Understanding U.S. Government Concepts

What is a system of government in which power is vested in the people, who rule either directly or through freely elected representatives?

• Democracy
• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Republic

What is a legislative body that has two separate chambers or houses, such as the U.S. Congress?

What is a fundamental principle of the U.S. government that ensures no one branch of government becomes too powerful?

What is the body of electors established by the U.S. Constitution that formally elects the President and Vice President?

What is an organized group of people who share similar political beliefs and work together to influence government policy?

What is a procedural tactic used in the Senate to delay or block legislative action?

What is a formal change or addition to the U.S. Constitution that requires a two-thirds majority?

What is the act of attempting to influence the decisions of government officials, typically legislators?

What are the rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality?

What is the highest court in the United States that has the ultimate authority in interpreting the Constitution?