Branches of Govt
Which articles in the Constitution outline the 3 branches of federal government?
Articles 1,2, & 3
What is federalism?
Separation of powers between the states and the central government.
What was the US foreign policy for stopping the spread of communism?
Containment
Glittering generalities, plain-folks appeal, bandwagon, name-calling, card stacking.
Name one right that is listed in the first amendment.
Freedom of speech, press, to petition the government, assembly, religion.
Judicial review, veto, override vote, impeachment, etc.
What are implied powers?
Powers granted to the federal government but not expressly written in the Constitution.
What led to US involvement in WW2?
How does the preamble of the US Constitution begin?
"We the people...."
Eight/ two terms.
What role does the executive branch play in the law making process?
Enforces laws
What are concurrent powers?
Powers shared between the federal and state governments.
What is an example of a foreign policy matter?
Diplomacy, treaties, trade, interventions with other countries, etc.
What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?
Guarantee freedoms that belong to every citizen.
What is a long term goal of US foreign policy?
Spreading democracy, promoting peace, promoting trade, providing security, etc.
To "lay and collect taxes" is the power of which branch of government?
Legislative
Give an example of a power that is reserved for states.
Age for driver's licenses, marriage certificates, local elections, state courts, etc.
What is the goal of the United Nations?
To promote peaceful coexistence and worldwide cooperation.
Give an example of a duty all citizens have.
Voting, serving on jury, paying taxes, etc.
What are the two major political parties in the US?
Republicans and democrats.
Executive
Which level of government is responsible for foreign policy/affairs?
Federal
What are two organizations the US is a part of?
NATO, NAFTA, UN, etc.
What does it mean to have "consent of the governed"?
The people being governed agree to be governed.
Who is next in line according to presidential succession?
President, vice president, speaker of the house, president pro tempore, ????
Secretary of state