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US Constitution
Questions about the US Constitution
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1st Amendment | Freedom of speech, religion, press, peaceful assembly, and the right to petition the government. |
| 2nd Amendment | Right to bear arms and to keep a well regulated militia. |
| 3rd Amendment | Right to refuse to quarter soldiers. |
| 4th Amendment | Protects your property from unreasonable searches and seizures. |
| 5th Amendment | Right to a trial by jury, protection from double jeopardy, and the right to stay silent(you don't have to take the witness stand against yourself). |
| 6th Amendment | Right to a speedy and fair trial in the state and district where the crime was committed. |
| 7th Amendment | In civil lawsuits, you have the right to a trial by jury. |
| 8th Amendment | Protection from cruel and unusual punishments for criminal charges. |
| 9th Amendment | People have rights that are not listed in the constitution. |
| 10th Amendment | Powers not listed in the constitution are reserved to the states or people. |
| How often are representatives elected and how long is their term of office? | 2 years |
| What are the 3 requirement listed for House members? | 25 Years old, US citizen for 7 years, living in the state they represent |
| What is the determining basis for how many House members a state receives? | One for every 30k people |
| How long is the term for a Senator? | 6 years |
| How were Senators originally chosen? Which amendment changed that? | Chosen by state legislature, 17th amendment changed that |
| What are the 3 requirements listed for members of the Senate? | 30 years old, US citizen for 9 years, living in the state they represent |
| Who is the president of the Senate and when may that person vote? | Vice President only when there is a tie |
| In what federal body do all bills concerning taxes/revenue originate? | House of Representatives |
| What fraction of both houses must vote to override a veto? | 2/3 |
| Article 1 Section 8 Clause 18 grants Congress what powers? | Gives themselves power that they deem necessary to run the country "Necessary and proper clause" |
| How are the number of electors (electoral votes) each state gets determined? | Number of representatives plus 2 for senators(DC also gets 3 electoral votes) |
| What are the requirements for President? | 35 years old, Natural born citizen, and been a resident of the US for 14 years |
| Which body of Congress approves Presidential nominations? | Senate |
| What must the President give once a year? | Give congress the state of the union |
| What is the term of office for Supreme Court justices? | Lifelong appointment |
| Which amendments added more voting rights? | 15th, 19th, and 26th |
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