Constitution Basics
What two groups make up the Congress of the United States?
House and Senate
Which power of the president is referred to when he stops a law?
Veto
A state’s number of representatives in the House is based on what?
State’s population
What branch enforces and carries out laws?
Executive
What do archaeologists study to learn about history?
Artifacts
How long is the term of a U.S. President?
2, 4 year terms
What congressional power allows Congress to pass a law even after a veto?
Override
How long is the term of a federal judge on the Supreme Court?
Life
What is a “precedent”? (Define)
An example that would become standard practice
Give an example of a primary source
*Multiple Answers*
What is the highest court in the federal government?
Supreme Court/Judicial Branch
What principle is shown by the ability of each branch to limit the others?
Checks and balances
What is the system of electing a President called?
Electoral College
Name one precedent Washington set as president.
Serving two terms (or having a Cabinet)
How did early people first get to the Americas?
Walked across a land bridge from Asia to Alaska
What principle means “We, the People” are in charge of the government?
Popular sovereignty
Which principle lets the Supreme Court declare laws unconstitutional?
Judicial review
If Texas has 40 electoral votes, how many members do they have in the House of Representatives?
38
Where can a bill be introduced?
In the House or the Senate
What battle was the Turning Point of the Revolutionary war
Battle of Saratoga
What gives Congress the ability to pass laws that are “necessary and proper”?
Elastic Clause
Which principle divides power between state and federal governments?
Federalism
What two things can the President do to a bill?
Sign it into law, or Veto
Which principle is shown when powers are split between the 3 branches?
Separation of Powers
Define culture
a way of life shared by members of a society