Judicial Branch
Who has the power to impeach a Supreme Court Justice?
What are the two houses of Congress?
Senate and House of Representatives
How can the Legislative Branch check the power of the Executive Branch?
Override a Presidential veto, control the budget, approve treaties and appointments
Who was the first President of the United States?
George Washington
What is the primary responsibility of the Executive Branch?
To enforce laws
How long is the term of a Supreme Court Justice?
Life
What is the primary responsibility of the Legislative Branch?
To make laws
How can the Executive Branch check the power of the Legislative Branch?
Veto legislation, issue executive orders
Which two presidents have served at least part of 2 nonconsecutive terms?
Presidents Cleveland and Trump
When it comes to law-making, what power does the President have over the Legislative Branch?
Veto Power
In deciding a case, it allows for a majority.
Two-Thirds
How can the Judicial Branch check the power of the Legislative Branch?
Declare laws unconstitutional (judicial review)
Name a famous Founding Father who was a key contributor to the drafting of the US Constitution.
James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson (Any of these)
What is the role of the President as Commander-in-Chief?
Head of the armed forces
Who appoints the Supreme Court Justices?
Executive Branch
What is the process called where Congress formally accuses a government official of misconduct?
Impeachment
Explain how the process of a bill becoming a law is an example of Checks and Balances.
Legislative passes bill ---> Executive approves/vetoes ---> Legislative can override the veto with 2/3 vote.
Who was the first female Speaker of the House of Representatives?
Nancy Pelosi
What is an executive order?
A rule or command issued by the President that has the force of law.
Who was the first African American Supreme Court Justice?
Thurgood Marshall
Explain the difference between a bill and a law.
A bill is a proposed law. A law is a bill that has been passed by both houses of Congress and signed by the President.
Explain how the principle of "separation of powers" helps maintain a balance of power in the US government.
Power is divided among three branches of government, preventing any one branch from becoming too powerful.
Who is the current Chief Justice of the Supreme Court?
John Roberts
How many departments are part of the Executive Branch's cabinet?
15