Parts of the U.S. Constitution
What is the name given to the first ten amendments?
The Bill of Rights
In the Preamble, which phrase refers to creating fair laws and justice?
The phrase: “establish Justice”?
Which Preamble goal asks the government to protect the well‑being and welfare of its citizens?
“promote the general Welfare”
What is the system called where power is shared between national and state governments?
Federalism
Which amendment abolished slavery? (number or name accepted)
The 13th Amendment.
Which Preamble goal asks the government to keep peace inside the country?
“insure domestic Tranquility”?
For how long do federal judges serve, according to the Constitution (two words)?
According to the Constitution, federal judges serve “for life” (or “good behavior”)
What clause allows Congress to make laws that are “necessary and proper”?
The Elastic Clause (AKA: The Necessary and Proper Clause)
The president is commander in chief of what group?
He is Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces (the military)
What amendment later guaranteed women the right to vote?
The 19th Amendment
What term describes the idea that government power comes from the people?
What is popular sovereignty?
What is the name of the two-part (bicameral) national legislature?
Congress
Which house of the U.S. Congress has members who serve two‑year terms?
The House of Representatives
If the president vetoes a bill, what fraction (supermajority) of each house must vote to override it?
a two‑thirds majority
What is the highest court in the United States?
The Supreme Court is the highest court in the United States.
What short introduction to the Constitution begins with “We the People”?
The Preamble
Name one presidential action that requires Senate approval.
The action that requires Senate approval is: making treaties (or appointing Supreme Court justices/ambassadors)
Which house of Congress is allowed to introduce tax (revenue) bills?
The House of Representatives
Which branch of government does the president lead?
The Executive Branch
What is the process called when the House accuses the president, and the Senate holds a trial?
"House and Trial": The Impeachment is from the House of Representatives and the trial is held by the Senate.
Which Preamble phrase means the government should protect the nation from foreign enemies?
“form a more perfect Union”?
Which 1803 Supreme Court case established judicial review?
The federal Supreme Court case establishing judicial review was: Marbury v. Madison
Where do most federal cases start (trial-level federal courts)?
District Courts hold most federal cases
What is the power called that lets courts decide if a law conflicts with the Constitution?
What is the national power that the government regulates that has to do with money?
The regulation of coin money