Unit 2 Review

Front

How many Senators does each state have in the U.S. Senate?

Back

2

Front

What is the length of a single term for a member of the House of Representatives?

Back

2 years

Front

What is the primary duty of Congress within the federal government?

Back

Creating laws

Front

What term is used for powers that are specifically outlined in the Constitution?

Back

Enumerated powers

Front

Which of the following is an example of an implied power of Congress? Levying taxes, Regulating interstate commerce, Declaring war

Back

Establishing a national bank

Front

What does the President’s role as Commander-in-Chief involve?

Back

Commanding the nation’s armed forces

Front

Why is the system of checks and balances important?

Back

It prevents any one branch from becoming too powerful.

Front

What is the primary responsibility of the Judicial Branch?

Back

Interpreting laws

Front

What authority does judicial review give to the Supreme Court?

Back

The ability to declare laws unconstitutional

Front

The President’s veto power serves as an example of: Federalism, Separation of powers, Checks and balances, Judicial review

Back

Checks and balances