Branches of Government

Question 1

What are the powers of Congress?

Answer 1

• Create laws
• Tax
• Borrow money
• Regulate Commerce
• Naturalization
• Coin money
• Establish a Post Office
• Declare War
• Provide a Military
• Impeach an official
• Amend the Constitution

Question 2

What are the 2 parts of Congress?

Answer 2

1. The House of Representatives

2. The Senate

Question 3

How many members are in The House of Representatives?

Answer 3

435 Members

Question 4

How many Representatives does Delaware have?

Answer 4

1 Representative

Question 5

Describe The House of Representatives

Answer 5

• Each member represents a congressional district
• Number of representatives are based on population
• Each state is guaranteed 1 seat

Question 6

Describe the Qualifications for Representatives

Answer 6

• At least 25 years old
• Citizen for at least 7 years
• A resident of the state from which they are elected

Question 7

Who is the leader of the House of Representatives?

Answer 7

The Speaker of the House: Paul Ryan (Republican)

Question 8

How many members does the Senate have?

Answer 8

100 Members

Question 9

Who are Delaware’s Senators?

Answer 9

• Thomas Carper (Democrat)

* Chris Coons (Democrat)

Question 10

Describe The Senate

Answer 10

The number of Senators is based on equality: each state has 2 Senators

Question 11

What are the qualifications for Senator?

Answer 11

• At least 30 years old
• A citizen for at least 9 years
• A resident of the state from which they are elected

Question 12

What are the Senates special powers?

Answer 12

• Confirm or disapprove any treaties and Presidential appointments

Question 13

Who is the leader of The Senate?

Answer 13

The Vice President

Question 14

What are the main functions of the Legislative Branch?

Answer 14

To write, debate and pass bills, which are then passed on to the president for approval

Question 15

What are the main jobs of the Executive Branch?

Answer 15

1. Carry out/ execute laws

2. Enforce laws

Question 16

Who is the leader of the Executive Branch?

Answer 16

The President

Question 17

What are the roles/duties of the President? (CEDLE P SAC)

Answer 17

1. Commander in Chief
2. Chief Executive
3. Chief Diplomat
4. Chief Legislator
5. Guardian of Economy
6. Chief of Party
7. Chief of State
8. Chief Administrator
9. Chief Citizen

Question 18

What are the main jobs of the Executive Branch?

Answer 18

1. Carry out/ execute laws

2. Enforce laws

Question 19

Who is the leader of the Executive Branch?

Answer 19

The President

Question 20

What are the powers of the President?

Answer 20

1. Vetos or approved bills
2. Recommends treaties with other countries
3. Recommends declaration of war
4. Appoints government officials
5. Addresses the nation

Question 21

What are the Qualifications for the President?

Answer 21

1. At least 35 years old
2. A natural born citizen
3. A resident of the U.S.
4. Must swear to the oath of office

Question 22

What does the Presidents’ Cabinet do?

Answer 22

Advise the President

Question 23

What are the powers of the Judicial Branch?

Answer 23

1. Interpret the Constitution
2. Interpret Federal Laws
3. Convict and punish those who violate federal laws

Question 24

What is Judicial Review?

Answer 24

The Supreme Court can decide if a law or government action violates the Constitution
• Can invalidate both federal and state laws
• An implied power

Question 25

What is the Structure of the Judicial Branch?

Answer 25

The Supreme Court 
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Court of Appeals 
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District Courts

Question 26

What does the Supreme Court consist of?

Answer 26

9 Justices: Chief Justice of the U.S. and 8 associates

Question 27

What are the Qualifications of The Judicial Branch?

Answer 27

1. President nominates someone and The Senate has to approve that nomination
2. No specific qualifications listed in the Constitution
3. Term= until resignation or death, can be removed through impeachment