Constitutional Basics - Review

Front

What is the minimum age requirement to be elected as President of the United States?

Back

35 years

Front

Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for making laws?

Back

Legislative

Front

Identify the term length for a U.S. Senator.

Back

6 years

Front

Which compromise during the Constitutional Convention resulted in a bicameral legislature with one house chosen by proportional representation and one house with equal representation among the states?

Back

Great Compromise

Front

What is the primary function of the Executive Branch?

Back

Enforce laws

Front

Explain the significance of the Three-Fifths Compromise.

Back

It determined that three out of every five slaves would be counted for representation and taxation.

Front

What are the qualifications required to be a member of the House of Representatives?

Back

25 years old, U.S. citizen for 7 years, resident of the state

Front

Describe the role of the Judicial Branch in the U.S. government.

Back

To interpret laws

Front

What is the term length for a U.S. President?

Back

4 years

Front

What is the main responsibility of the Legislative Branch?

Back

To create laws