Sparks of Revolution
Which Enlightenment thinker inspired the colonies with his belief in natural rights?
John Locke
What event showed the government that the AOC was too weak?
Shays' Rebellion
What is the length of the term for the Executive Branch?
4 years
How long is a term for a Senator?
6 years
Who chooses a Supreme Court judge?
The President
What event caused the British to close Boston Harbor?
The Boston Tea Party
How many state votes were needed to amend the AOC?
13/all
What is the main way the Executive Branch checks the Legislative Branch?
Name the two chambers in the Legislative Branch
House of Representatives; Senate
Which branch of government can impeach a judge?
The Legislative Branch
Which event was the "Shot Heard Round the World?"
The Battle of Lexington and Concord
How many branches of government did the AOC create?
One/Legislative
What is the minimum age requirement for the President?
35
What is the main role of the Legislative Branch?
Create laws
Declare laws unconstitutional
What term is defined as an agreement between members of a society to give up some rights in order to receive benefits from the state?
Social Contract
What group had the most power given to it in the AOC?
The states
What is the main way the Legislative Branch checks the Executive Branch?
They can impeach the President
How are the number of Senators and the number of House of Representatives decided?
Senators: 2 from each state
HOR: Based on population of state
What is the term of office for a Supreme Court judge?
Life