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Lesson 40 of 84 · The Constitution
The Bill of Rights: Amendments 1-10
State governments have their own governor, legislature, and courts. States handle education, transportation, and driver's licenses, while the federal government handles defense and diplomacy.
Key Facts
1
Checks and balances limit power.
2
The Bill of Rights has 10 amendments.
3
Citizens elect representatives to make laws.
Timeline
1791
The Bill of Rights is ratified
1803
The Louisiana Purchase doubles the size of the U.S.
1861
The Civil War begins
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What are checks and balances?