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US History Soph
United States Constitution #2
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What do the stars in the U.S. flag stand for? | 50 states |
| 50 states | A worn-out flag should be retired and destroyed in a dignified way, typically by burning. |
| Who was the author of the Declaration of Independence? | Thomas Jefferson is considered the primary author of the Declaration of Independence. |
| What was the basic purpose of the Declaration of Independence? | The basic purpose was to declare the American colonies’ independence from British rule and explain the reasons for doing so. |
| What are the basic rights listed by the Declaration of Independence? | The basic rights are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. |
| The basic rights are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. | One purpose is to establish the framework for the federal government and outline the powers and limits of government. |
| Where does the U.S. Constitution derive its powers? | The Constitution derives its powers from the people, as stated in the preamble: “We the People.” |
| What is the Legislative branch of the U.S. government called? | The legislative branch is called Congress, which consists of the Senate and the House of Representatives. |
| How is the U.S. House of Representatives apportioned? | The House is apportioned based on the population of each state, with each state receiving a number of representatives proportional to its population. |
| How long is the term of office for the House (of Representatives)? | The term of office is 2 years. |
| What is the minimum age for a member of the House? | The minimum age is 25 years old. |
| What does the House have the sole power to do? | The House has the sole power to initiate revenue bills and to impeach federal officials. |
| Who is the presiding officer of the House? | Speaker of the house |
| How is the Senate apportioned? | Each state is equally represented in the Senate, with two senators per state. |
| Who is the presiding officer of the Senate? | The Vice President of the United States is the presiding officer, but in the Vice President’s absence, the President pro tempore presides. |
| How long is the term of office for the Senate? | 6 years |
| What is the minimum age for a Senator? | 30 years old |
| What does the Senate have the sole power to do? | The Senate has the sole power to try impeachments and to approve treaties and appointments. |
| What does the U.S. Congress (Senate and the House) have the power to do? | Congress has the power to make laws, declare war, raise and provide for the armed forces, and control the budget, among other things. |
| What are some of the powers the Congress does not have? | Congress cannot pass ex post facto laws, grant titles of nobility, or suspend the writ of habeas corpus except in emergencies. |
| Who chooses the President of the United States? | The Electoral College chooses the President based on votes cast by electors. |
| How long is the term of office for the President? | 4 years |
| What is the number of electoral votes equal to? | 538 |
| How many terms may a U.S. President serve? | 2 terms |
| What is the minimum age for a president? | 35 years old |
| What are some of the President’s primary powers? | The President is the Commander-in-Chief of the military, can veto legislation, appoint federal judges, and conduct foreign policy, among other powers. |
| What are some powers reserved to the states? | Powers reserved to the states include regulating education, conducting elections, and managing public health and safety. |
| The vote of what fraction of both houses of Congress is necessary to override a presidential vote? | A two-thirds vote of both the House of Representatives and the Senate is needed to override a presidential veto. |
| Treaties made by the President must be approved by a 2/3 vote of which governmental body? | The Senate must approve treaties by a two-thirds vote. |
| What body is the final judge in all cases arising under the constitution? | The U.S. Supreme Court is the final judge in all constitutional cases. |
| What fraction of the 50 states is necessary to approve an amendment to the U.S. Constitution? | Three-fourths (38 out of 50 states) are required to approve an amendment. |
| Which document represents the supreme law of the land? | The U.S. Constitution is the supreme law of the land. |
| Can congress make laws establishing religion? Explain. | No, Congress cannot make laws establishing a religion because of the First Amendment, which ensures the separation of church and state. |
| What phrase covers all your procedural rights when you are sued or accused of a crime? | Due process of law” covers these rights. |
| What is the minimum age for voting in the U.S.? | 18 years old |
| What are some powers shared by the state and federal government? | Shared powers include taxing, making and enforcing laws, and establishing courts. |
| Explain the 19th amendment | Amendment granted women the right to vote. |
| Explain the 15th amendment | Amendment prohibits the denial of voting rights based on race, color, or previous condition of servitude. |
| Explain the 14th amendment | Amendment grants citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the U.S. and guarantees equal protection under the law. |
| Explain the 22nd amendment | Amendment limits the President to two terms in office |
| How many amendments are there? | There are 27 amendments to the U.S. Constitution. |
| Explain the 13th amendment | Abolish of slavery |
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