12th- Chapter 3 Review

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What is the preamble?

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introduction of the Constitution

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What is jurisdiction?

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Authority, in this case, the authority of the Supreme Court.

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What is the Supremacy Clause?

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Article VI, establishes that the Constitution, laws passed by Congress and treaties of the United States shall be the supreme law of the land.

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What is an amendment?

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Change to the Constitution

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What is popular sovereignty?

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rule by the people

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What is federalism?

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power is divided between national and state governments

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What is separation of powers?

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each branch has its responsibilities a system that the Founders hoped would prevent any branch from gaining too much power

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What are checks and balances?

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System where each branch of government exercises some control over the others.

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What is a veto?

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The President can reject legislation from Congress

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What is judicial review?

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Power of the courts to declare laws and actions of local, state or national governments invalid if they violate the Constitution