Legislative Branch
What is the purpose of the Legislative Branch?
To make the laws
What is the purpose of the Executive Branch?
To Enforce the Laws
What is the purpose of the Judicial Branch?
To Interpret the Laws
What is the name of the first 10 amendments?
The Bill of Rights
What is the Preamble?
It is the introduction to the constitution
What Article of the Constitution is the Legislative Branch in?
Article 1
What Article of the Constitution is the Executive Branch in?
Article 2
What Article of the Constitution is the Judicial Branch in?
Article 3
What is the 1st Amendment?
Freedom of speech, press, religion, assembly, and petition
How many articles are in the constitution?
7
Name the two houses in the Legislative Branch
The House and The Senate
Who becomes President when the President dies or is removed from office?
The Vice President
How many judges are there on the Supreme Court?
9
What is the 2nd Amendment?
The right to bear arms
What is the 8th Amendment?
No excessive bail or cruel punishment.
How many members are in the House of Representatives?
435
How many Terms and Years can a president serve?
2 Terms and 10 Years
How many years is their term?
Until they die or step down
What is the 9th Amendment?
People get rights not listed in Constitution
What is the 5th Amendment?
No double jeopardy or no witness against yourself
How many years is a senator’s term?
6 Years
What is the age requirement for the President of the United States?
35 Years Old
Who approves judges?
The Senate
What is the 8th Amendment?
No excessive bail or cruel punishment.
What does the “necessary and proper clause” do?
Gives Congress the power to make changes that are “necessary and proper” to govern