Legislative Branch
What is the primary job of the legislative branch?
To make laws.
Who is the head of the Executive Branch?
The President.
What is the job of the Judicial Branch?
To interpret laws and settle disputes. Determine the Constitutionality of laws.
What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution known as?
Bill of Rights
What does "Popular Sovereignty" mean?
The government's authority comes from the people.
What are the two parts of Congress?
The House of Representatives and the Senate.
How long is a President's term?
4 years
How many Supreme Court Justices are there?
9 Justices (1 Chief Justice and 8 Associate Justices).
What does the First Amendment protect?
Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.
What are "Checks and Balances"?
A system that ensures no branch of government becomes too powerful.
How many members are in the House of Representatives?
435
What is the maximum time a President can serve?
10 years
What is the term length for a federal judge?
Life (unless they resign, retire, or are removed).
What right does the Second Amendment guarantee?
The right to bear arms.
What is meant by "Individual Rights"?
The rights and freedoms guaranteed to individuals by the Constitution.
How many senators does each state have?
2
Who advises the President?
The President's Cabinet
Who nominates federal judges?
The President.
What protection does the Fourth Amendment provide?
Protection against unreasonable searches and seizures.
Define "Federalism".
The division of power between national and state governments.
What power does Congress have regarding war?
Only Congress can declare war.
What are the 3 qualifications to become President?
Must be at least 35 years old, a natural-born citizen, and have lived in the U.S. for 14 years.
What must happen for a federal judge to take office?
They must be approved by the Senate.
What does the Fifth Amendment guarantee?
The right to due process and protection against self-incrimination.
What are powers explicitly granted to the federal government by the constitution?
Enumerated Powers