Civics SOL Review CE.6

Front

Which document defines the structure and powers of the national government?

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U.S. Constitution

Front

The powers held by government are divided between the national government, located in _________, and the governments of the 50 states.

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Washington, DC

Front

What are the powers of Congress that are specifically listed in the Constitution?

Back

expressed

Front

What are the powers of Congress that are used to carry out the specifically listed powers in the Constitution?

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implied

Front

What is the first step of the lawmaking process in Congress?

Back

Introduce the bill in either house.

Front

After the bill is introduced on the floor of either house, what is the next step of the lawmaking process in Congress?

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Work in committees.

Front

A bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives, sent to a committee for study and revision, and debated on and voted for on the House floor. Now what?

Back

The bill will be sent to the Senate where the process will be repeated.

Front

What is the final step of the lawmaking process for Congress?

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The bill will be sent to the president to sign or veto.

Front

What "hat" is the president wearing when he sends the troops into battle?

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Commander-in-Chief

Front

What "hat" is the president wearing when he reassures citizens during times of national crisis?

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Chief Citizen