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20 Cards in this Set
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The necessary and proper clause, allowing Congress to stretch their enumerated powers, is also known as:
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Elastic Clause
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A synonym for COMMERCE is:
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Trade
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Which of the following is NOT an enumerated power of Congress?
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3-
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After a spending bill is introduced to the house and placed in the hopper, what is the next step?
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House Committee
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What percentage of votes is needed to pass a bill in the House or Senate?
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Majority
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What percentage of Congressional votes is needed to override a veto?
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2/3
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Congress is FORBIDDEN to write laws that prevent a citizen from a right to a trial. These types of laws are called:
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Bill of Attainder
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Ex Post Facto laws may be suspended during times of:
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Invasion or Rebellion
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Who is the Speaker of the House?
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John Boehner
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Who is the Majority Leader in the Senate?
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Harry Reid
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Who is the Secretary of State?
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Hillary Clinton
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The most important task of the executive branch is to:
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Enforce Laws
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The president is elected by the:
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Electoral College
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How long is one presidential term?
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4 Years
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A presidential PARDON is?
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Free someone from punishment
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What are the qualifications for vice-president?
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Same as President
Born Citizen 14 year citizen 35 years old |
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How many electoral votes does Pennsylvania have in 2012?
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20
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How many electoral votes does a candidate need to be elected president?
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270
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How many electoral votes exist in the United States?
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538
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The president has the power to:
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Veto bills
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