The Constitutions' Principles
What is Popular Sovereingty?
Popular sovereignty is the right for the people to decide the most fit form of government.
What is the 1st Amendment in the Constitution?
The right of free speech & expression.
Which Part of Congress is the Upper House and Lower House?
Senate is the upper house, while the house of representatives is the lower house.
What are the 3 Branches of Government?
Judicial Branch, Legislative Branch & the Executive Branch.
What is a Republican Form of Government?
A republican form of government is one in which electric representatives perform duties for the people.
Describe Federalism.
A System of government where power is divided between the states and a national government.
Name At Least 2 Categories of Rights Under the Constitution.
to be protected by government action / to enjoy basic human rights / to receive equal treatment
List 1 Enumerated Power Given to Congress.
coining money / regulating interstate & foreign trade
How Many Terms are the President/Vice President Limited to, and how Long do they Last?
2 terms, each spanning 4 years.
What Person Proposed that America Must Give Certain Human Rights?
Thomas Jefferson
What are Enumerated Powers?
Powers given to an can only be exercised by Congress.
What Duties Must All American Citizens Take Part of?
All Americans owe loyalty to the US and are entitled to protect it.
What is the total number of senators & representatives in Congress? (each or total)
435 representatives in the house, 100 senators in the senate.
What are the 3 Tiers of Federal Court, from Least to Greatest?
District Courts -> Court of Appeals -> Supreme Court
How Many Times has the Constitution Been Amended?
The Constitution has been amended 27 times
What is the Process to Amend the Constitution? Please State All Steps.
1. Introduction - votes are passed through the upper & lower house with a 2/3 majority
2 - Ratification - votes must be passed through all US states with a 3/4 majority
In What Section of Amendments does the Majority of our Basic Rights Fall Under?
The Bill of Rights.
What is the Majority Votes Required for an Amendment to Pass Introduction to the House?
2/3 votes each of the Senate & house.
What does the Cabinet of the Executive Branch Consist of? List the Titles of each Person Included.
The cabinet includes the vice president and attorney general, as well as the heads of the 15 executive departments.
List 1 Duty the Executive Branch Must Perform.
direct foreign policy / negotiate treaties / control the military
What Happens if Powers Begin to Contradict Between the States and Congress? Please Cite What Part in the Constitution Allows this to Occur.
The supremacy clause states that federal law (congressional laws) override state laws.
What Process can be Taken for a Child Born on Foreign Land to Immediately Become a Citizen? Please State its Definition.
Naturalization, 1 parent must be a US citizen.
What Checks & Balances are Given to Congress? Name at least 1.
Override vetos from the president / reject justice appointments / confirm presidential appointments
Why Does the Executive Branch Control the Military?
The Framers Believed that the military would be dangerous if it was not regulated.
What is the General Consensus of the Constitution (What is it's Purpose)?
The Constitution is responsible for recording the laws that dictate America's government. It also gives instruction or due process to all.