Unit 2 US Constitution

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Which branch of government interprets the Constitution and decides if laws are constitutional?

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Judicial

Front

This branch of government enforces, or makes sure that the citizens follow the laws.

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Executive

Front

Which branch of government makes and passes the laws for the United States?

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Legislative

Front

Why was separation of powers included in the United States' Constitution?

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To divide the responsibilities among the three branches.

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The system of checks and balances was created to ensure that:

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the branches of government do not overpower each other

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A treaty signed by the president of the United States must be approved by two-thirds of the Senate before it can go into effect. Which principle of government does this reflect?

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checks and balances

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Congress is given the ability to declare war in Article I of the Constitution. This ability is an example of which type of power?

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enumerated

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Which argument would most likely appear in The Federalist Papers?

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A strong central government is essential for a secure country.

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The state of Georgia passes a law lowering the voting age to 15. The federal law says that the voting age shall be 18. Which clause would the Supreme Court use in overturning the state law?

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supremacy clause

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What is the name given to the first ten amendments of the Constitution?

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Bill of Rights