Power Trip
Which article lists the powers held by the US Congress?
Article 1
All judges must be appointed by this person?
The President
When can the House of Representatives decide who becomes the next President?
When there is a tie OR no one receives 270 votes
Before a President's nominee can join the Supreme Court, they must face questioning and a vote of approval from this specific body.
Senate
In order for a law to go into effect without the President’s signature, what must happen?
⅔ override vote in Congress
Whose job is to guide legislation and floor debate in the HOR?
Speaker of the House
What can the Congress do if a judge does not exhibit good behavior?
Impeach
What types of bills must begin in the House of Representatives?
Tax
Before a bill can be voted on by the HOR, it must pass through this to be reviewed and refined.
Committee
After all evidence is presented and the lawyers give their closing arguments, this group of citizens has the 'Final Say' on whether the defendant is guilty or not guilty.
Jury
What position is in charge of the Senate when the Vice President is not there?
President Pro Tempore
Who has the burden of proof in a trial?
The Prosecution
The Constitution requires the President to deliver this speech “from time to time.”
State of the Union
Which Supreme Court Case established Judicial Review?
Marbury v. Madison
What term refers to the final statement made by a defense lawyer before a jury?
Closing Statement
Which department has the power to advise the President on issues relating to our relationship with other nations?
State Department
During a trial, if a lawyer asks a question that suggests the answer or 'puts words in the witness's mouth,' what is this called?
Leading Questions
According to Senate Rules, a vote can only happen once debate is over. How can a Senator extend a debate?
Filibuster
What type of federal court has the ability to review the fairness of a case?
Circuit Court (Court of Appeals)
Which role or hat of the President allows him to have the final say in all actions of the military?
Commander in Chief
Who is the current Chief Justice of the US Supreme Court?
John Roberts
What type of evidence did Alex Moreno provide in the case State v. Riley Carter?
Circumstantial Evidence
The President has the power to issue these 'directives' which have the force of law without needing approval from Congress, though they can be overturned by the courts.
Executive Order
If the Senate is in charge of reviewing and approving treaties, who is in charge of creating them?
The President
If the Supreme Court uses Judicial Review to declare a popular law unconstitutional, the Legislative branch and the States can have the 'Final Say' by teaming up to perform this rare and difficult action.
Making an Amendment