Foundation of Gov
What is the supreme law of the land?
Constitution
What is the main function of Congress?
To make laws
Who is the head of the Executive Branch?
The President
What is the highest court in the United States?
Supreme Court
What is the difference between civil rights and civil liberties?
Rights vs. protections
What principle divides power between national and state governments?
Federalism
How many members are in the House of Representatives?
435
What is the main role of the President?
To enforce laws
What is judicial review?
Power to declare laws unconstitutional
Which amendment protects freedom of speech?
First Amendment
What are the first 10 amendments called?
Bill of Rights
How many U.S. Senators are there?
100
What is the Electoral College?
A system to elect the President
Which case established judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison
What amendment protects against unreasonable searches?
Fourth Amendment
What is popular sovereignty?
The people hold the ultimate power in government.
What is the length of a Senate term?
6 years
How long is a presidential term?
4 years
What did Marbury v. Madison establish?
Judicial review
What does the Equal Protection Clause do?
Ensures equal treatment under law
What are the three unalienable rights listed in the Declaration of Independence?
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
What is the length of a House term?
2 years
What is a veto?
Rejecting a bill
What was the ruling in Brown v. Board of Education?
Segregation in schools is unconstitutional
What amendment abolished slavery?
13th Amendment