2nd part of Constitution study guide

The framers of the Constitution created a system of checks and balances to

• keep any one branch of government from becoming too powerful.

• strengthen the powers held by each branch of government.

• outline the powers held by each branch of government.

• give the people an opportunity to control the branches of government

We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of What does “promote the general Welfare” mean?

• To rule by laws and not by the military or a king.

• To support an economy and a society in which people can prosper.

• To protect the nation against foreign enemies.

• To protect freedoms gained in the American Revolution and preserve them for future Americans.

We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the What does “provide for the common defense” mean?

• To rule by laws and not by the military or a king.

• To protect the nation against foreign enemies.

• To support an economy and a society in which people can prosper.

What is the age requirement for the President?

• 50

• 30

• 35

• 25

What is the age requirement for Supreme court ?

• 55

• 40

• 30

• none

What is the age requirement for Senate?

• 40

• 20

• 30

• 25

What is age requirement for House of Representatives?

• 25

• 30

• 35

• 40

What is the term for Supreme Court?

• 5 years

• lifetime

• 10 years

• 1 year

What is the term for President?

• 6 years

• 4 years

• 5 years

• 10 years

What is the term for Senators?

• 5 years

• 2 years

• 6 years