Article 1
What branch of government is outlined in Article 1?
The Legislative Branch (Congress)
Where must revenue laws start their journey to become a law?
The House
A Presidential term lasts for how many years?
4
What is the JOB of the Judicial branch?
Interpret the laws
What is an amendment?
An addition or change to the constitution
What are the names for the 2 chambers of Congress?
The Senate and the House of Representatives
How many votes do you need to pass a bill from the house --> Senate?
Quorum in the House is 218
How long must you live in the US to become a President?
14 year resident
What is the highest court in the US?
The Supreme Court
What is the title of Article 6 of the Constitution?
National Supremacy
What is the leader in the House of Reps called?
Speaker of the House
What is it called if the President leaves a bill on his desk for 10 days, and congress adjourns?
Pocket Veto
What is the Presidents title in terms of the Military?
Commander in Chief
What types of cases does the Supreme court hear?
Constitutional Law
Which article has to do with amending the constitution?
Article 5
What is another name for "majority vote" in either chamber of congress?
Quorum
What fraction of house and senate members must vote to override a veto?
2/3rds
What is the name for the group of people who advise the President?
Presidential Cabinet, or Cabinet
How many years can judges serve for?
For life or until retirement
Which article sets the rules for ratifying the constitution?
Article 7
How many Senators are elected every 2 years?
1/3rd of Senators.
A bill passes the house with 230 votes and moves to the senate, 55 Senators vote NO on the bill. Does it go to the President?
NO!
List the 3 people in line for the Presidency if the President was to leave office:
Vice
Speaker
President Pro tempor
How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
9
What is the title of Article 4?
Relations Among States