Unit 2 Gov Review

Legislative

100

The primary function of the legislative branch is to:

Pass laws 

200

The House of Representatives has ____ members 

435

300

Describe the "Elastic Clause" included in the constitution 

Implied powers that Congress gets even though its not specifically stated in the Constitution if its connected to a power that is stated in the Constitution. 

Example- constitution gives congress the power to make money (implied power- they would also be allowed to create a bank to hold the money they make) 

400

In the Senate WHO breaks a tie? 

The VICE PRESIDENT

500

What role do your state representatives play in federal elections? 

State representatives cast the electoral ballots for each state to determine who the president will be 

Executive

100

The primary function of the Executive branch is to 

Enforce laws created by Congress 

200

List TWO powers of the President 

1. Signing Laws

2. Commander-in-Chief

3. Calls special meetings of Congress 

4. Granting Pardons 

300

What are THREE cabinet offices?

• Department of Agriculture (USDA): Develops policy on farming, agriculture, and food.
• Department of Commerce: Fosters economic growth, trade, and technological development.
• Department of Defense (DoD): Provides the military forces needed to deter war and protect national security.
• Department of Education: Promotes student achievement and prepares students for global competitiveness.
• Department of Energy (DOE): Advances energy, environmental, and nuclear security.
• Department of Health and Human Services (HHS): Protects the health of Americans and provides essential human services.
• Department of Homeland Security (DHS): Secures the nation from threats, including terrorism and border security.
• Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD): Addresses housing needs and improves community development.
• Department of the Interior (DOI): Manages public lands, national parks, and natural resources.
• Department of Justice (DOJ): Enforces federal laws, ensures public safety, and represents the U.S. in legal matters.
• Department of Labor (DOL): Protects workers' rights, wages, and safety.
• Department of State (DOS): Handles international relations and foreign policy.
• Department of Transportation (DOT): Ensures a fast, safe, and efficient transportation system.
• Department of the Treasury: Manages federal finances, produces currency, and collects taxes.
• Department of Veterans Affairs (VA): Provides benefits and services to military veterans. 

400

The 22nd Amendment...

Limits Presidents to 2 terms in office 

500

Presidents have the power to declare war. True or False?

False - only Congress can declare war after a vote w a 2/3 majority. The president can ask Congress to consider it or make an argument for it. 

Judicial

100

How many members sit on the Supreme Court?

NINE! With eight justices and one Chief Justice to break ties. 

200

How long to Supreme Court Justices hold office?

For life or until they retire/ step down! 

300

How are Supreme Court justices selected for office? (two parts)

Appointed by the President, then voted for confirmation/denial by Congress 

400

Marbury V Madison established the Writ of Certori, in simpler words it establishes ________ _______ for court cases. 

JUDICIAL REVIEW 

500

Brown V Board of Education overturned previous Supreme Court case _______ v _________

Brown V Board of Education overturned the previous Supreme Court case Plessy V Ferguson, ending segregation after nearly 100 years. 

Checks and Balances

100

Why do branches have jobs relating to other branches? 

(Congress holds TRAILS for impeachment) 

(Supreme court decides on LAWS) 

(President appoints JUDGES) 

To prevent one branch from becoming too powerful 

(could you imagine if congress tried to make a law removing one or more of the branches?)

200

The constitution can only be changed or amended by

Congress with a 2/3rd majority or a called state convention with 3/4 majority 

300

What is ONE check the Judicial Branch has on the Legislative Branch 

The Supreme Court can declare laws made by Congress unconstitutional if they contradict the constitution 

400

To OVERRIDE a president's veto, congress must: 

Get a 2/3rd majority in BOTH the Senate and House of Reps. 

500

Who has the power to impeach presidents and other government officials? (Double points if you can name the correct section of the branch) 

Congress! Specifically the House of Representatives 

G Money Wildcard

100

What is Mrs. G's favorite color?

Dark GREEN (and pink) 

200

How many bones has Mrs. G broken? 

182 (and counting) 

300

Where did Mrs. G go to college?

Coastal Carolina University 

400

BAMBOOZELED!!!! always going for the big point/ easy quesitons.. shame 

Lose 400 pts 

500

What is my coffee order?

Espresso, ice and milk (ICED LATTE)