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What must Congress do to override a presidential veto?

Get a 2/3 vote in both the House and Senate.

Which constitutional article establishes the federal judiciary?

Article III.

What principle is violated when a state refuses to recognize a valid court judgment from another state?

Full Faith and Credit Clause.

What is NOT a constitutional qualification for a Supreme Court justice?

The Constitution does not establish specific age requirements.

Which clause gives Congress the power to regulate trade between states?

Commerce Clause.

What happens after the House of Representatives votes to impeach a president?

The Senate holds an impeachment trial.

What vote is required for the Senate to convict an impeached official?

2/3 of senators present.

Which action is an example of checks and balances?

The Senate confirms the president’s judicial nominees.

Which amendment protects the right to express unpopular political opinions?

1st Amendment.

Which amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures?

4th Amendment.

What amendment protects a defendant from self-incrimination?

5th Amendment.

Which amendment guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial?

6th Amendment.

Which amendment reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states?

10th Amendment.

Which amendment established the direct election of U.S. senators?

17th Amendment.

Which amendment granted women the right to vote?

19th Amendment.

Which amendment lowered the voting age to 18?

26th Amendment.

What is the correct procedure for the amendment process?

2/3 to propose and 3/4 to ratify.

Which statement about the amendment process is correct?

The state convention method of proposing amendments has never been used.

Which institution chooses the president if no candidate receives a majority of electoral votes?

House of Representatives.

What does the Supremacy Clause state?

The Constitution and valid federal laws are the supreme law of the land.