Legislative
What is the role of a state legislature?
Making state laws
Under Article II of the Constitution, what is the President's primary executive authority?
To enforce and execute laws passed by Congress
How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
9
What is a key requirement for naturalization in the United States?
Civics Test
How are Maine and Nebraska different when it comes to electoral votes for POTUS?
Split between districts
How many years does a Senator serve in one term?
6 years
Who is second in line to become President after the Vice President in the order of Presidential succession?
Speaker of the House
Which landmark supreme court case established judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison
What distinguishes refugees from other immigrants?
They are fleeing persecution or violence
What party system is characterized by increased political polarization?
Sixth Party System
How often do we vote for our House Representative?
What amendment limited presidents to two terms of 10 years in office?
22nd Amendment
What landmark supreme court case overturned the "separate but equal" ruling from Plessy V. Ferguson in 1896?
Brown v. Board of Education (Wichita, KS)
What is the minimum residency requirement for naturalization if married to a US Citizen?
3 years
What was a key feature of the Democratic-Republican party?
Limited Government Power
What is Congress made up of?
Senate and House of Representatives?
How many electoral votes are needed to win the presidency?
538
What is a key characteristic of Chief Justice Earl Warren's tenure on the Supreme Court?
expansion of civil rights protections
What type of document allows non-citizens to temporarily enter, stay, or work in the US?
a Visa
What is the type of government in which religious authorities enforce laws based on religious doctrine?
A theocracy
Under the War Powers Resolution Act of 1973, the president must obtain approval from ___________ within ____________ days
Congress, 60
Which Cabinet position serves as the chief legal advisor to the US Government?
Attorney General
What is judicial activism?
Broad interpretation of the Constitution
What are civic responsibilities of a US Citizen?
Voting, taxes, jury duty, etc.
What is the document that establishes a state's structures and powers?
State Constitution