We the People – Unit 3 Study Guide

What is the Preamble?

• A conclusion that summarizes the main points of a document.

• An introduction that explains the purpose of a document.

• A section that lists the authors of a document.

• A summary of the document's findings.

What does the judicial branch do?

• Makes laws and enforces them.

• Interprets the laws and settles disputes.

• Advises the president on legal matters.

• Conducts elections and counts votes.

Who is the commander in chief of the military?

• The president.

• The vice president.

• The secretary of defense.

• The chief of staff.

What is the Electoral College?

• A group that officially elects the president.

• A system for direct democracy.

• A committee that oversees elections.

• A group of citizens who vote on local issues.

What does it mean to impeach someone?

• To charge a government official with wrongdoing.

• To promote a government official to a higher position.

• To investigate a government official's financial records.

• To publicly criticize a government official's policies.

What does 'justice' mean?

• Fair treatment under the law.

• Punishment for wrongdoing.

• A system of government.

• The absence of conflict.

What does 'domestic tranquility' mean?

• Peace and safety within a country.

• A state of war between nations.

• Economic stability and growth.

• Cultural diversity and acceptance.

What are three powers of Congress?

• Make laws, declare war, create a court system.

• Regulate trade, issue currency, conduct foreign relations.

• Appoint Supreme Court justices, create state laws, manage the military.

• Impose taxes, create a national bank, oversee education.

What is judicial review?

• The power to decide if laws or actions are constitutional.

• The ability to review judicial decisions made by lower courts.

• The process of reviewing the constitutionality of executive orders.

• The authority to amend the constitution directly.

What can the state governments do?

• Create schools, marriage laws, traffic laws, and support local welfare.

• Regulate international trade and foreign affairs.

• Establish a national currency and control immigration.

• Create federal laws and oversee national defense.