Branches of Government
What branch of government is led by the President
Executive Branch
What is a nickname for our President? (has to do with the military)
Commander in Chief
A written introduction stating the goals of the Constitution (hint: the first sentence)
Preamble
How old does someone have to be to run for President
35 years old
George Washington was unanimously elected as President of the Constitutional Convention. What does unanimous mean?
Everyone voted the same, Everyone voted for him
Which branch of government is also called Congress?
Legislative
What do we called our Legislative Branch?
Congress
This government idea divides decision making for laws between the federal and state governments
Federalism
How long does a Supreme Court Justice serve for?
For life
Which state benefited the MOST from counting 3/5 slaves towards population?
Virginia
Which branch of government is the highest court in the land?
Judicial
Who is considered the "Father of the U.S. Constitution? Hint: The Maddy Daddy
James Madison
This system ensures that no branch of government becomes too powerful by spreading out the powers amongst the three branches of government
Separation of Powers
How many years is someone the President and how many times can they be elected?
4 years, Can be elected twice
How many delegates were at the Constitutional Convention
55 delegates
Which branch of government uses the constitution when reviewing laws
Judicial
What nickname did the first four Virginia President's receive due to their long rule?
The Virginia Dynasty
This principle allows branches of government to stop each other from doing something unfair
Checks and Balances
How many Supreme Court Justices are there?
9 Justices
Thomas Jefferson was NOT at the Constitutional Convention because he was busy serving as an _________________ in France.
Ambassador
Which branch of government can declare war?
Legislative
What nickname did the delegates at the Constitution Convention receive?
The Founding Fathers
A formal accusation against a government official, could lead to their removal (hint: like being fired)
Impeach
Which Amendment gives us the Right to Remain Silent?
The 5th Amendment
Describe the conditions from the Constitutional Convention (ex. how long it took, temperature, etc)
4 months in the summer, all windows and doors closed, no AC, no running water/plumbing