Unit 6: The Constitution Review

Front

When did the Constitution become the supreme law of the land?

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When nine states ratified it

Front

What is significant about the Preamble of the Constitution?

Back

It States the purposes and goals for the U.S. government

Front

How is the passage below from the U.S. Constitution reflected in the U.S. government today?
"We the People of the United States...do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.
Options: Congress can pass laws, President can make executive orders, Supreme court can find laws unconstitutional, Government officials are elected by the people of the United States

Back

Government officials are elected by the people of the United States

Front

Which enlightenment thinker influenced the U.S. Constitution to include the three branches of government?

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Barron de Montesquieu

Front

If the United States Senate refuses to approve a treaty what is this an example of? Options: Rule of Law, Popular Sovereignty, Veto Power, Checks and Balances

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Checks and Balances

Front

What is it called when no man is above the law?

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Rule of Law

Front

What keeps one branch of government from becoming too powerful?

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Checks and Balances

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Why does the United States have Rule of Law?

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Equal Justice for all

Front

What is the main job of Judicial branch?

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Ensure laws are Constitutional

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Found in article 2 of the Constitution, what allows Congress to have the power to expand the federal government?

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"Necessary and Proper" Clause