Legislative Branch
What are the two chambers of Congress called?
The House of Representatives and the Senate
What is the main function of the Executive Branch?
To enforce laws
How many Justices serve on the Supreme Court?
9
Name a check the President can use on the Legislative Branch
Veto, Executive Orders, calling special sessions
The Supreme Court strikes down a law that limits media criticism of the government. Which constitutional principle is being protected?
First Amendment - Free Speech
How many total members of Congress are there?
535
Who becomes President if both the President and Vice President cannot serve?
The Speaker of the House
What is the primary function of the Judicial Branch?
To interpret laws
What can Congress do to override a Presidential veto?
Have a 2/3 majority vote in both chambers
A citizen sues the federal government over a law they think violates free speech. Which branch decides the outcome?
Judicial Branch
How long is a Representative's term in office?
2 years
What are the President's advisors called collectively?
The Cabinet
How long is a Supreme Court Justice's term in office?
They serve for life
How can the Judicial Branch check the other two branches?
Declaring their actions unconstitutional
Congress passes a new law about education funding. Which branch will enforce it?
Executive Branch
Which chamber of Congress has the power to approve Presidential Appointments?
The Senate
What are the constitutional requirements to become President?
35 years old, Natural Born Citizen, 14 years as a U.S. Resident
Which court case established the legal principle "judicial review"?
Marbury v. Madison
The President appoints federal judges — what check does the Legislative Branch have on this power?
The Senate must approve the appointments
The U.S. becomes engaged in an overseas conflict with a foreign adversary. How soon can the Commander-in-Chief declare war?
The Commander-in-Chief (President) cannot declare war. Only Congress can do that.
What clause in the Constitution allows Congress to make laws beyond those specifically listed in the document? (McCulloch v. Maryland)
The Necessary and Proper Clause
How does an Executive Order differ from a law?
An executive order only affects the Executive Branch of the Federal government, and can be revoked by a later President or Congressional law.
What is the difference between original jurisdiction and appellate jurisdiction?
Original jurisdiction = hearing a case for the first time
Appellate jurisdiction = reviewing the decision of a lower court
Which branch has the "Power of the Purse?"
Legislative
Bonus Question: How did William Henry Harrison die?
He gave a 2 and a half hour speech in the freezing rain, caught pneumonia, and died