US Constitution Flashcard

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What is the purpose of the Preamble of the US Constitution?

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To introduce the Constitution and state its purpose

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What does Article I of the US Constitution address?

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The legislative branch and its powers

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How often are members of the House of Representatives elected?

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Every 2 years

Front

According to the Virginia Plan, representation in the House is based on what?

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The population of a state

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How often are Senators elected according to the New Jersey Plan?

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Every 6 years

Front

How many Senators does each state get?

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2

Front

Where do all bills that concern money start?

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The House of Representatives

Front

What is the magic number to pass any legislation that the president vetoes?

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2/3

Front

What power does Congress have according to Article 1 Section 8?

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To lay and collect Taxes, Duties, Imposts and Excises

Front

Which power is Congress forbidden from exercising until 1808?

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Suspending the slave trade