Constitution and Government Flashcard

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Which article of the Constitution is known as the Executive Article?

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Article II

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What did Article III establish? Options: The national executive system, The national legislative system, The national judicial system, The national financial system

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The national judicial system

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What does the term 'unconstitutional' mean?

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Against the Constitution

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Which principle allows the courts to declare a law unconstitutional?

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Judicial review

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What is the main function of checks and balances?

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To ensure equal power among branches

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What fraction of State legislatures is required for ratification?

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3/4

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How many amendments have been ratified out of those sent to the States for ratification?

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27

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When was the Constitution last amended?

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1992

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What is one way Congress has contributed to informal constitutional change? Options: By writing new amendments, By passing laws that clarify parts of the Constitution, By holding elections, By declaring war

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By passing laws that clarify parts of the Constitution

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What is the division of powers?

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The division of powers between the National Government and the States