The Constitution

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How is the Constitution organized?

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into parts called articles

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Why did the delegates start the Preamble to the Constitution with the words 'We, the people'?

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to state that government power comes from the people

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Why does each state have two senators?

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to balance the rights of large and small states

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What is the primary work of Congress?

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to make laws for the country

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What is the final step before a national bill becomes a law?

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It is signed by the president.

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What are the duties of the executive branch?

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Enforces the laws

Commander in chief of the military

Negotiates Treaties

Appoints federal judges and other top officials

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What is the responsibility of the judicial branch?

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to resolve disputes under the law

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What name is given to the Supreme Court's power to declare a law unconstitutional?

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judicial review

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What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances?

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to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful

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An amendment to the Constitution can be ratified by three-fourths of the:

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state legislatures