Chapter 9- The Constitution: A More Perfect Union

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Why is the Constitution considered to be a flexible or living document?

Back

The Constitution can be changed over time.

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What does the word popular sovereignty mean?

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The power the Constitution has comes from the people.

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What is the introduction of the Constitution called?

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Preamble

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Why does the Preamble begin with, "We the people...?"

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The Constitution gets its power from the people.

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What does the legislative branch do?

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Make and propose laws

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Why are members of the House of Representatives based upon population and members of the Senate are represented by two from every state?

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To balance the rights of small and large states.

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What can the legislative branch NOT do? Command military, Raise taxes & army, Impeach the President, Have control of the budget

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Command military

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What can the executive branch NOT do? Options: Appoint federal judges, Make treaties, Grant pardons

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Propose new taxes

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What can the Judicial Branch NOT do? Options: Decide on issues between states, Decide on issues between federal government and states, Interpret if laws are Constitutional, Veto laws

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Veto laws

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What is the main role of Congress?

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To make and propose laws