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What is the goal of "providing for the common defense" in the Preamble?

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To defend the nation

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What is one of the powers of Congress related to war?

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To declare war

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What is the main responsibility of the legislative branch?

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To make laws

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What does 'majority' mean in the context of passing a bill?

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The side with the most people.

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What happens after a bill passes through the committee in either house?

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It is debated among all members of the House or Senate.

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What is the most important power of the Supreme Court? Conducting trials, Judicial review, Appointing judges, Creating laws

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Judicial review

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What is the Judiciary Act of 1789 known for?

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Allowing Congress to set up a federal system of courts

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How can the legislative branch check the judicial branch?

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By creating lower federal courts

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Which branch of government can impeach and remove the president?

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Legislative branch

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What does the term "foreign" refer to?

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Something that comes from another country