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46 Cards in this Set
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This system divides powers between the state and national governments
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federal
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A plan that provides the rules for government is called a
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constitution.
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This man was known as the father of the Constitution
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James Madison
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Federalists were concerned that without a strong national government this would triumph.
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Absolute rule
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As established by the Framers, the voice of the people would be represented in the
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House of Representatives
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Article 1, Section 8, of the Constitution lists specific powers granted to Congress, known as
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enumerated powers.
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The judicial branch can check the power of the other two branches of government through the power of
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judicial review.
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This action is required to override a presidential veto.
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2/3 vote in Congress
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To protect liberty and specify its powers, the Framers gave Congress
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expressed powers.
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An amendment may be proposed by a two-thirds vote of both houses of Congress or by
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a national constitutional convention
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The Constitution grants these powers to the national government.
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supremacy powers
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This gives the federal government the right to tax your income.
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Sixteenth Amendment
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This constitutional power gave Congress the authority to pass the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
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to protect citizens
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This deals with presidential succession.
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25th Amendment
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This section of the Constitution states why it was written.
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the Preamble
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The judicial branch can check the power of the other two branches of government through the power of
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judicial veto.
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The Framers provided this section of the Constitution so that it will grow with the changing nation.
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the Amendments
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The first 10 Amendments are called the
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Bill of Rights.
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This amendment protects the freedom of speech.
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1st Amendment
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Which amendment addressed the salaries of the members of Congress?
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27th
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Which amendment establishes the need for a warrant or probable cause before a person can be searched?
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4th
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Which amendment repealed Prohibition?
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21st
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Which amendment abolished the poll tax?
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24th
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The 13th , 14th , and 15th amendments cover what category?
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Civil War Amendments
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What is the least number of Congressmen (Representatives + Senators) a state can
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2
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The U. S. Senate has how many members?
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50
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Which office holds the title of Commander-in-Chief?
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President
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The U. S. House of Representatives has how many members?
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435
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The term of office for the President is how many years?
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4
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The U. S. Supreme Court has how many justices?
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9
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The term of office for a U. S. Representative is how many years?
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2
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What name is given to the President’s group of advisors?
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Cabinet
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In what month are federal elections held?
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November
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The term of office for a U. S. Senator is how many years?
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6
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Which branch of government has the authority to print and coin money?
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Legislative
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Membership in which chamber of Congress is based on equal representation from each state?
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House of Representatives
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What is the age required to become a U.S. Senator?
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30
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Who is responsible for declaring war?
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Congress
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Which branch is responsible for making the laws?
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Legislative
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Which branch is responsible for enforcing the laws?
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Executive
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Which branch is responsible for interpreting the laws?
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Judicial
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amendment that grants the rights to know charges, to change of venue, to a speedy trial, and the right to a defense
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6th
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This plan was supported by the larger states (population), which created a two-chamber house in the legislative branch.
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Virginia Plan
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How long does a Supreme Court justice serve?
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Life
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This remained legal in the original Constitution in order to get ratification from the Southern states.
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Slavery
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What are the three parts of the 5th Amendment?
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Double Jeopardy, freedom from self-incrimination, due process of law
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