Basic Questions
What are the first three words to the Preamble?
We the People
What does the term "federal" mean?
A form of government in which power is shared between a central government and individual states.
How many members are selected to serve in the House of Reps?
435
The president is the leader of which branch of government?
Executive Branch
How long does a judge serve on the Supreme Court?
For Life
Were the articles of Confederation weak or strong?
Weak
What does the term "constitution" mean?
A system of beliefs and laws by which a country, state, or organization in governed.
How many members are selected to serve in the Senate?
100
The president can serve a maximum term of...
Two terms
Which court is considered the "lower court"?
Trial Court
How many states were apart of the Articles of Confederation?
13
What does the term population mean?
The number of people who live in a place.
What length of time do members of the House of Reps serve for?
2 years
The president is also known as the
Commander in chief of the armed forces
Which court is considered the "higher court"?
Appellate Court
What year was the Preamble written?
1776
What does the term "majority" mean?
Most people agree on something
6 years
Who appoints members to serve on the cabinet?
The president
Which court is considered the "highest court"?
Supreme Court
How many branches of government were created?
3
What does the term "veto" mean?
The denying of something
To serve in the Senate, what is the minimum age to at least be to apply?
30 years old
9
What are the qualifications for someone to run for president?
A natural born citizen, 35 years of age and older, and living in the US for at least 14 years.