Flashcard on the Government and Constitution

Front

What happens if no Presidential candidate receives the majority of electoral votes?

Back

The House of Representatives selects the President

Front

What is the role of Congress in relation to the federal courts?

Back

To determine the jurisdiction of federal courts

Front

What can the legislative branch do if no candidate receives the majority of the Electoral votes for Vice-President?

Back

Select the Vice-President

Front

What is one of the checks and balances the legislative branch has over the judicial branch?

Back

Impeachment of federal judges

Front

Which branch of government collects taxes and allocates federal funds?

Back

Legislative Branch

Front

What power does the legislative branch have in declaring war?

Back

It can declare war

Front

What is the role of the legislative branch if the President is impeached?

Back

To conduct the impeachment trial

Front

Which branch of government can call an emergency session of Congress?

Back

Executive

Front

What is the primary function of the executive branch in the context of checks and balances?

Back

To enforce laws

Front

What is the significance of the President being Commander in Chief of the armed forces?

Back

It gives the President control over the military