Terms
The first 10 Amendments to the Constitution
Bill of Rights
Central, National and Federal Government all refer to what?
What is the government in Washington D.C which is headed by the President of the United States
The branch has the power to veto
Executive Branch
This article establishes congress- the Legislative Branch
Article I
How long are the terms for members of the House Representatives
2 years
A system of government with two houses
Bicameral
A single government plan for the government that was written in 1777
This branch has the power to declare war
Legislative Branch
This article establishes the executive branch
Article II
Term length for Senate
6 years
Sections that the Constitution is divided into
Articles
What didn't the Articles of Confederation work?
It did not provide a strong national government
This branch interprets the laws
Judicial Branch
Article IV
Term length for President
4 years
System of electing a President using a group of electors, instead of the general public, to cast votes for president
Electoral College
When did the Declaration of Independence become effective
July 4th, 1776
The President is the head of this branch
Executive Branch
This article establishes federal Supremacy
Article VI
Term length for Supreme Court justices
Life term
Official way to confirm something; usually by vote.
Ratify
Who becomes President of the President and Vice President can no longer serve?
Speak of the House
Judicial Branch
This article establishes the amendment process
Article V
How many terms can the President serve?
2 terms