Parts of the Constitution Vocabulary Branches of Government Amending the Constitution A system of Checks and Balances
100
Consists, or is expressed by, a single concise sentence that begins and ends as follows: “We the People of the United States... do ordain and establish this constitution for the United States of America.”
The Preamble
100
Any change in the Constitution is called an
Amendment
100
The branch that is also known as the Congress
Legislative
100
Any change in the constitution is called an
Amendment
100
Which branch can veto Legislation
Executive Branch
200
article that explains how these leaders are to be elected and how they can be removed from office. Includes the Executive Branch
Article II
200
The law applies to everyone, even those who govern
Rule of Law
200
The branch that interprets the laws and sees that they are fairly applied
Judicial
200
Once a national amendment has been proposed, how much of the states must ratify?
3/4
200
Which branch can declare presidential actions unconstitutional
Judicial
300
Article that outlines the lawmaking powers of the Legislative Branch, or Congress
Article I
300
Montesquieu believed that the best way to safeguard the liberty of the people was to clearly separate the legislative, executive, and judicial functions of government and assign, or appoint, each to a separate branch of government
Separation of Power
300
The branch that is made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives
Legislative
300
What is the two steps that is involved in the process for amending the constitution?
Proposal and Ratification
300
Which branch can impeach President
Legislative
400
Article that lists the powers of the federal courts and describes the kinds of cases they may hear. Includes the Judicial Branch
Article III
400
The idea that the power of government lies with the people is called
Popular Sovereignty
400
The law enforcing Branch
Executive
400
A vote of how much from the member of Congress is required to amend the constitution?
2/3
400
Which branch can appoint judges
Executive
500
article that explains the relationship between the states and the national government
Article IV-VII
500
An introduction that states the goals and purposes of the government
Preamble
500
The branch headed by the president and Vice President
Executive
500
The necessary and proper clause allows Congress to exercise powers not specifically listed in the constitution. These powers are known as
Implied Powers
500
Which branch can refuse to approve treaties
Legislative






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