Consitution Test - History 8

What is the primary role of the legislative branch of government?

To make and pass national laws

What is the legislative body of government called?

Congress

What two parts make up this legislative body?

The Senate and The House (House of Representatives)

What officials make up the legislative body?

The Senators and Representatives (Members of the House)

1. Are the officials in the legislative body elected or appointed today?

2. Which one used to be different.

1. Elected

2. Senators used to be appointed by state legislatures.

What is the primary role of the executive branch of government?

To enforce and carry out laws

Who is the primary official of the executive branch?

The President

What other position does the primary official of the executive branch fill?

Commander in Chief of Armed Forced

Is the primary official of the executive branch elected or appointed?

Elected by Electoral College

What is the primary role of the judicial branch of government?

Interpret the nation's laws through cases and seeing of it follows the Constitution.

What institutions carry out the role of the judicial branch?

The Courts (Supreme Court and lower federal courts)

Are the officials of the judicial branch (justices and judges) elected or appointed?

Appointed by the President and approved by the Senate.

What part of the Constitution covers the legislative branch?

Article I

What part of the Constitution covers the executive branch?

Article II

What part of the Constitution covers the judicial branch?

Article III

What does the phrase "checks and balances" mean when referring to the Constitution?

The separation of powers among the three branches make sure no one becomes too powerful

House of Representatives: How many years in office?

2 year term

Senate: How many years in office?

6 year term

House of Representatives: Qualifications

1. At least 25 years of age.

2. Have US citizenship for at least 7 years.

3. Being a resident of the state your representing.

Senate: Qualifications

1. At least 30 years of age.

2. Have US citizenship for at least 9 years.

3. Being a resident of the state your representing.

House of Representatives: Number of members from each state?

Depends of population

Senate: Number of members from each state?

2 from each state

House of Representatives: Current Election Method? Original Election Method?

Direct election by people, always be the same

Senate: Current Election Method? Original Election Method?

Direct Election by people, used to be elected by state legislators

In the Constitution as it was originally passed, the population, for the purpose of _______________ and _______________ is the sum of the total population of _______________ plus 3/5 of the _______________.

In the Constitution as it was originally passed, the population, for the purpose of representation and taxes is the sum of the total population of free people plus 3/5 of the enslaved population.

A bill must pass by a ___________________________________ vote in _______________

houses. Then the bill is sent to the _____________________________, who can sign the

bill or ____________________ it. If the President keeps the bill for

_____________________ days, it will become law as if it has been signed. If the

President objects to the bill, he ________________________ it to the house where the

bill originated for ________________________. A vetoed bill must pass both houses

with a ___________________ majority to become law.

A bill must pass by a majority vote in both

houses. Then the bill is sent to the president, who can sign the bill or veto it. If the President keeps the bill for ten days, it will become law as if it has been signed. If the President objects to the bill, he returns it to the house where the

bill originated for reconsideration. A vetoed bill must pass both houses with a 2/3 majority to become law.

Yes or No: Establish post offices

Yes

Yes or No: Set and collect taxes and duties

Yes

Yes or No: Grant titles of nobility

No

Yes or No: regulate foreign and interstate trade

Yes

Yes or No: appoint Supreme Court judges

No

Yes or No: coin money and regulate its value

Yes

Yes or No: declare war

Yes

Yes or No: elect the President of the United States

No, but

Yes or No: establish lower federal courts

Yes

Yes or No: levy taxes on goods sent from one state to another

No

Yes or No: pass ex post facto laws when necessary

No

Yes or No: raise and support armies

Yes

Yes or No: borrow money

Yes

Yes or No: Issue copyrights and patents

Yes

Yes or No: make laws necessary and proper for carrying out other laws

Yes

Yes or No: suspend the writ of habeas corpus

No

Yes or No: tax exports

No

Yes or No: Define and punish piracy

Yes

True or False: The President is responsible for executing the nation's laws.

True

True or False: The President is elected directly by popular vote.

False

True or False: The President must be a natural-born citizen.

True

True or False: The President must be at least 40 years old and a United States resident for 20 years.

False

True or False: If the President dies or is removed from office, the Vice President becomes the chief executive officer.

True

True or False: The President has very little power during wartime.

False

True or False: The President can grant pardons for federal crimes.

True

True or False: The President appoints ambassadors, Supreme Court judges, and public officials.

True

True or False: The President alone makes treaties with foreign countries.

False

True or False: The President must periodically give Congress information on the state of the Union.

True

True or False: The highest court in the United States is the Supreme Court.

True

True or False: The Supreme Court and lower federal courts are responsible for interpreting the nation's laws.

True

True or False: Federal judges are elected to four-year terms.

False

True or False: Judges' salaries may not be decreased while they are in office.

True

True or False: The Supreme Court's decision can be appealed to the President.

False

What freedoms are protected by the First Amendment?

Freedom of Speech

Freedom of Religion

Freedom of the Press

Freedom to Assemble

Freedom to Petition

What is the process bringing charges against government officials for misdeeds?

Impeachment

Vetos

Amendment

What is the President's power to choose people for certain offices or positions?

Appointment

Ex post facto

To approve amendments or treaties

Ratify

What is the first freedom protected by the bill of rights

Petition

What is a group of state soldiers called?

Militias

What branch of government is responsible for carrying out and enforcing laws?

The executive branch

Declaration of Independence

Document that states independence against the UK

Articles of Confederation

The first US constitution, about the governement

Constitution

Foundational system of laws and principles

Federal System

A government where power is divided between a central authority and smaller authorities

Separation of Powers

Making sure power evenly distributed among branches so that not one person or branch is too powerful

3/5ths Compromise

Making enslaved people only worth 3/5 a person

Amendment

An official change made to a constitution

Bill of Rights

First 10 ammendments in the Constitution

Ratification

Confirmation to make something legally binding

what group of people is chosen by voters to elect the President and Vice President?

Electors

What branch of government is responsible for interpreting the laws.

The judicial branch

What branch of government is responsible for making law

The legislative branch

What is the right to assemble and why is it important?

It means that people can gather in public spaces. It is important because

What is the purpose of the Second Amendment?

It is the importance of militias to protect us and to provide security.

Which amendment prevents unwarranted searches and arrests?

The fourth amendment

Name two rights protected by the Fifth Amendment

1. The right to remain silent

2. Protection of double jeopardy

Which Amendment ensures the right to a jury trial in a criminal case?

The sixth amendment

What is the meaning and importance of "due process of law" (5th

Amendment)?

It means to have fair and legal procedures before depriving one of life, liberty, or punishments.

Name three things prohibited by the Eighth Amendment

1. Cruel/unusual punishments

2. Excessive fines

3. Excessive bail

American Revolution

War to declare independance against the UK

King George III

The King of Britain from 1760-1820

13 Colonies

Original 13 colonies on the east coast

British Government

Central authority that runs the UK