Branches of Government
Which branch makes laws?
Legislative Branch
The Preamble begins with which three words that show who established the Constitution?
"We the People"
How old must a Representative be according to
Article I?
At least 25 years old
Who can collect taxes?
Congress / Legislative Branch
Name one freedom listed in the First Amendment.
Freedom of speech — or religion, press, assembly, petition
Which branch enforces or carries out the laws?
Executive Branch
Name two reasons listed in the Preamble for establishing the Constitution.
"form a more perfect Union" and "establish Justice"
How old must a Senator be according to Article I?
At least 30 years old
Who can declare war?
Congress / Legislative Branch
What main idea does the 19th Amendment state?
It gives women the right to vote / voting rights cannot be denied because of gender
Which branch decides whether laws follow the Constitution?
Judicial Branch
What does the phrase "promote the general Welfare" mean in your own words?
To help make people healthier, safer, and better off
What are the three requirements to be President listed in Article II?
Natural born citizen, at least 35 years old, resident for at least 14 years
Who is commander-in-chief of the armed forces?
The President / Executive Branch
How is an amendment proposed according to Article V?
By two-thirds of both houses of Congress or two-thirds of state legislatures
Which branch can approve judicial appointments?
Legislative Branch (Senate approves))
According to the Preamble, who is meant to receive the "Blessings of Liberty"?
Ourselves and our Posterity — present and future Americans
What is treason, as defined in Article III?
Levying war against the U.S. or giving aid and comfort to enemies
Who can impeach the president and judges?
Congress can impeach (House impeaches; Senate tries)
How is an amendment ratified according to Article V?
By three-fourths of the states
Which branch can issue executive orders and which branch can overturn them?
Executive issues; Judicial can overturn
Compare the purpose of the Declaration of Independence's preamble and the Constitution's preamble in one sentence.
The Declaration explains why the colonies broke away and the rights governments should protect; the Constitution's Preamble explains why the people are creating this new system of government.
Which branch can admit new states into the Union?
Legislative Branch
Which branch can overturn laws and which branch can overturn executive orders?
Judicial Branch can overturn laws and can overturn executive orders if unconstitutional
What is called the "supreme law of the land" in Article VI?
The Constitution (and laws and treaties under it)