Amendments
Which amendment set up two separate electoral college votes: 1 for president and one for Vice President?
12th
How often are representatives elected?
Every 2 years
How old do you have to be to be elected president?
35
What is the term limit for the Supreme Court justices?
Life
What does the Constitution say about which law shall predominate if there is any conflict between laws?
Constitutional law, federal laws, state laws then local laws.
What amendment instated prohibition and what amendment repealed it?
*Needs to be in correct order.
18,21
How long is a senators term?
6 years.
Which body of congress approves Presidential nominations?
Senate
How many Supreme Court justices are there?
9
Name the five basic civil liberties guaranteed in the 1st amendment.
Speech, Press, Assembly, Petition, Religion
What amendment changed the way U.S Senators are elected? How are the elected now since the passage of this amendment?
17, by the people.
Who is the head of the senate?
Vice President
What can a President of other officers be impeached for?
High Crimes + Misdemeanors
What is the age minimum for a Supreme Court justice?
no age minimum
On what day does the constitution state a new president shall be inaugurated?
January 20th.
Which amendment ensured due process for all American citizens?
14th
What is the only punishment that can be handed out for someone who is impeached?
removal from office.
If the President can no longer serve, who is 3rd in line to take over?
1. President
2. X
3. THIS PERSON
The head of the Supreme Court is an appointed position called...
Chief Justice
The number of votes cast for a candidate who receives more than any other but does not receive an absolute majority.
Plurality.
Name all amendments that removed Barries for voting.
15, 19, 23, 24, 26
In section 8, which clause gives congress the most general, non-specific powers.
Elastic Clause/Necessary and Proper Clause
Name 3 powers of the President.
Veto, command armed forces, grant reprieves.pardons, receive ambassadors, convene or adjourn congress.
How many cases apply to the Supreme Court each year?
7,000
How many TOTAL members of CONGRESS are there?
535