Unit 1
what became the world’s first Republic
the Romen republic
Grant letters of marque and reprisal and make rules concerning captures on land and water
Declare war
Why do some people view the Senate as undemocratic?
The senate has equal representation from both small and large states
A division or office of a large business or organization,operating locally or having a particular
Branch
The process of candidate selection in an electoral system
Nomination
The supreme and absolute authority within
Sovereignty
The power of government is divided between a NATIONAL government and STATE governments, with national having power over state and local.
Federalism
The leader of the house of representatives is called
The Speaker of the house
A group of persons who seek to control government through the winning of elections and the holding of public office
Political Party
The public issue on which the peoples attention is focused
Public agenda
England was in war from 1756 -_________.
1763
"We the People," the Constitution establishes its authority on the basis of
Popular sovereignty
In what ways is leadership stronger in the House?
The Speaker of the house of representatives
in American politics, the Republican and the Democratic parties
Major Parties
What are the four linkage institutions
interest groups,political parties,elections,and the media
What are the four theories of government
Evolutionary,Force,Divine right,Social contract
What power allows the president to reject laws?
veto
In what ways are senators held to a higher standard
Senators must be older than house members and citizens for longer
A political system dominated by two major parties
Two-party system
what influences a voter's decision ?
age,gender,education
In the Judicial Branch, who has the power to determine if Congressional laws and Presidential actions follow the Constitution?
Supreme Court
In 1787 ten amendments were added to the Constitution to protect specific rights. What is the name of this document?
Bill of rights
why is the seniority rule custom controversial
Seniority rule gives preference to members with the longest service records rather than prioritizing ability or knowledge
Government action based on firm allegiance to a political party
Partisanship
what does Mr,bushie tell Jamir everyday..?
jamir phone