con Flashcards
What is required for an amendment to be added to the Constitution?
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a two-thirds vote of both Houses of Congress, or, if two-thirds of the States request one, by a convention called for that purpose.
Who is the leader of the executive branch?
President of the United States,
What document did the Constitution replace?
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The Articles of Confederation
What is the purpose of the United States Constitution?
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. To establish the framework of the U.S. government
Which branch of government enforces the laws?
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Executive
How long is the term of a U.S. representative?
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6 years
Who is the leader of the House of Representatives?
Speaker of the House
Who was the first president to sign the Constitution?
George Washington
What does the elcetoral college do?
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Elect the President
True or false can a state divide itself into two states?
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false
Who can veto bills passed by Congress?
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The President
How many representatives are there in the House of Representatives
435
How many branches of government are there in the U.S.?
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3
Which branch of government can declare a law unconstitutional?
Judicial
How many U.S. senators are there?
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100
When was the Constitution written?
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1787
Can a religious qualification be used for office?
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false
Who is known as the “Father of the Constitution”?
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James Madison
