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13 Cards in this Set
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Why is the Constitution called a "living document? |
It was made to be used by future generations |
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Why did the delegates start the Preamble to the Constitution with the words "We, the people"? |
Because without people the United States wouldn't be the United States. |
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What is the primary work of Congress? |
Making Laws |
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What is the final step before a national bill becomes a law? |
The Senate and the House has to pass it. |
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Why does each state have two senators? |
There is no actual reasoning behind it. Its just because our founding fathers just wanted it that way |
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What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances? |
To make sure one branch does not become more powerful than the other. |
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What are the duties of the executive branch? |
Enforce laws and be the President. |
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What are the responsibilities of the judicial branch? |
N/A |
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How can the US population directly participate in government? |
Voting and getting the public's input to the government about their decisions. |
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Which powers are shared by state and national governments? |
Collect taxes, build roads, make and enforce laws. |
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An amendment to the Constitution can be ratified by three-fourths of who? |
Congress |
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Who can propose an amendment to the Constitution? |
Congress |
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What is the "supreme law of the land"? |
My nuts |
