The Constitution
What is the significance of the Great Compromise at the Constitutional Convention of 1787?
It resolved a major conflict between large and small states which established a bicameral legislature (senate and house of reps)
Which court case established Judicial Review?
Marbury v. Madison
On what side of the scale are Republicans on?
Right
What is Federalism?
A system of government in which power is divided and shared between a central and regional government
When is Jacks birthday?
May 14, 2001
What does the 4th amendment guarantee the people?
What did the court case Tinker v. Des Moines determine?
It protected students rights to free speech in schools and ruled that students don't lose their first amendment rights at the schoolhouse gate.
How many members are in the house of reps and in the senate?
house of reps: 435
senate: 100
what is an example of delegated powers?
Powers granted specifically to the federal government such as the power to coin money
Who is the devils mascot?
NJ devil
Which amendment states the rights that are not listed in the constitution but are still retained by the people?
The 9th amendment
Which court case determined that evidence obtained through unlawful searches and seizures could not be used in state courts?
What is Filibuster?
a tactic used in the U.S. senate to delay or block the passage of a bill
What are the characteristics of people who are most likely to vote? (hint: 6)
1. higher levels of education
2. older age
3. higher income
4. strong party affiliation
5. homeownership
6. regular participation in civic activities
How long is an NHL hockey rink?
200ft
Which amendment limits the presidents term in office?
The 22nd Amendment
Corporations and unions could spend unlimited amounts of money on political advertising and other political activities. (corporations are people and have some rights)
What is the role of the House Rules Committee?
Responsible for setting rules for debate on most pieces of legislation in the House of reps
How many votes does a person need to win the presidency in the electoral college?
270/538
When were the New Jersey Devils founded?
1974
What does the 10th amendment state?
It states that any powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved for the states or the people. It limits federal authority.
Which court case establishes the principle of "one person, one vote"?
Barker v. Carr
What are the requirements to be a rep vs a senator?
rep: 25yrs old, us citizen for 7yrs, and a resident of the state they represent
senator: 30yrs old, us citizen for 9yrs, and a resident of the state they are elected from
What is the significance of midterm elections?
They determine the composition of congress
What award was Jack Hughes awarded that made him so famous?
Hughes was awarded the Dave Tyler Junior Player of the Year Award as the best American-born player in junior ice hockey