

Ch 2 Vocab #1-8 Flashcard
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Social Studies
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12th Grade
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Andrew Satunas
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the primary purpose of the Senate's "advice and consent" role?
Back
To approve presidential appointments and treaties
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which document served as the first framework for the U.S. government? Options: The U.S. Constitution, The Bill of Rights, The Articles of Confederation, The Declaration of Independence
Back
The Articles of Confederation
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does Article V of the U.S. Constitution describe?
Back
The process for amending the Constitution
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Bicameral (in the context of the U.S. Congress)
Back
A two-chamber legislature
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Bill of Rights?
Back
The first ten amendments to the Constitution
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances?
Back
To ensure no branch of government becomes too powerful
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the Constitutional Convention of 1787?
Back
A gathering to create the U.S. Constitution
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