Agency in Executive Branch
Which state agency would handle snow removal on interstate highways?
Department of Transportation
What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution called?
Bill of Rights
Which article of the Constitution created the Presidency?
Article 2
What is the main power of the judicial branch?
Interpret Laws
What is the length of a presidential term?
4 years
Which law enforcement agency is responsible for protecting the life of the president?
The Secret Service
How does the government get the majority of its revenue?
Taxes
What right is guaranteed by the Second Amendment to the Constitution?
Right to Bear Arms
Where are the majority of criminal cases addressed? (Hint State or Federal)
State
Who is head of the executive branch in SC?
Governor
How many departments are in the presidents cabinet?
15
The case New Jersey v TLO primarily focused on:
Freedom of speech in schools
Congress
Who nominates members to the supreme court?
Who has the power to grant pardons in South Carolina?
The Governor
This is the largest executive department, responsible for defending the nation.
Department of Defense
What is the primary function of the South Carolina Department of Education?
To oversee public education
This system built into the Constitution makes sure no branch of government becomes too powerful.
Checks and Balances
Which court is at the top of South Carolina's judicial system?
The SC Supreme Court
Which U.S. President Resigned office before being impeached?
Nixon
Created in 2002 after the 9/11 attacks, this department focuses on preventing terrorism and protecting U.S. borders.
Department of Homeland Security
Who is responsible for managing South Carolina's elections? Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, State Election Commission
State Election Commission
This compromise at the Constitutional Convention created a two-house Congress, balancing power between big and small states.
The Great Compromise
How are Supreme Court justices elected in South Carolina?
SC General Assembly
This group of advisors helps the President make decisions on different areas like defense, education, and health.
Cabinet Members