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2 pt 3 pt 4 pt 5pt 1 pt 2 pt 3 pt 4 pt 5 pt 1 pt 2pt 3 pt 4pt 5 pt 1pt 2pt 3 pt 4 pt 5 pt 1 pt 2 pt 3 pt 4pt 5 pt 1pt Foundations ConstitutionElectionsLegislativeJudicial
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The United States government is a a.Unitary b.Social Contract c.Industrial d.Federal
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D. Federal
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What is the 4 purposes of government
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Maintain social order National Security Provide public services Provides for an economic system
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After the French and Indian War, George III believed the colonist should do what?
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Repay the British
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The full faith and credit clause requires states to:
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States must honor the legality of one another’s civil laws
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This term means a state has Supreme and absoluter authority within its territorial boundaries
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Sovereignty
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Which part of the Constitution introduced the goals leaded fourth by the founding fathers
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preamble
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What are the first 10 Constitutional amendments called?
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Bill of Rights
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The number of Articles in the U.S. Constitution
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Seven
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The Sixth Amendment states….
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Citizens have the right for a speedy and public trial
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What Fraction of state legislatures must approve an amendment to the U.S. Constitution?
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2/3
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“Polls show leading in the race for the United States Senate.” explains what type of ads
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Card stacking
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What are reasons why people don’t vote
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Time zone fallout, takes too long, bad weather and distrust government
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Which of the following voting qualifications has NOT been called unconstitutional? a. Literacy test b. Poll tax c. Property ownership d. Registration
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D. Registration
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Why did states adopt residency requirements :
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To stop parties/candidate from bribing enough outsiders to affect the outcome of local elections To allow new residence to become familiar with the issues.
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State the 4 functions of Political Parties
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Watch Dog Bonding Agent function Informing and activating supporters Nominating candidates
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When Congress adjourns, it
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Ends a session
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The Most powerful leader in the house is the
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Speaker of the House
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How many senators are up for re-election every two years?
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1/3
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The major job of Floor leaders is to
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Gather party members’ votes for upcoming bills
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The member of congress who votes based on the wishes of his or her constituents is called a….
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Delegate
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What is the lowest number of Electors each state can have?
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3
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Which of the following is NOT a qualification to become President a. Must have lived in the United States for at least 14 years b. Must be a natural born citizen c. Must have graduated from high school d. Must be at least 35 years old
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c. Must have graduated from high school
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The Executive __________ Laws
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Enforce and carries out laws
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Office of Management and Budget does what
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Prepares the national budget that the president proposes to Congress each year
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The President exercises legislative power over Congress by
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Signing or vetoing bills into law
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