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Foy Gov Part 2
Question | Answer |
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What article lists the powers of the executive branch, which enforces laws passed by Congress? | Article II |
This person is the head of the executive branch, who must be at least 35 years old and a native-born citizen of the United States. | President |
How often are the President and Vice President elected? | every 4 years |
How many terms is a president limited to under the 22nd Amendment? | 2 terms |
What does Congress have to do to remove a President from office? | Congress must conduct an impeachment trial and find the President guilty of a crime or misconduct. |
What is the term for a President canceling a law that Congress has passed? | veto |
What is the term for a President issuing a command that has the power of law? | executive orders |
What is the term for a President granting someone freedom from punishment. | pardon |
While only Congress can declare war, who commands the armed forces and can call on U.S. troops in emergencies. | the President |
Other than creating treaties, what is another job of the executive branch that has to do with our relationships with other countries? | conduct foreign policy |
What groups do most of the work of the executive branch? | executive departments. The President appoints department heads, called secretaries, who make up the cabinet. |
How often does our country hold a presidential election? | every 4 years |
Where are presidential candidates for larger political parties chosen? | nominating conventions |
What are the two main ways the states send people to conventions? | primary and caucus |
At the end of a nominating convention, what do delegates cast their votes for? | the party nominee who will run for president and vice president in the national election |
What month is Election Day held in? | November |
The presidential nominee who wins the most votes from people of each state wins what? | popular vote |
What is the name of the group of people who cast the actual votes for president? | Electoral College |
In order for a candidate to win the electoral vote, what do they have to have? | absolute majority, which means more than half the votes |
What happens with the newly elected President and Vice President on January 20th? | They take the oath of office and are inaugurated. |
What article of the Constitution outlines the courts' duties? | Article III |
Who can strike down a state or federal law if the court finds the law unconstitutional? | federal courts |
How are federal court judges chosen for their position? | They are appointed by the President for life. |
How are the lower federal courts divided? | into 94 districts |
What is the name for the 13 courts that review cases from the lower courts? | appeals courts or appellate courts |
What kind of appeals cases does the Supreme Court hear? | appeals of decisions by the appeals courts |
What types of cases does the Supreme Court usually hear? | important constitutional or public-interest cases |
How many justices does the Supreme Court have? | nine, including a chief justice |
What type of cases are tried when a person has been accused of a crime? | criminal cases |
What type of cases relate to the rights of citizens? | civil cases |
What amendment protects freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedom of assembly, and the right to petition? | First Amendment |
What amendment deals with state militias and the right to bear arms? | Second Amendment |
What amendment prevents the military from forcing citizens to house soldiers? | Third Amendment |
What amendment protects Americans from unreasonable search and seizure? | Fourth Amendment |
What amendment guarantees the government cannot punish anyone without due process of law—meaning the law must be fairly applied? | Fifth Amendment |
What amendment says that anyone found not guilty cannot face double jeopardy—be tried again for the same crime? | Fifth Amendment |
What is the term for the power to take personal property to benefit the public? | eminent domain |
What amendment gives the right to a speedy, public trial by jury, to know charges and hear witnesses, to impel witnesses to appear, and right to an attorney? | Sixth Amendment |
What amendment give the right of trial by jury in civil cases—cases where harm has occurred but not necessarily the breaking of the law? | Seventh Amendment |
What amendment allows for bail and bans cruel and unusual punishment? | Eight Amendment |
What amendment gives the courts and Congress the power to decide the rights of citizens that are not addressed in the Constitution? | Ninth Amendment |
What amendment states that any powers not delegated to the federal government nor prohibited by the Constitution belong to the states and the people? | Tenth Amendment |
What is the classification of anyone born in the United States or U.S. territory? | U.S. citizen |
What is the classification of someone who is born in a foreign country but has at least one parent that is U.S. citizen? | U.S. citizen |
What is the term for people who permanently move to a new country? | immigrant |
What the process of becoming a citizen of the United States? | naturalization |
What are some guidelines for legal immigrants? | They may not vote or hold public office and can be deported if they break the law. |
After how many years of living in the U.S. can legal immigrants request naturalization? | 5 years |
What are the requirements for becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen? | over 18 and support themselves financially; law-abiding and support Constitution; demonstrate understanding of English; show basic knowledge of U.S. history and government;go before a naturalization court and take an oath of allegiance to the US |
What civic duties are American citizens expected to do? | Participating in elections;Obeying laws; Respect people in power; Paying taxes; Defending the nation; Serving on juries |
Why are men over 18 may be required sign up with the Selective Service to serve in the military? | in the event of a draft |
What are some ways that American citizens can participate in government? | learning about issues and candidates and by voting in elections |
What are the organizations called in which Americans collect money for candidates who support certain issues? | Political Action Committees |
What are the organizations called that are made up of groups who share a common interest that motivates them to take political action? | interest groups |