Civics Midyear Review

Front

Which group was worried that states might lose their power if the Constitution was ratified?

Back

Anti-Federalists

Front

Which group viewed the separation of powers between 3 branches as a way to limit the national government's power? Options: Federalists, Anti-Federalists, Both

Back

Federalists

Front

What does the Preamble of the US Constitution mean when it says: insure domestic tranquility?

Back

to keep peace and order in the US

Front

SS.7.C.1.7
Who interprets the law?

Back

Supreme Court

Front

True/False:  The Legislative Branch can "check" the Executive Branch by overriding the President's veto with a 2/3 majority.

Back

True

Front

What does the Constitution allow Congress to do in terms of the military? Options: Quarter soldiers, Declare War and support the military, Act as Commander in Chief, Sign treaties

Back

Declare War and support the military

Front

What sets up the judicial branch?

Back

Article III (3)

Front

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

Back

Senate and President

Front

people public officials are elected to represent

Back

constituents

Front

What is the group of electors called?

Back

Electoral College