Ohio American Government AIR Test Standard 7

Front

What Article of the Constitution explains the process by which an amendment is added to it?

Back

V (five)

Front

Define judicial review.

Back

the court's ability to interpret laws and the Constitution and to clarify their meaning.

Front

What check does the Supreme Court have on Congress?

Back

may declare legislative action unconstitutional

Front

The Bill of Rights is made up of

Back

Amendments 1-10.

Front

To propose an amendment ______ of CONGRESS must approve.

Back

2/3

Front

Allows changes to be made to the Constitution.

Back

Amendment process

Front

The 17th amendment allows for the direct election of senators by the people. Which constitutional concept is shown here?

Back

popular sovereignty

Front

A citizen is guaranteed rights by the first amendment such as the freedom of speech and religion. What concept is illustrated by these freedoms?

Back

limited government

Front

Amendment #10 reflects the concept of _____________.

Back

federalism

Front

The War Powers Act of 1973 limited the amount of time that the President is able to send military troops into action without asking Congress for a declaration of war. This act is an example of what concept?

Back

checks and balances