The Constitution
How many amendments are there?
27
This document declared the colonies independent from Great Britain.
Declaration of Independence
What are the two parts of Congress?
House of Representatives and The Senate
Who is the head of the Executive Branch?
The President
What is the highest court in the land?
Supreme Court
This principle ensures power among branches is equal
Checks and Balances
This was the law of the United States before the Constitution that was deemed too weak
Articles of Confederation
How long is a Senator's term?
6 Years
How long is a President's term?
4 Years
How long do federal judges serve?
Life
These are the first ten amendments.
The Bill of Rights
Style of government where no body is above the law
Democracy
This is required to override a presidential veto.
2/3 vote from both houses
This is the group of advisors to the President.
The Cabinet
This is the power to declare laws unconstitutional.
Judicial Review
This amendment protects against unlawful searches and seizures
4th
What is a system where power is divided between national and state governments?
Federalism
This power allows Congress to make laws deemed necessary and proper.
Necessary & Proper Clause
This power allows the President to forgive federal crimes.
Pardon
How many justices currently serve on the Supreme Court?
9
This is the beginning to the Constitution
Preamble
This uprising highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation.
Shays's Rebellion
This process can lead to the removal of a federal official.
Impeachment
This is the formal process of accusing a President of wrongdoing.
Impeachment
This type of opinion is written by a justice who disagrees with the majority.
Dissenting Opinion