Who shall officiate when the President is tried for impeachment?

The Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court

What is the required vote that is necessary to convict someone who has been impeached?

2/3rd vote is necessary to convict (66 out of 100)

What is the only penalty that can be imposed on someone who is impeached?

Removed from office and prevented from holding another federal position

Who decides the times, places, and manner for holding elections for Congress?

Each state legislature decides its own rules.

What fraction of both houses must vote to override a veto?

2/3rd vote by both houses to override a president’s veto

What happens when a president does not return a bill in 10 days and what is the exception to that rule?

The bill automatically becomes a law. Exception: If Congress has adjourned, the bill dies ('pocket veto').

In Section 8, the clause that gives Congress the most general, non-specific powers is known as:

The Necessary and Proper Clause

Section 9 lists three limitations on the power of Congress to deny the people rights. Which of the following correctly identifies those three limitations? Options: No ex post facto laws, no bills of attainder, and no suspension of the writ of habeas corpus, No power to declare war, no power to tax, and no power to coin money, No power to regulate commerce, no power to establish post offices, and no power to grant patents, No power to impeach, no power to override vetoes, and no power to appoint judges

No ex post facto laws, no bills of attainder, and no suspension of the writ of habeas corpus

The writ of habeas corpus may be suspended under which circumstances? Options: In cases of invasion or rebellion, when the public safety requires it., During regular sessions of Congress., When the President issues an executive order for any reason., Whenever the Supreme Court deems it necessary.

In cases of invasion or rebellion, when the public safety requires it.

How old does someone have to be to be elected President?

35 years old (serves 4 year terms- limited to 2 terms)

How is it determined how many electors each state has?

Total amount of Senators and Representatives from each state

Select 3 Powers of the President.

1. Be commander in chief of the Army and Navy when called into service. 2. On extraordinary occasions convene both Houses, or either of them. 3. Have power to grant reprieves and pardons.

Name the body of Congress that must approve a treaty that the President has negotiated and the fraction of the vote they must approve it by.

Takes a 2/3rds vote by the Senate to approve a treaty

When can the President appoint people without approval by anyone else?

He can temporarily appoint officials to fill vacancies when Congress is not in session.

What is the term of office for Supreme Court justices? When can they be removed?

They serve for life but can be removed for bad behavior (treason).

Who gets to decide how many federal courts we have?

Congress establishes lower federal courts.

In which cases does the Supreme Court have original jurisdiction?

US Supreme Court hears cases involving ambassadors & other high officials.

What must be necessary to convict someone of treason?

Two witnesses to testify that treason has been committed.

What does the Constitution say about how one state must regard the laws of another state?

STATES MUST RECOGNIZE THE LAWS AND COURT DECISIONS OF OTHER STATES

Explain Privileges and Immunities.

EACH STATE'S CITIZENS RECEIVE EQUAL TREATMENT IN ALL STATES

What limitation is put on admitting new states to the Union?

Congress has power to admit new states.

What fraction of the houses of Congress is necessary to approve a proposed Amendment?

It takes a 3/4th vote to approve a proposed amendment.

What fraction of states must approve a proposed amendment for it to be ratified?

It takes a 3/4th vote by state ratifying committees.

What fraction of the states can ask for a convention to propose new amendments?

2/3rd of the states in support of a propose an amendment to call a Convention to discuss a possible change to the Constitution

What is the only limitation in the Constitution as to what can be the basis of an amendment?

An amendment that would ban the slave trade could not be added before 1808.

What does the Constitution say about which law shall predominate if there is any conflict between laws?

The Constitution is the “supreme law of the land” meaning that no law can conflict.

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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How often are representatives elected?

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EVERY 2 YEARS

2.

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How old must a Representative be to be elected?

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25 YEARS OLD

3.

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How long is the term for a Senator?

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6 YEARS

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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How were Senators originally chosen?

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BY STATE LEGISLATURES –

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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How old does someone have to be to be a senator?

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30 YEARS OLD

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Who is the president of the Senate and when may that person vote?

Back

VICE PRESIDENT – WHEN THERE IS A TIE

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Which legislative body has the power of impeachment and which body has the power to try an impeached official?

Back

HOUSE OF REPS. HAS THE POWER TO IMPEACH

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