Topic #1
An Institution through which society enforces public policies.
Which early document limited the King's power for the very first time?
Magna Carta
How many Articles are in the U.S. Constitution?
7
1st 10 Amendments to the Constitution
Bill of Rights
What does the 17th Amendment do?
Direct Election of U.S. Senators
Give me an example of a Public Policy:
Answers: Taxation, Defense, Education, Healthcare.
This document from the British closely resembles the first 10 amendments to our constitution. What is that document called?
English Bill of Rights.
27
What did the 13th Amendment do?
Abolish Slavery
How many congressional seats does Oklahoma have in the House of Reps?
7
What are the 4 Characteristics of a State?
Population, Territory, Sovereignty, Government
Declaration of Independence.
What plan combined the Virginia Plan and New Jersey plan to establish a bicameral legislature?
Great Compromise/Connecticut Compromise.
How long does a senator's term last?
6 years
Richard Nixon
What does the Preamble do?
List the purpose of the Government.
America's First Government:
Articles of Confederation
T/F: At the Constitutional Convention, the delegates went in wanting to create a whole new constitution.
False
How many total members are there in Congress?
535 (100 + 435)
Is a standing committee permanent or temporary?
Permanent
The theory that people give power to the Government for the protection of natural rights is called...
Social Contract Theory.
What were two Weaknesses of the AOC:
No borrow to tax, couldn't raise a standing army, couldn't regulate trade, no court system.
James Madison
What did the 15th Amendment do?
Allow voting rights for African American Men
Who is the only female to ever serve as Speaker of the House?
Nancy Pelosi