.S. has three branches of government.
2The Constitution was written in 1787.
3Checks and balances limit power.

Then & Now

🏛️ Knowing this makes you a better voter when you grow up.

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How many branches does the U.S. government have?

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Who is the head of the executive branch?

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