Balance of Power
When the president refuses to sign a bill into a law
What is a Veto?
What is another name for the Judicial Branch?
The Supreme Court
What is another name for the Legislative Branch? (What are the two chambers?)
Congress, The House of Representatives and the Senate
Does the Bill of Rights give the federal government more power or limit it?
It limits the federal government's power.
The Legislative Branch
How many justices are in the Supreme Court?
Nine
What is the first step in a bill becoming a law AFTER the "idea" stage.
A representative needs to like the idea and take it to Washington D.C.
Which larger document is the Bill of Rights part of?
The constitution
How does the Supreme Court limit the power of Congress?
They can declare laws unconstitutional
What was the Supreme Court's Decision in Tinker vs. Des Moines?
Schools can't stop student protests unless they interfere with the education.
Which chamber of congress gives votes to states based on population size?
The House of Representatives
List at least two rights given in the first amendment.
Any two: Freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedom of religion, freedom of assembly, or freedom of petition.
How does the President limit the power of the Supreme Court?
He nominates new judges.
What was the Supreme Court's decision in New Jersey vs. T.L.O.?
Schools must have reasonable suspicion (or probable cause) to search students.
How can Congress get around a presidential veto of a bill?
Either through Congressional override (2/3 majority vote) OR by rewriting the bill and trying again. (Only need to provide one of the answers)
What does the fourth amendment protect you from?
You can't be searched without a warrant or probable cause.
How does Congress limit the power of the President?
Impeachment OR By cofirming presidential nominations.
How can Congress change a Supreme Court decision?
By adding an amendment to the Constitution.
What was the name of the decision to split Congress into two houses. (Equal vs. proportional representation)
The Great Compromise
Who was in favor of the Bill of Rights, the Federalists or the Antifederalists
Antifederalists