The Constitution

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Why did America’s first government, the Articles of Confederation, fail?

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To make decisions, all states had to reach a consensus (which was very difficult)

Front

The Great Compromise created a bicameral Congress, where the House of Representatives received members from a state based on ____________________, and the Senate received members based on ____________________.

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Population, Equality

Front

How many branches does the American government have?

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3

Front

In the law-making process, all laws start out as:

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Bills

Front

In the law making process, if the President vetoes a bill ...

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Congress can override the veto with a 2/3 vote

Front

If Oklahoma has 13 electoral votes, how many senators does it have?

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2

Front

What does it mean to impeach?

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Accuse a public official of committing a crime

Front

What branch of government interprets laws to ensure they are Constitutional?

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Judicial Branch

Front

How long is the term for a Supreme Court Justice?

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Unlimited

Front

After Congress votes 2/3 in approval of an amendment, what fraction of states must ratify before it goes into effect? Options: 2/3, 1/2, 3/4, 5/6

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3/4