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Ch 8 Test
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Who developed the Virginia Plan? | James Madison |
| Justices of the Supreme Court listen to legal arguments about a case and then present and explain a decision called | The Court's opinion |
| What are the term limits for Senators and state representatives? | unlimited |
| The Constitution is based on how many key principles? | Seven |
| The system set up to maintain a balance of power between the three branches of government is called | Checks and Balances |
| Which amendment provides protection for people accused of crimes? | Fifth |
| The process of changing the Constitution is started by | Congress |
| Why was the Bill of Rights introduced? | To protect personal liberties |
| The Executive Branch | executes the laws |
| How often are the share of seats in the House of Representatives reassigned? | 10 years |
| What are the First words of the Constitution? | We the People |
| Popular sovereignty | People are the source of governments powers |
| Concurrent Powers | Powers shared by the federal and state government. |
| Enumerated Powers | Powers specifically to Congress |
| Implied Powers | Powers claimed by Congress but not directly stated in the Constitution |
| Reserved Powers | Powers that belong to the state alone |
| Veto Power | Checks the power of Congress |