Unit 6 Review

How can the President make sure Congress doesn't do something wrong?

• By saying "no" to a new law, vetoing a bill, that both parts of Congress agreed on.

• By not allowing a law to happen if it's not fair--holding a law to be unconstitutional.

• By not giving money for the military.

• By changing a "no" back to a "yes", which is called "overriding a veto."

Answer explanation

The President can ensure Congress doesn't do something wrong by vetoing a bill that both parts of Congress agreed on, effectively saying "no" to a new law.

How can the judicial branch make sure the legislative branch doesn't do something wrong?

• By vetoing a proposed bill.

• By refusing to ratify a treaty.

• By saying a law is unconstitutional.

• By ending a meeting of Congress.

Answer explanation

The judicial branch can ensure the legislative branch acts within the Constitution by declaring a law unconstitutional. This power, known as judicial review, allows courts to invalidate laws that violate constitutional principles.

Which is an example of a power given to Congress in the Constitution?

• The power to coin money

• The power to forgive crimes

• The power to give out driving licenses

• The power to sign people up to vote

Answer explanation

The Constitution grants Congress the power to coin money, making it a key responsibility of the federal government. The other options, such as forgiving crimes or issuing licenses, are not powers assigned to Congress.

Which shows the correct steps to change the U.S. Constitution?

• Most state legislatures suggest it – Three-fourths of Congress agree to it.

• Two-thirds of Congress suggest it – Three-fourths of state legislatures ratify it.

• Three-fourths of state legislatures suggest it – Two-thirds of Congress ratify it.

• Most of Congress suggest it – Two-thirds of Congress agree to it.

Answer explanation

The correct steps to change the U.S. Constitution involve two-thirds of Congress suggesting an amendment, which must then be ratified by three-fourths of state legislatures.

What does "federalism" mean?

• A type of government where people vote for leaders

• Sharing power between the national and state governments

• Dividing power between different parts of the government

• A system where government officials must follow the law

Answer explanation

Federalism refers to the system of government where power is shared between the national and state governments, allowing both levels to operate independently in certain areas.

What was the purpose of the Preamble to the Constitution?

• To help the national government collect taxes

• To say what the national government wants to do

• To deal with the danger from Shays’ Rebellion

• To explain why the colonists wanted to leave England

Answer explanation

The Preamble to the Constitution outlines the goals and purposes of the national government, stating what it aims to achieve, such as promoting justice and ensuring domestic tranquility.

What does "equality of mankind" mean?

• Some people are more important than others.

• Everyone should be treated the same, no matter who they are.

• Only certain people have rights.

• People can be treated differently based on their job.

Answer explanation

The phrase "equality of mankind" emphasizes that all individuals deserve equal treatment, regardless of their identity. This aligns with the correct choice, which states that everyone should be treated the same, no matter who they are.

What is "due process"?

• The right to have a fair trial and be treated equally by the law.

• The process of making new laws.

• The right to vote in elections.

• The process of electing a new president.

Answer explanation

Due process refers to the legal requirement that the state must respect all legal rights owed to a person, ensuring fair trial and equal treatment under the law, making it the correct choice.

What does the "rule of law" mean?

• The President makes all the laws.

• Everyone, including leaders, must follow the law.

• Only judges have to follow the law.

• Laws can be ignored if you don't agree with them.

Answer explanation

The "rule of law" means that everyone, including leaders, is subject to the law. This ensures fairness and accountability, contrasting with the idea that only certain individuals or groups are bound by legal standards.

What is the purpose of "checks and balances" in the government?

• To make sure one branch of government doesn't become too powerful.

• To allow the President to make all the laws.

• To let the Supreme Court choose the President.

• To give Congress the power to ignore the Constitution.

Answer explanation

The purpose of "checks and balances" is to ensure that no single branch of government becomes too powerful, maintaining a balance of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.