Bicameral
two-chambered as a legislative body
Legislative
makes laws
Amend
to change in a formal way; to change for the better
Veto
to reject, as when the President rejects a law passed by Congress
Impeach
to charge a public official with having done something illegal while in office
Commander in Chief
term for the president as commander of the nations armed forces
Tyranny
government based on absolute power or cruelty
Judical review
The power of the courts to declare a law unconstitutional
Bill of rights
The first 10 amendments to the Constitution that protects people's fundamental rights.
Unconstitutional
in violation of the constitution
Ratify
to approve; to confirm
three branches of the government
Judical: Judges and courts, Legislative: CongressExecutive: President
How many supreme court justices are there?
9
What is the term (how long in office) does the President serve?
4 years
What is the term (how long in office) do coongressmen serve?
2 years
What is the term (how long in office) do senators serve?
6 years
What is the term of a supreme court judge?
life
How many senators are from each state?
2
What is the Supreme Law of the Land?
Constitution
Name 2 responsibilities of each citizen
(answers vary)
How many Senators are in the Senate?
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Who is the head of state for the nation?
President
Who is the head of each state?
Govenors