U.S. Gov Unit 3 PT Flashcards
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This traditional power allows the President to withhold certain information.
executive privilege
This principle requires approval by a certain number of Supreme Court justices in order for a case to be considered.
Rule of Four
This winner-take-all-method of voting is decided by the House of Representatives in case of a tie.
Electoral College
A lower court is ordered to implement a higher court’s decision.
remand
This method of selecting candidates fosters party loyalty and prevents members of other parties from influencing the nominations process.
closed primary
The chief justice whittles down the number of potential court cases.
discuss list
This method of nominating candidates allows more people to participate regardless of party affiliation.
open primary
A “friend of the court” submits a testimonial brief on behalf of a party in a Supreme Court case.
amicus curiae
This principle ensures that current case decisions are made in line with past court precedents.
stare decisis
The __________ opinion explains why the Supreme court reached its decision.
majority
__________ provides a way for the Senate to work around a filibuster.
cloture
An unrelated amendment attached to a bill is a __________.
rider
A __________ is the postponement of carrying out a sentence.
reprieve
A justice explains another reason for supporting a Supreme Court decision when writing a __________ opinion.
concurring
A __________ opinion explains why a justice disagrees with a Supreme Court decision.
dissenting
The court first allowed to hear a case has __________ jurisdiction.
original
The first stop for a new bill in either legislative house is a __________ committee.
standing
A __________ veto occurs when the president fails to sign a bill within ten days while Congress is in recess.
established that Congress may create legislative/special courts with jurisdiction over areas under Congress’ expressed powers
American Insurance Co. v. Canter
established that notes issued by congressional authority were legal tender for payment of dept
Juilliard v. Greenman
ensured voters were fairly represented by changing reapportionment laws
Baker v. Carr
struck down the Judiciary Act of 1789 and established the right of judicial review
Marbury v. Madision
To whom does the Constitution give the power to declare war?
Congress
Why did the Farmers institute the Electoral College?
To avoid disorder and regional favoritism by allowing impartial, knowledgeable men to select a President.
Who is in the line of succession if something happens to both the President and the vice president?
Speaker of the House
Which position was NOT part of the first Cabinet in 1789?
secretary of homeland security
As __________, the President is the civilian leader of the U.S. military.
Commander in Chief
A __________ is an attempt to talk a bill to death in the Senate.
filibuster
The __________ is a powerful politician who represents the majority party in the House, makes appointments, and refers legislation to committees
Speaker of the House
__________ is the traditional consultation the President grants to Congress before making appointment.
Advice and consent
A __________ is a legally binding order from the President to an agency under the authority of the executive branch.
executive order
United States Postal Service
government corporation
had 435 members and the power to create taxes to raise revenue
House of Representatives
each state is represented by two members who serve staggered terms
Senate
includes the Cabinet, regulatory agencies, independent agencies, and government corporations
federal bureaucracy
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
independent federal agency
has the power to approve treaties
Senate
Federal Communications Commissions
regulatory commissions
has age requirement of 25 and two-year terms
House of Representatives
Department of Education
Cabinet-level executive department
