Legislative
How many senators are there?
100 senators
Led by who?
The president
cases heard by appellate courts are decided by who?
A panel of judges
What are the first 10 amendments called?
The bill of rights.
Article III of the Constitution outlines the duties of which branch?
Judicial
How many House of Representative members are there?
435 members.
Who is the Commander-in-Chief?
They are responsible for the safety and security of the United States and its citizens.
In a state court, a losing party can appeal a case if...
A higher court agrees to hear it.
To what age did the 26th Amendment lower the voting age?
18 years of age.
How many articles does the US Constitution have?
Seven.
Article 1 of the constitution gives legislative powers to which body?
congress, house of representatives, and Senate.
Which powers belong to the Executive Branch?
Implementing, enforcing laws passed by congress, foreign policy.
Before a case can be heard in a state high court, it must...
Go through a selection process
Which amendment guarantees Due Process freedoms?
14th amendments
When were the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?
December 15th, 1791.
What is the term length for a member of the House of Representatives?
Two years.
What is the role of the executive branch?
Puts government laws and programs into effect.
US District Courts hear federal cases involving...
Civil and criminal issues.
Which amendment guarantees US citizenship to people born in the US?
14th Amendment
Which group wanted a Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?
Anti- federalist
What is the primary job of the Legislative Branch?
To make laws.
How long until the President and Vice President serve?
They serve four-year terms.
What is the made job for Judicial Branch?
To interpret laws.
The 13th Amendment is considered a type of what amendment?
Reconstruction Amendment.
What are powers directly stated in the Constitution called?
Expressed Power.