Time to Legislate!

Which part of the U.S. Constitution outlines legislative power?

• 1st amendment

• preamble

• Bill of rights

• article I

A bill was proposed to regulate internet service providers. The bill was passed, but the president vetoed it. However, the veto was overridden and the bill became a law. Later, the Supreme Court ruled that the law was unconstitutional.
What is the sequence of the branches exercising their powers?

• executive, legislative, judicial, legislative

• legislative, executive, legislative, judicial

• legislative, judicial, executive, legislative

What can the judicial branch do in terms of laws?

• Pass them.
• Declare them unconstitutional.
• Veto them.
• Arrest them.

If the President wants to nominate someone for a position such as Secretary of State or Supreme Court Justice, the Senate must approve that appointment. Which principle does this illustrate?

• Popular Sovereignty 
• Limited Government
• Checks and Balances
• Separation of Powers

Which part of the Constitution outlines the Legislative Branch?

• Article I
• Article II
• Article III
• 14th Amendment

How many members are in the House of Representatives?

• 100

• 400

• 435

• 235

If the President vetos a bill, what portion of Congress must vote to pass the bill in order for it to become law without a Presidential signature?

• 3/4's

• 2/3's

• 1/2

What do we call it when Congress stretches it powers to meet new needs?

• a. Ex Post Facto Laws

• b. Impeach

• c. Bill of Attainder

• d. Elastic Clause

Which of the following is not a power of congress?

• a. Declare War

• b. Negotiate Peace Treaties

• c. Coin and print money

• d. Maintain the Army

What are 3 qualifications in House?

• 30 years, citizen for 9 years, and reside in state

• 25 years, citizen for 7 years, and reside in state

• 20 years, citizen for 7 years, and reside in the US

• 25 years, citizen for 14 years, and reside in US