Powers of Government
This power, given to the House of Reps, allows for the removal of a government official (i.e., the President).
Impeach
Members of the House of Reps get elected every ____ years and must be at least _____ years old.
2, 25
Why are the first three words of the Preamble important?
They establish the principle of self-government.
What are the three branches of government?
Legislative, Executive, & Judicial
This amendment protects the right to free speech
1st
These are the two groups that make up the legislative branch.
House and Senate
This is the power held by the President to reject bills passed by the legislature.
Veto
What role does the Supreme Court play in government?
Tries specific cases regarding the Constitution / judicial review / appeals cases
The length of one Presidential term.
4 years
27
The power to tax (to write revenue bills) must originate in this part of government.
The House of Representatives.
Congress needs what percentage of the vote to override a presidential veto.
2/3
Which part of the Constitution provides for proportional representation?
the House of Representatives
This chamber of the legislative branch is based on equal representation.
The Senate
This amendment protects the right against self-incrimination.
5th
Identify each of the qualifications necessary to be President.
Citizen, natural born, 14 year resident, 35 years old.
_____ has the power to declare war.
_____ commands the military.
Congress / the President
What is the main idea of Article VI?
The Constitution is the Supreme Law of the Land.
How many justices are a part of the Supreme Court?
9
This amendment protects against cruel and unusual punishment.
8th
Where can we find the "necessary and proper" clause.
"To make all laws which shall be necessary and proper..."
Article 1, Sec 8
Which branch of government has the authority to borrow money and regulate commerce?
The legislative branch.
Which part of the Constitution protects the notion of natural rights?
The Bill of Rights / Amendments 1-10
Describe either option for the passage of amendments to the Constitution.
Propose: Congressional Vote / Convention
Ratify: State legislature vote / state convention
This amendment reserves non-defined powers to the states.
10th