Review 1
What is another name for the Legislative Branch of the United States government?
Congress
How many justices are there on the current Supreme Court?
9
What is the main job of the Vice President?
To take over as president if the president dies or can no longer do the job as president.
EC- If the president vetoes a bill, what can the Congress do to override his veto and turn the bill into law?
They can vote again on the bill and if it passes by a two-thirds majority, then it becomes a law.
What are the two parts that make up the Legislative Branch of government?
The House of Representatives and the Senate.
What happens if a person can’t afford a lawyer?
They are given a lawyer by he government.
Which part of the Executive Branch votes to break a tie in the Senate?
Vice President
EC- Which of the following is not part of the Executive Branch?
The Supreme Court
How many representatives in the House does each state have?
It depends on the popu of the state.
About how many cases does the Supreme Court review each year?
150
Which of the following is not a requirement to become President of the United States?
You must have the U.S. Constitution memorized by heart.
EC- How often are Senators and Representatives elected?
Senators every 6 years and Representatives every 2 years.
What is the primary job of the legislative branch?
To write up and vote on laws.
How long is the term for a Supreme Court justice?
For the rest of their life.
What is the maximum number of times one person can be elected president?
2 times
Which of the following is not a power of the president?
The power to break a tie vote in the Senat.
How many Senators does each state have?
Each state gets 2 Senators.
What is considered the highest court of the United States?
The Supreme Court
Who is the leader of the Executive branch of the government?
The President
If someone feels that their trial was not fair or was handled wrong, what is the next step they can take in the judicial process?
They can appeal to a higher court of law.