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The 13th amendment
Which amendment ended slavery?
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To interpret and apply the constitution
What is a role of the judicial branch?
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A too powerful government might abuse its citizens
What did the framers of the constitution fear might happen if they didn’t include a Bill of Rights?
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Executive
Presidents have expanded which type of power that I is basically outlined in the constitution?
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They wanted to keep the constitution flexible, and have room for changes
Why did the Framers leave some sections of the Constitution without detail?
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Through basic legislation
How does Congress fill in the blanks left by the Framers of the constitution?
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It created the federal court system
How has Congress used its powers to help explain the meaning of the constitution?
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