Final Exam Review Guide - The Executive and Judicial Branch

 What is officially needed for someone to take the oath of office for the Vice President if 

the office becomes vacant?

Approval of the Senate

How are the President and Vice President elected? What determines the states # of 

votes? 

Elected by the Electoral College. Number of votes per state in the Electoral College are equal to its representation in Congress 

Define: Ordinance Power

The power of the President to issue executive orders

Describe the process of appointment by the President: 

President has the power to appoint federal judges and executive officials with the consent of 2/3 vote of the Senate

Describe the Military powers of the President

President is the commander-in-chief of the United States military 

 Explain the legislative powers the President can take over Congress:

President has the power to veto bills passed by Congress

What jurisdiction does the Supreme Court exercise?

Both original and appellate jurisdiction; has the power to hear any case that it chooses to hear.

Which federal court has Original jurisdiction over most cases in Federal Court?

Lowest level; district court

Under what circumstances can a case be brought in federal court?

If it is a federal law; deals with federal officials; or with citizens of different states

Which court(s) exercise the power of Judicial Review?

All courts