Us Government Constitution Test 2013

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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
have?

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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