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Constitution Flash Cards

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Establish Justice

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To have fairness

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Ensure domestic tranquility

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Ensure peace within the nation

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Provide for the common defense

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Protect the nation by the military

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Promote the general welfare

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Make sure most people are living well

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Secure the Blessings of Liberty

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Ensure freedom

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Form a more perfect Union

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Improve the nation so that it is better

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What section of the Constitution sets up the Legislative Branch and outlines its powers?

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The Article I

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What are one of the powers of the Legislative Branch?

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-make laws
-declare war
-approve treaties

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What does it mean to Impeach? Who has that power?

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To punish wrong actions; the Judicial Branch

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How many senators does each state have? How many senators are there?

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2; total of 100

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How long is the term for a Senator? Who does a Senator Represent?

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6 years, the entire state

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What are the requirements for a person to be eligible for Senator?

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-at least 30 years old
-a citizen for at least 9 years

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How do they determine the number of Representatives for each state in the House of Representatives?

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By the population of each state.

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How many Representatives are in the House of Representatives?

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435 representatives

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How long is the term for a Representative? Who does a Representative for the House represent?

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2 years; citizens of their district

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What are the requirements for a person to be eligible for Representatives?

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-At least 25 years old
-A citizen for at least 7 years

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What is a Bill? What does it mean if it becomes ratified?

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A proposed law. When it is ratified, it is accepted.

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How do the Elastic Cause and Amendments help the Constitution adapt to changing times?

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It grants rights that become necessary over time.

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What section of the Constitution sets up the Executive Branch?

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Article II

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What are some of the powers of the Executive Branch?

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-veto a law
-enforce laws
-command military

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