Vocabulary Flashcards
What are separation of powers?
A key constitutional principle that divides the functions of the government into 3 branches. This helps to prevent each of the branches from having more power than the other,
What is a bill?
A proposed law.
What is an amendment?
An amendment is a change to a legal document (in this case the Constitution).
What is the Senate?
The smaller, upper house of the U.S. Congress.
What is judicial review?
Judicial review gives the Supreme Court its power.
What is an article?
A section of the Constitution,
What does it mean to impeach?
To impeach means to charge with an unconstitutional act.
What does it mean to ratify?
To sign or give formal consent.
What is a veto?
A veto is the power to reject a bill or decision,.
What is the Elastic Clause?
The elastic clause gives the legislative branch the flexibility to do its job. They can “stretch” their powers to assist them in passing laws.
Who is the chief executive?
The formal name for the president.
What is the Constitution?
A document that states the fundamental principles of the U.S. government.
What is popular sovereignty?
It states that the governments power comes directly from regular people.
