Legislative
Which branch of government makes the laws?
Legislative
what does the judicial branch do?
The judicial branch decides the constitutionality of federal laws and resolves other disputes about federal laws.
what does the executive branch do?
The executive branch consists of the President, advisors, and various departments and agencies. This branch is responsible for enforcing the laws of the land.
What is the primary function of the federal bureaucracy?
Implementing, administering, and regulating federal laws and policies
The use of government authority to control or change some practice in the private sector is known as:
Regulation
Who heads the legislative branch?
The top official is called the Speaker of the House of Representatives. If the President and Vice President can no longer serve, the Speaker of the House of Representatives becomes President.
what is the 6th Amendment?
Guarantees the right to a fair and speedy trial by an impartial jury, the right to confront witnesses, and the right to legal representation.
Can the president declare war?
Naw he needs other homies
According to the Declaration of Independence, where do your Rights come from?
Your Creator
what is your 5th Amendment?
It guarantees various rights in criminal proceedings, including protection against self-incrimination and double jeopardy, and ensures due process by law.
What does the term "red tape" refer to in the context of the bureaucracy?
Complex bureaucratic rules and procedures that must be followed to get something done
what is the 3rd amendment?
Prohibits the forced quartering of soldiers in private homes during peacetime without the owner's consent.
what is your 1st Amendment?
Protects freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and the right to petition the government.
The Great Compromise (Connecticut Compromise) settled a dispute between
The large states and the small states.
Based on the data, where should you keep your cell phone during class?
In a pocket or backpack
What are the 3 main powers of the legislative branch?
The legislative branch makes all laws, declares war, regulates interstate and foreign commerce, and controls taxing and spending policies.
what is the judicial branch made up of?
The judicial branch is made up of courts -- Supreme, Circuit, the magistrate (local), and municipal (city) courts.
What is the role of the Cabinet within the federal bureaucracy?
To provide advice to the President and execute his directives
What are the four essential elements that constitute a state?
Territory, population, government, sovereignty.
In which system does the state government have the most power?
Confederate
Who is the current speaker of the house?
The current Speaker of the House is Kevin McCarthy.
what led to the creation of the judicial branch?
The Judiciary Act of 1789 established the federal court system separate from individual state courts. It was one of the first acts of the First Congress. President George Washington signed it into law on September 24, 1789.
what is the minimum age requirement for the president?
35
How many electoral votes to win the presidency?
270
Which philosopher argued that people have the right to life, liberty, and property (natural rights)?
John Locke