Branches of Government
What branch of government is led by the President
Executive Branch
What is another name for our President? (has to do with the military)
Commander-in-Chief
A written introduction stating the goals of the Constitution; our first sentence of the Constitution.
Preamble
The upper house of Congress with two members from each state.
Senate
George Washington was unanimously elected as President of the Constitutional Convention. What does unanimous mean?
Everyone voted the same way; for him.
This branch, known as Congress, writes and makes laws; Article I of the Constitution.
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 was the wealthiest and had the highest 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 government idea divides decision making for laws between the federal and state governments.
Separation of Powers
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.
The lower house of Congress, where the number of representatives is based on state population.
House of Representatives
This branch interprets laws by determining if they are constitutional, Article III of the Constitution
Judicial
This branch enforces laws by signing them into action, led by the President, Article II of the Constitution.
Executive
This principle allows branches of government to stop each other from doing something unfair
Checks and Balances
How many justices serve on the Supreme Court?
9 Justices
A rejection of a bill by the President.
Veto.
Which branch of government has the power to declare war?
Legislative
The delegates of the Constitution are known as the:
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
The first 10 amendments to the Constitution guaranteeing individual freedoms.
Bill of Rights