2024 Fall Exam Review

Front

How do executive orders override state actions?

Back

They have the force of federal law.

Front

How did the 12th Amendment alter how the President and Vice President are elected in the electoral college?

Back

It separated the elections for both offices.

Front

Which of the following is a role of the President? Chief Citizen, Chief Diplomat, Chief Legislator, Chief Executive

Back

Chief Executive

Front

How does the Executive branch interact with the other branches in the system of Checks and Balances?

Back

It can veto legislation.

Front

What issues did the 25th Amendment clarify?

Back

Presidential succession and disability.

Front

What is Judicial Review?

Back

The power of courts to declare laws unconstitutional.

Front

What is the function of the judicial branch?

Back

To interpret laws.

Front

What was the direct effect of the 13th Amendment?

Back

It abolished slavery.

Front

What does the “due process clause” of the 14th Amendment do?

Back

Guarantees equal protection under the law

Front

Why do political parties distribute literature about their political candidates?

Back

To inform voters about their policies