Branch Powers
impeachment
Congress
Minimum age of President (or VP)
35
Established the Supreme Court
Article III
People are the source of political authority
Popular Sovereignty
Montesquieu is know for these two important principles of democracy
Separation of Powers and
Checks and Balances
declares war
Congress (legislative branch)
Citizenship qualification of Senators
9 years
Outlines the structure, powers, and qualifications of Congress
Article I
Examples of this principle are the freedom of speech, freedom of religion
INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS
Key term that means powers specifically given to the federal government by the Constitution. (Also called expressed or delegated powers)
Enumerated powers
appoints federal judges
President (executive branch)
Age qualification of House of Representatives
25
Also called the Supremacy Clause, says the Constitution and federal laws are superior to state laws or actions
Article VI
the Constitution divides the government into 3 distinct branches, each with its own powers
SEPARATION OF POWERS
DOUBLE JEOPARDY!!!
What are concurrent powers?
FOR DOUBLE POINTS, identify one of these powers.
Powers that belong to both the state governments and the federal government.
can declare a law or executive action unconstitutional
Supreme Court (judicial branch)
Maximum number of years one can be president
10 years
Explains the two methods to change the Constitution
Article V
Each branch has a way of limiting the power of the other two branches
CHECKS & BALANCES
Group that advises the president
Cabinet
Executive
DOUBLE JEOPARDY!
What is the term of office of a Senator?
FOR DOUBLE POINTS: What is the term of office of House of Representatives?
Senate- 6 years
House- 2 years
Outlines the branch that enforces the laws
Article II
citizens elect representatives to carry out their will
REPUBLICANISM
flashback question!
What word means the right to vote?
SUFFRAGE