USA 3 Review (3 Branches)

Front

What document serves as the supreme law of the United States?

Back

The Constitution

Front

What is one way the judicial branch checks the legislative branch?

Back

It can declare laws unconstitutional.

Front

Who has the power to impeach the president?

Back

The House of Representatives

Front

Which group is responsible for electing the president? Options: Congress, Electoral College, Supreme Court, State governors

Back

Electoral College

Front

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

Back

2 years

Front

What principle was established by the Supreme Court in Marbury v. Madison?

Back

Judicial Review

Front

What was the main ruling in Brown v. Board of Education?

Back

Segregated schools are inherently unequal.

Front

What happens if a suspect is not informed of their rights, as outlined in Miranda v. Arizona?

Back

The evidence collected may be inadmissible in court.

Front

What was the issue in United States v. Nixon?

Back

The president's claim of executive privilege

Front

What is the primary function of a grand jury?

Back

To decide whether there is enough evidence to indict a suspect.