Constitution Review #2

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Ex post Facto Law

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a law that makes an act criminal although the act was legal when it was committed

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In the Illinois government, bills passed by the General Assembly must be presented to the governor. This must be done at least:

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30 days after the bill has been passed

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Marbury v. Madison (1803)

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Established judicial review. Supreme Court now had authority to overturn a law based on Constitutionality.

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When the Vice President is not present, who presides over the U.S. Senate? Options: President pro Tempore, 538, Freedom of Religion, Speech, Press, Assembly, and Petition

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President pro Tempore

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The number of members each state sends to the House of Representatives depends on: The population of the state, 27 Amendments, first 10 are the Bill of Rights.

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The population of the state

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The President of the United States is elected by the:

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Electoral College

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The President does not have the power to: 3/5ths of the Senate and House of Representative in Illinois General Assembly, declare war, A 2/3rds majority vote in both the House and Senate

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declare war

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Cabinet

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A group of advisers to the president. Nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate.

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The main duty of the Vice President is to

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Take the place of the president if necessary.

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Federal Court levels: 1. District Courts, 2. Circuit Court of Appeals, 3. Supreme Court

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District Courts, Circuit Court of Appeals, Supreme Court