People
The idea of separation of powers was proposed by:
Montesquieu
A form of government in which power is divided between national and state governments is called:
Federalism
The first ten amendments to the Constitution are known as:
Bill of Rights
How many voting members are in the U.S. House of Representatives?
435
The First Amendment protects:
Freedom of speech, press, religion, assembly
The Declaration of Independence was primarily written by:
Thomas Jefferson
Which principle of the Constitution means that government power is limited by law?
Limited government
Which article of the Constitution establishes the legislative branch?
Article I
Senators serve terms of:
6 years
The President is elected to a term of:
4 years
How many justices are on the U.S. Supreme Court
9
A bill must pass both houses of Congress and be signed by:
The President
The Supreme Court's main power is:
Judicial review
The power to declare war belongs to:
Congress
The executive department that handles foreign policy is:
State
Supreme Court justices serve:
For life
What is the main job of the executive branch?
Enforce laws
Which amendment limits the President to two terms?
22nd
The power to confirm Supreme Court nominees belongs to:
Senate
Which level of government controls public education?
State
Who is the "Father of the Constitution"
James Madison
A tax on imported goods is called a:
Tariff
Which case established judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison
Which government type allows citizens to elect representatives?
Republic
Which group is primarily responsible for running elections?
State governments