Vocab
What is the Preamble
Introduction to the Constitution, outlines reasons for writing the Constitution
What is a Militia?
A military force of civilians
Why are Checks and balances important?
Each branch of government can limit the powers of the other branches.
What is the bill of rights?
The first 10 amendments to the Constitution, enacted to protect natural rights of liberty and property
What is federalism?
A system of government in which power is divided by the central government and the state government
What does pardon mean?
The act of forgiving or excusing
Who and what is the commander in Chief in charge of ?
The President, in charge of all armed troops in the nation
What is the State of the Union Address
A speech given by the President once a year
What is a Vacancy?
An unoccupied position
What is poll tax?
A tax required to vote
What is a cloture?
A procedure for ending a debate and taking a vote
Who is an elector?
A person who has the right to vote in an election
What is a committee?
Group of people appointed for a specific function
What is foreign affairs?
Activities in and relationships with other countries
The first Constitution of the United States
What is elastic clause
Congress has the power to pass laws that are "necessary and proper."
What is due process?
Fair treatment under the law
What is a cabinet?
Board of advisors to the President, members are the Secretaries of the executive departments
What is Judicial review?
The power of a court to review the constitutionality of laws, acts, and orders
What is Coin Money?
Power of Congress to make money?
What is the Writ of extradition?
Legal paperwork required to move a wanted person from one state to another state
What is the original Jurisdiction?
The power to hear a case for the first time
What is Naturalization Laws?
Laws by which one can become a citizen of the USA
What is a Bill of Attainder?
A legislative act that singles out an individual or group for punishment
What is an Census?
An official count or survey of the population; happens every 10 years