3.1 Forms of Government
3.2 Systems of government
3.7
3 Branches
3.4 Federalism
1.9 Limited Gov
3.5 Amendments
3.12
3.8
1.8 the Preamble
Economic systems
100
This two forms of government give power to the people
Direct Democracy and a Republic
100
System of government in which power flows from the Central government to the states
Unitary System
100
What is the main job of the legislative branch?
To make laws
100
What are some of the powers of the Legislative Branch?
Taxes, Impeachment, Law-Making, coining money, amendments, confirmation of judges and ratification of treaties, post offices etc
100
Powers of the state government
Reserved powers
100
Each branch has its own responsibilities, but each also works together to make the country run smoothly and to assure that the rights of citizens are not ignored or disallowed
Separation of powers
100
What is the magic number needed for Congress to propose an amendment?
2/3
100
The U.S. and Florida Consitutions both begin with a...
Preamble
100
Who is the leader of the Executive Branch?
President of the United States
100
What is the main purpose of the preamble?
To introduce the government of the United States and explain the main goals and purposes of the government
100
Free Market, limited government interference
capitalism
200
Ruled by one person typically a dictator
Autocracy
200
System of government in which power flows from the states to the central government
Confederal
200
What is the FIRST step in the law-making process?
A member of Congress sponsors it and it gets introduced to the house floor and assigned a number
200
Which 2 branches are the MOST impacted by public opinion? Why?
Executive and legislative, they have to win elections every 2-6 years the Judicial Branch does not and are appointed for life
200
Fedeal government powers
Expressed enumerated delegated
200
The ability of 1 or more branches of government to prevent the others from getting too powerful
Checks and Balances
200
What number of states need to vote yes to ratify an amendment?
3/4
200
The U.S. and Florida Consitutions both have amendments, preambles, and rights...true or false?
True
200
Name for the president's trusted advisors who head the departments bonus 100 if you can tell me how many departments there are
Cabinet and 15
200
What does the following phrase mean "We the people"
Government gets its power from the people and exists to serve them
200
Government owns most of the means of production, but some private ownership allowed, very high taxes
socialism
300
What is the difference between a direct democracy and a Republic?
Direct Democracy means the citizens are voting on the laws Republic means the people elect representatives to be their voice in government.
300
System where power is layered and shared across multiple levels
Federal
300
Where does the Speaker of the House send a proposed Bill BEFORE it is debated on the House Floor?
Committee that will revise the bill, make changes to it, draft it more completely, and make a recommendation to the House to advance or end the bill
300
Can declare laws unconstitutional
Judicial
300
Shared powers
Concurrent powers
300
“The President, Vice President and all civil Officers of the United States, shall be removed from Office on Impeachment for, and Conviction of, Treason, Bribery, or other high Crimes and Misdemeanors.” Which Constitutional Principal does the quote relate to?
Limited Government and or Rule of law
300
Which government institution(branch) may vote on constitutional amendments?
Legislative
300
The Florida Constitution gives you...rights than the U.S. Constitution Bonus 100 if you can tell me why
More! The 10th amendment says states have reserved powers and the Supremacy Clause says states must obey federal law
300
These have the force of a law, must be obeyed like one, but can be overturned by the Courts, are temporary, and come directly from the President or agencies
Executive Orders
300
"ensure domestic tranquility"
Bonus 100 if you can tell me what "provide for the common defense" means
Peace within our country and defend our country from threats/governments that wish to harm us
300
NO private property government owns everything
communism
400
Ruled by and for a religion, Afghanistan would be an example of this today
Theocracy
400
Which system of government gives the states the MOST power
Confederal
400
What does the whole House do after the bill makes it out of Committee?
Debate and then vote on it, if a majority support it, the Bill goes to the Senate
400
The legislative branch passes a law, the president enforces it, and the Supreme Court declares it unconstitutional, which 2 VERY important principles were happening?
Separation of powers checks and balances
400
Which amendment gives states their powers?
The 10th Amendment
400
Which Civic Principle is reflected in the quote below?
“In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial … to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence.”
- Amendment VI
Due process
400
Which amendment granted women the right to vote?
19th
400
The U.S. Constitution has 2 ways to amend it, Florida's has how many?
5
400
What powers do the Florida governor and U.S. president have in common?
Veto, grant pardons, chief executive, four-year term
400
"Promote the general welfare"
Make sure our citizens are happy and healthy
400
Under socialism the main goal is to...
equalize social classes
500
The scenario below describes a government decision. Based on the scenario, which form of government is taking action?
A self-appointed council amend the country’s constitution
Oligarchy
500
How is a federal system better than confederal or unitary systems?
Federal balances national power with local decision making confederal=too much power to the local government, unitary=too much to the central government
500
After BOTH chambers send the Bill to the president, what can the president do? Bonus 100 points if you can tell me how Congress can get around it
Sign it or veto it, 2/3 majority to override the veto.
500
The U.S. Supreme Court has the powers of....jurisdiction and .....jurisidiction
Original and Appellate
500
If a criminal escapes justice by fleeing to another state, they MUST be returned by that state's governor because of
Extradition
500
“The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures…” Which Constitutional principle was reflected by the quote?
Indvidual Rights
500
The newspaper headline describes an event in U.S. history. Based on the headline, what happened before the event presented in the image?
Source: Anti-Saloon League Museum
Two-thirds of each house of Congress voted to support the amendment
500
The headline describes an action taken by citizens. What conclusion can be drawn from the headline?
Citizens can be directly involved in policy making
500
Who does the President have the power to appoint? Bonus 100 of you know who needs to confirm them
All federal judges, ambassadors, US. Marshalls and Attorneys, heads of the departments, independent agencies, and must be confirmed by the Senate.
500
"Secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity"
Keep and protect freedom for our own and future generations
500
The US and other capitalist countries enjoy a high...
standard of living