Quick Check Review SS.7.CG.3.3

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What constitutional power justifies the actions described in the passage from President George W. Bush's speech on March 19, 2003, regarding coalition forces striking selected targets to undermine Saddam Hussein's ability to wage war?

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Commander-in-chief

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Which part of the U.S. Constitution outlines legislative power?

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article I

Front

A bill passed ending net neutrality. It was vetoed. The veto was overridden, and the bill became a law. Later, the court decided that the law was unconstitutional.
What is the order in which the branches used their powers?

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legislative, executive, legislative, judicial

Front

What can the judicial branch do in terms of laws?

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Declare them unconstitutional.

Front

If the President wants to nominate someone for a position such as Secretary of State or Supreme Court Justice, the Senate must approve that appointment. Which principle does this illustrate?

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Checks and Balances

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If the President wants to make a treaty with another country, the Senate must ratify (approve) it. This is an example of what?

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Checks and Balances

Front

Which part of the Constitution outlines the Executive Branch? Options: Article I, Article II, Article III, 14th Amendment

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Article II

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Which parts of the national government participated in the process described in the newspaper headline?

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Senate and President

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How many members are in the House of Representatives?

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435

Front

How many members are in the Senate?

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100