definition
what is the constitution?
The Constitution is the basic and supreme law of the United States. It tells us the structure of the U.S. government and ensures our responsibilities as citizens.
The Second Amendment states that you may NOT keep and bear arms.
False! The Second Amendment states that the people have the right to keep and bear Arms.
Who defines the congressional districts the federal government or the states?
a state
od inador dna stealibsh isht onsutittion orf het nudtie tasste fo meairac.
do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.
What is the size of the House of Representatives and how is it determined?
The membership of the House of Representatives is fixed in law at 435 Members representing the 50 States. The Constitution entitles each State to at least one Representative. Beyond this Representatives are apportioned among the States according to population.
The House of Representatives has 535 members
False! The house has 435 members.
the population of Florida is 23.37 million how many representatives does it have?
28 representatives
We the People of the _____ _____, in Order to form a more ____ ____, establish ______, insure______ ________
We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility
What is a member of Congress?
A Member of Congress is a person serving in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A Member of the Senate is referred to as a Senator, and a Member of the House of Representatives, as Representative or Congressman or Congresswoman.
Members of Congress, to some extent, privileged from arrest
True!
What is the purpose of the American Government?
The purpose is expressed in the preamble to the Constitution:
in order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense” etc.
The ______ __ ______ ___ _____ ___ _________ are two fundamental principles underlying the Constitution. They work together to prevent a tyrannous concentration of power in any one branch, to check and restrain Government, and, ultimately, to protect the rights and liberties of citizens.
The separation of powers and checks and balances are two fundamental principles underlying the Constitution. They work together to prevent a tyrannous concentration of power in any one branch, to check and restrain Government, and, ultimately, to protect the rights and liberties of citizens.
What is the “lame duck” amendment?
“The ‘‘lame duck’’ amendment is the popular name for the 20th amendment to the Constitution, ratified on February 6, 1933. It is designed to limit the time that elected officials can serve after the general election in November.”
The U.S has a leader who controls the whole country.
False!
What form of government do we have in the United States?
“The United States, under its Constitution, is a federal, representative, democratic republic
The senate has ____ members.
100
What is a Delegate or Resident Commissioner, as distinguished from a representative?
From the beginning of the Republic, accordingly, the House of representatives has admitted Delegates from Territories or districts. May participate in House debate but they are not permitted to vote on the floor. All serve on committees of the House and possess powers and privliges equal to the other Members in committee, including the right to vote in committee.
The only amendment to be repealed was the 18th amendment!
True!
What is the role of the citizen in our Government?
At the most basic level, the right to vote gives the citizen a chance to help select those who will ultimately be responsible for determining public policy.
A Member of ________ is a person serving in the ______ or the _____ of ______________. A Member of the ______ is referred to as a _______, and a Member of the _____ of ___________, as _____________ or ________man or _______woman.
A Member of Congress is a person serving in the Senate or the House of Representatives. A Member of the Senate is referred to as a Senator, and a Member of the House of Representatives, as Representative or Congressman or Congresswoman.