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This section of the Constitution states why it was written. |
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Article I of the Constituion created the vocie of the people in this legislative body. |
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What are the congressional enumerated powers? |
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This elevated the Supreme Court to a higher status, balancing the powers of the other branches. |
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This action between the President and the head of a foreign government does NOT require congressional approval. |
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False speech intended to hurt another is called ________. |
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Poll taxes hurt low-income African Americans because taxes were paid in order to _____. |
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This action is required to override a presidential veto. |
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The Framers provided this section of the Constitution so that it will grow with a changing nation. |
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Supreme Court decisions can only be overturned by the Court itself or by an ___________. |
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The Founders created a Constitution that could be adapted for the future through ________. |
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A proposed amendment can be ratified by two-thrids vote of each house or by a _________ __________. |
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Ratification of an amendment must come within this time limit. |
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The first 10 amendments are called the ______ ___ _______. |
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This Amendment protects the freedom of speech. |
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The U.S. Constitution is divided into three parts. What are they? |
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The Preamble, The Articles, and The Amendments |
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Which principle of the Constitution grants the president the authority to appoint federal judges? |
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Ifthe Supreme Court rules a law unconstitutional, under which principle would the Court be exercising its authority? |
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Which constitutional principle divides power between national and state governments? |
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Under the system of checks and balances, the Courts have the power to ______________________________________. |
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Declare Laws and Actions Unconstitutional |
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To whom does the system of checks and balances give the authority to confirm judges? |
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Which branch does teh following things: regulate commerce, levy taxes, borrow money, raise and support armed forces? |
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What are the powers of Congress called? |
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U.S. laws, treaties with foreign nations, interpretations of U.S. Constitution, and admirality of maritime law are cases handled by whom? |
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What two factors determine federal court jurisdiction? |
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Subject Matter and Parties Involved |
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Article II, Section 3 of the Constitution details this person's role in creating legislation. |
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Which principle of the Constitution enables the Supreme Court to strike down legislation? |
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To protect liberty and specify its powers, the Framers gave Congress _______ _________. |
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Federal courts do NOT have jurisdiction over cases involving ______. |
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