That the government must follow certain procedures that have been established by law and are guaranteed in the Constitution.
200
How many amendments are there? (No book)
10.
200
Who serves as a legislative leader? (No book)
The President.
200
What is a citizen? (No book)
Is a person who owes loyalty to and is entitled to the protection of a state or nation.
300
What are the 6 goals of the government stated in the Preamble? (no book)
To Form a More Perfect Union, To Establish Justice, To Insure Domestic Tranquility, To Provide for the Common Defense, To Promote the General Welfare, and To Secure the Blessings of Liberty.
300
Who Stands at the top of the American Legal system.
The Supreme Court.
300
How does a person of foreign birth become a citizen? (No book)
Through a process of naturalization.
400
What are Implied Powers, and concurrent powers?
Concurrent: Powers shared by the state and federal governments.
Implied: Powers bot specifically defined in the Constitution.
400
What can The House of Representatives do to bring formal charges against, any federal officials it suspects of wrong doing?
They can impeach.
400
Name 4 other ways you can participate as a American Citizen?
1. Voting when you are 18.
2. Working on a Political campaign.
3. Volunteer to help in a hospital.
4. Volunteer for working in a library.
5. Participation in a local park cleanup.
500
What are three major principles of the Constitution? (no book)
Popular Sovereignty, Republicanism, Limited Government, Federalism, Separation of Powers, Checks and Balances, and Individual Rights.
500
Name the Actions of how a bill becomes a law? (Hint only 4 actions)
1. Introduction.
2. Committee Action.
3. Floor Action.
4. Enactment Into Law
500
What are three important functions that laws serve.
They help maintain order; They protect the health, safety, and properties of all citizens; and they make it possible for people to live together peacefully.