Branches and powers
What is bicameral?
This term describes a legislative system with two chambers, such as the House and Senate.
What is Marbury v. Madison?
This landmark case established the authority of the Supreme Court to declare laws unconstitutional, forming the basis for judicial review.
What is the Seventeenth Amendment?
This amendment changed the way U.S. Senators are elected, allowing voters to choose them directly.
What is the legislative branch?
This branch of government is responsible for creating and amending laws.
What is the Senate?
This chamber of Congress is designed to represent all states equally.
What is the Supreme Court?
This court has the authority to review laws and determine their constitutionality, often referred to as judicial review.
What did McCulloch V. Maryland establish?
Federal supremacy
What is Partisanship?
This term refers to strong allegiance to a political party, often resulting in biased decision-making.
What is the legislative branch?
This branch has the authority to create, alter, or repeal laws as part of its functions.
What is the filibuster?
a procedural tactic used to delay or block a vote on a bill, amendment, or nomination by extending debate indefinitely.
What is diplomatic relations?
President's duty to foster international relationships, exemplified by a visit to Japan.
What did Schenck V. United States establish?
Clear and present danger (limits on speech)
What is gerrymandering?
This term describes the practice of redrawing district lines to benefit a particular political party in elections.
What is Article I?
The U.S. Constitution outlines the powers of the legislative branch in this specific article.
What is cloture?
The formal motion used to end or limit debate in the Senate.