Chapter 9, TCI 8th Grade, Sections 1 - 4

A sovereign ruler, means appointed by god. The creators of the Constitution wanted the constitution based on popular sovereignty. The idea of "popular sovereignty" means that...

• power comes from the legislative, judicial, and executive branches.

• power comes from ordinary citizens.

• power comes from the Executive Branch.

• power comes from the judicial branch.

The Phrase, "We the People," established the idea of

• Our Posterity

• the Preamble

• Popular Sovereignty

• Our general welfare

The introduction of the Constitution is called the

• Preamble

• The Amendments

• The Bill of Rights

• Domestic Tranquility

The primary job of Congress is to

• debate topics

• make laws

• spend taxes

• organize our government

The legislative branch is divided into these two houses or groups:

• The House of Representatives and the Senate

• The Senate and the Executive Branches

• The Executive and Judicial Branches

• The Upper House and Congress

If a bill passes in both houses, it is sent to the Executive Branch where the president can.....

• approve the bill

• veto the bill

• sign to approve the bill or veto the bill

• accept the bill

To be a Senator you must be at least ________ years old and be a US citizen at least __________ years.

• 40, 7

• 25, 9

• 30, 9

• 30, 7

What is the length of term for members of the Senate?

• 6 years

• 4 years

• 3 years

• 2 years

Which branch(es) of the government can declare war?

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Legislative Branch

• All three branches are needed to declare war

How many years is a term of service for the President of the United States?

• 2

• 4

• 6