Constitution Exam Flashacards

Front

What did the Great Compromise establish about the Legislative Branch?

Back

One house would be based on population, the second house would give each state equal representation.

Front

The division of power between a central government and state governments is called

Back

federalism

Front

The branch of government that makes laws

Back

Legislative

Front

The branch of government that interprets laws

Back

Judicial

Front

3 checks on Presidential power?

Back

• 1. impeachment

• 2. overriding a Presidential veto

• 3, refusing to confirm a treaty

Front

What is the main power of the Judicial Branch?

Back

Interpret and apply the law

Front

The Supreme Law of the Land Concept states

Back

federal laws are superior to state laws

Front

Freedom of speech, press, religion, assembly, and petition. Which amendment is this?

Back

1st

Front

Which amendment gave women the right to vote?

Back

19

Front

How long do Supreme Court Justices serve for?

Back

life