Preamble
Fill in the blank....We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect ________________ ,
Union
What branch of government does article I create?
legislative branch.
What branch of government do Articles 2 and 3 create? Name both
Executive and Judicial branches
What group does Article 4 describe and manage?
The States
Name the three things Articles 5, 6, and 7 describe.
Article 5- Amendment Process Article 6- The Supremacy Clause, Federal law is more important than State laws. Article 7- The Ratification Process
How does the Constitution "provide for the common defense"?
Creates the military (Army/Navy)
What “sole” power does the House Representative have to help balance power?
Impeachment
Who is the head of the Executive Branch?
The President
What type of government must every state have?
A republican government (Representative Democracy)
Which was the first state to ratify?
Delaware
What is Domestic Tranquility?
Peace at home
Only the House can introduce bills that involve this?
raising and spending money (taxes)
What are the 3 qualifications to be president?
35 Years old
Natural Born US citizen
Live in the US for 14 years
What does Article IV (4) section 1 ensure?
That all states respect the laws and court orders of other states.
How does an amendment get ratified?
3/4ths (38/50)of the states must ratify it.
What two ways does the Constitution "establish justice"?
Create the Federal Court system and the Jury System.
What are the three qualifications for a Bill (legislation) to become a Law?
Laws must be passed in the House
In the Senate
and be approved (or at least not vetoed) by the president.
What two courts are created in Article 3 section 1?
The Supreme Court and inferior courts (lesser courts)
What rules does Section 2 establish for alleged criminals that flee a state?
That states must send alleged criminals back to the state where they are being accused (Extradition)
When did the new government officially begin?
March 4, 1789
List the 6 purposes of the Constitution in the Preamble.
In order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty.
Who is the president of the Senate? When do they get to vote?
Vice President, Votes when there is a tie on a vote.
What types of cases are heard in federal courts? Name all 6 types.
(1) how to interpret the Constitution, (2) all laws passed by Congress, (3) our nation’s rights and responsibilities in agreements with other nations.(4)disputes between states, (5) disputes between citizens of different states,(6) disputes between states and the federal government.
When does the Congress have the power to protect the states? (Name two)
Invasion from foreign countries and from violent uprisings within the state.
How does Article 6 ensure freedom of religion?
By not requiring public officials to practice a certain religion. No religious test to hold office.