Congress
How many years do the house of representatives serve for?
6
What is the Bill of Rights?
The first 10 amendments.
How many Articles are in the constitution?
7
How is the president voted for?
Electoral College
What happens to a bill if the president doesn't pass it?
It is vetoed and sent back to congress
What makes up Congress?
The House of Representatives and the Senate
What are the 5 freedoms of the First Amendment?
Freedom of speech, press, assembly, petition, and religion.
What is the 2nd amendment?
Right to bear arms
What are the voting requirements?
US Citizen, 18 years old, residency requirements
What power does each branch have?
The Legislative makes all laws, the Executive carries out laws, and the Judicial evaluates laws.
What are the three branches of government?
Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches
Where is the Bill of Rights kept today?
The National Archives in Washington DC.
How many amendments to the US Constitution are there?
27
How many votes does the presidential candidate need to win?
270 votes
What part of Congress handles tax bills?
The House of Representatives
How many members are in Congress?
535
When was the first amendment made?
1791
What are the 3 parts of the constitution?
Preamble, 7 Articles, and 27 amendments.
What does NPP stand for?
No Party Preference
What type of government is the United States?
Federalists
How can you tell Congress is in session?
The flag over the chamber is raised and the light is on at the top.
When were rights extended to formerly enslaved African Americans?
1866
What are the first three words of the Constitution?
"We the People"
What is a closed election?
Only members of the party can vote.
Who becomes President after the Vice President?
The President Pro Tempore