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Government Ch 4
Dolese- Govt Ch 4
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Due process | People accused of crime are granted legal rights |
| Preamble to the Constitution | Lists the purpose to be served by the Constitution. |
| Framers of Constitution created 3 separate branches of government | To keep 1 group from gaining too much power. |
| First words of Constitution | Power and authority in our govt come from the people. |
| Characteristic of federal system of govt | Power is divided between central and regional bodies. |
| Amendments have given the right to vote to these groups: | African Americans, Women, District of Columbia residents and 18 year olds. |
| Supremacy clause resolves conflicts | between State and federal laws. |
| Example of constitutional checks & balances: | Treaties require Senate approval |
| Marbury v. Madison (1803) | Supreme Court can declare act of Congress unconstitutional. |
| Process of amending Constitution | Involves both Congress and States. |