Understanding U.S. Government Basics

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What does it mean to ratify an amendment?

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Approve or pass an amendment

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How many senators are in the U.S. Senate?

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100

Front

What is the term for members of the House of Representatives?

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2 years

Front

Which branch of government is responsible for carrying out and enforcing laws?

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Executive Branch

Front

What was added to the Constitution that listed rights not already in the Constitution?

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The Bill of Rights

Front

Which article of the Constitution discusses how states should interact with each other?

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Article 4

Front

Who appoints Supreme Court Justices, federal judges, ambassadors, and cabinet members?

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Executive Branch

Front

What does the Constitution say is the 'supreme law of the land'?

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U.S. or Federal Laws

Front

Which branch of government writes the bills that become laws?

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Legislative Branch

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Which article of the Constitution explains how to amend the Constitution?

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Article 5