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What were the framers of the Constiution worried about when creating the Constiution?
The framers of the Constitution were worried about the power of the government. They did not want a government that was too powerful, to the point of tyranny, but they also did not want a government too weak to handle issues. They wanted people to be able to express their opinions and have those represented, but also for there to be a central authority to rule.
What is the role of the Legislative Branch?
The legislative branch creates the laws for the country.
How does the Legislative Branch check the Executive Branch? How does the Legislative Branch check the Judicial Branch?
Executive Branch:
- Having the ability to override Presidential veto.
- Having the ability to impeach the president
- Having the ability to refuse treaties
- Approving cabinet members
Judicial Branch:
- Creating amendments
- Approving members of the Judicial branch
- Having the ability to impeach members of the Judicial Branch
What is Enumerated Power? What are some examples?
Enumerated Power is power given to Congress. These powers are explicitly stated in the Constitution. Some examples include the ability to coin money, regulating interstate commerce (trade between states), and maintaining armed forces.
What is Due Process?
The legal rules and procedures the government must follow when people are accused of a crime.
What is the role of the Executive Branch?
The executive branch carries out laws.
How does the Executive Branch check the Legislative Branch? How does the Executive Branch check the Judicial Branch?
Legislative Branch:
- Having the ability to veto a law
- Having the ability to do certain executive actions
Executive Branch:
- Appointing judges
What is Reserved Power? What are some examples?
Reserved Power is power reserved to the states. These powers are explicitly stated in the Constitution. Some examples include creating and managing schools, managing intrastate commerce (trade within a state), and creating marriage and divorce laws.
What is Equal Protection?
The right of all people to be treated equally and fairly by the law.
What is the role of the Judicial Branch?
The judicial branch handles disputes of the law.
How does the Judicial Branch check the Legislative Branch? How does the Judicial Branch check the Executive Branch?
Legislative Branch:
- Having the ability to declare laws unconstitutional.
Executive Branch:
- Having the ability to declare Presidential actions unconstitutional
- Serving for life
What is Concurrent Power? What are some examples?
Concurrent Power is power shared between Congress and the States. These powers are explicitly stated in the Constitution. Some examples include the ability to pass taxes, the ability to carry out criminal justice, and borrowing money.
What is a duty? Give some examples.
A duty is something we have to do as citizens of the United States. Some examples of duties are obeying the law, paying taxes, and serving jury duty.
What are Checks and Balances?
A system by which each branch of government limits power of other branches.
Why do we have Checks and Balances?
We have checks and balances to prevent government corruption.
What is Implied Power? What are some examples?
Implied Power is power given to Congress that is not explicitly stated in the Constitution. Some examples include regulating television, regulating the internet, regulating telephones.
What is a responsibility? Give some examples.
A responsibility is something we should do as citizens of the United States. Some examples of responsibilities are voting and speaking up about issues in our community.
Why are Checks and Balances important?
Checks and balances are important because they distribute the powers of the government. This prevents government corruption and allows us to maintain our liberties, as it ensures no branch can act completely on its own.
If there were no Checks and Balances, what could happen?
If there were no check and balances, a power imbalance between the three branches could occur, allowing one branch to become corrupt.