Constitution Test Review

How many members are there in the House of Representatives?

435 members

How many Senators are there per state?

2 senators per state

Who is the Father of the Constitution?

James Madison

What is the primary job of the legislative branch?

To create laws

What is the primary job of the executive branch?

To enforce laws

What is the primary job of the judicial branch?

To interpret the law

What are the 3 requirements for president?

Minimum Age: 35 years, Residency: Live in the US for 14 years, Citizenship: Born in US (Natural Born Citizen)

What are the 3 requirements for the House of Representatives?

Minimum Age: 25 years, Residency: Live in the state you represent, Citizenship: 7 years

What are the 3 requirements for Senate?

Minimum Age: 30 years, Residency: Live in the state you represent, Citizenship: 9 years

What is the term of office for president?

4 years

What is the term of office for House of Representatives?

2 years

What is the term of office for Senate?

6 years

What is the term of office for Supreme Court?

Entire life (until retirement)

Who has the power to Veto Laws?

The President (Executive Branch)

Who has the power to Issue executive orders?

The President (Executive Branch)

Who has the power to Grant Pardons?

The President (Executive Branch)

Who has the power to Declare War?

Legislative Branch

Who has the power to Write laws?

Legislative Branch

Who has the power to Declare laws unconstitutional?

Supreme Court (Judicial Branch)

Who has the power to Appoint federal judges?

The President (Executive Branch)

Who has the power to Command the armed forces (Commander-in-chief)

The President (Executive Branch)

Who has the power to impeach the president?

Legislative Branch