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17 Cards in this Set
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The statement of purpose for the Constitution is...
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the Preamble
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The power to make laws is given to what branch of government?
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legislative branch
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What two chambers make up congress?
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House of representatives and the Senate
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What is the term of office for congresspersons?
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2 years
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What are the requirements for the office of house representatives?
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25 years old, 7 year U.S. citizen, reside in district and state
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What is the total number of Representatives in the house?
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435 members
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How many representatives does CA have?
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53 representatives
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Name your representative and district you live in.
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Ellen Tauscher 10th district(WC/C)
George Miller 7th district (C/PH/M) |
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What is a census?
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a count of the people authorizedby congress every 10 years
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The number of representatives a state has is determined by...
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population
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How is vacancy filled?
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the governor calls for a special election.
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Who has the power to impeach?
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the house of representatives
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Impeach means?
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to accuse
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What vote is necessary for impeachment?
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simple majority (one more than half the members)
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What is the senates roll in impeachment? what vote is necessary for conviction?
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conducts the trial, 2/3 rds vote necessary for conviction
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How many senators are there in California? name them.
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2 senators: Barbara Boxer and and Diane Feinstein
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How many senators are there in the Senate?
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100
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