What two chambers make up the Legislative branch?
the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Who is in charge of the Executive Branch
The President
What is the highest authority in the Judicial Branch?
The Supreme Court
The right to reject a decision or proposal from a law-making body.
A Veto
Mrs. Ricker's favorite musical artist and the person she would sacrifice herself for:
T-Swizzle
What is the job of the Legislative Branch?
The Legislative Branch makes the laws
What is the job of the Executive Branch?
To enforce the laws.
What is the main job of the Judicial Branch?
Advisors to the president, made up of the heads of the executive departments of the government.
The Cabinet
Mrs. Ricker was born in this state
Minnesota
How long is a term in the Senate?
6 years
If the President were to become unable to serve in office, who would take their place? What if that person was no longer able to serve? Who would come after them?
Order of succession:
-President
-Vice President
-Speaker of the House
What are the two types of court systems below the Supreme Court?
State Courts and Federal Courts
A standard that is often used in court cases to help determine the rulings of future cases.
A Precedent
What soccer team does Mrs. Ricker support? (aka the top of the Premier leage)
Liverpool
How many members are in the House of Representatives?
435 Representatives
What are the three requirements for becoming President?
-Born in the US
-At least 35 years old
-Lived in the US for at least 14 years.
What is the word for the process in which a higher court is asked to review (and possibly reverse) the decision of a lower court?
The powers of the US government that are listed in the Constitution.
Expressed Powers
What is the name of any ONE of Mrs. Ricker's nieces and Nephews (There are four to choose from)
Possible Choices: Eli, Mila, Emma, or Gracie
Who are our Senators and Representatives for the state of Maine?
Senators: Susan Collins & Angus King
Representatives: Chellie Pingree & Jared Golden
What is the role of the President called that gives him the power to lead and control the military?
Commander - in - Chief
What is the process of someone being chosen for the position of Supreme Court justice? (Two steps)
1. Appointed by the President
2. Approved by the Senate
A type of legislature divided into two separate chambers.
Bicameral
What is Mrs. Ricker's greatest fear?
Being haunted