About the Executive Branch
In what chamber do presidential impeachment proceedings start?
House of Representatives
How much does a Congressman or Congresswoman make on average every year?
165K
What amendment restricts the government from controlling what you say, believe or where you go?
First Amendment
This Amendment restricts the government from taking Americans guns?
2nd Amendment
Which Amendments speak directly to your interactions with our legal system?
Amendments 4-8
What happens once the House of Representatives votes to impeach a president?
The Senate will hold a hearing to determine guilt.
How long is a term for a member of the House of Representatives?
2 Years
How long is 1 term for a Supreme Court Justice (judge)?
Lifetime
What is a Presidential veto?
The power of a government official or group to keep a law from taking effect.
How much doe the Vice President make each year?
208K
How long is a presidential term?
4 years
What does the Legislative Branch do?
Make Laws
Declare War
Control taxes, government spending, and interstate commerce
Who is third in line to presidential power?
Speaker of the House
How do we decide which party is in control of our government?
Majority Rule
This amendment guarantees a speedy trial by a jury of one's peers.
Also, people accused are to be informed of the crimes with which they are charged and have the right to confront the witnesses brought by the government.
6th Amendment
How much does the President of the United States make in a year?
400K
How long is 1 term for a United States Senator?
6 Years
________________ is an accusation of misconduct made by the House of Representatives.
Impeachment
What is treason?
An act that betrays or endangers one's country
What are the 3 qualifications to become a member of the House of Representatives?
Must be 25
Must be a United States Citizen for 7 years
Live in the district they represent
What are the qualifications to be president?
Must be 35
Must be a U.S. born citizen
Must live in the country for at least 14 years
This person is President "for the time being" of the Senate and acts as a tie breaking vote when needed.
President Pro Tempore
What is a Bicameral Legislature?
A lawmaking body comprised of two houses.
______________________ is the manipulation of the mapmaking process for personal gain.
Gerrymandering
What are the 3 qualifications to be a United States Senator?
Must be at least 30
Be a United States citizen for 9 years
Must live in the state they represent