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US and NC Constituti
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How many total articles are in the U.S. Constitution? | Seven articles |
| Which branch of government is established by Article I of the U.S. Constitution? | The legislative branch (Congress) |
| What term describes a law-making body divided into two houses? | Bicameral legislature |
| Which article of the U.S. Constitution outlines the powers of the executive branch and President? | Article II |
| What is original jurisdiction as defined in Article III of the U.S. Constitution? | The authority to hear a case directly first (such as a dispute between two states) rather than through a lower court |
| How many total amendments have been added to the U.S. Constitution? | Twenty-seven amendments |
| How many total articles are in the North Carolina Constitution? | Fourteen articles |
| How are amendments placed in the NC Constitution compared to the U.S. Constitution? | "NC integrates changes directly within the affected article |
| What is the official name of North Carolina's bicameral state legislature? | The General Assembly |
| Which article of the North Carolina Constitution lists the individual rights of the people? | Article I |
| How do the enforcement duties of the U.S. President and the NC Governor differ? | "The President ensures national laws are followed |
| What determines whether a legal dispute is heard in state courts versus national courts? | Disputes over state laws/constitution go to state courts; arguments over national laws/U.S. Constitution go to national courts |