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.”

Any change in the constitution is called an

The Branch that is also known as Congress

Once a national amendment has been proposed, how much of the states must ratify?

Which branch can veto Legislation

An article that explains how these leaders are to be elected and how they can be removed from office. includes the Executive Branch

The law applies to everyone, even those who govern

The branch that interprets the laws and sees that they are fairly applied

What is the two steps that is involved in the process for amending the Constitution

Which branch can declare presidential actions unconstitutional

An article that outlines the lawmaking powers of the Legislative Branch, or Congress

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

The branch that is made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives

A vote of how much from the member of Congress is required to amend the constitution?

Which branch can impeach the President

An article that lists the powers of the federal courts and describes the kinds of cases they may hear. Includes the Judicial Branch

An introduction that states the goals and purposes of the government

The law enforcing branch

Which branch can appoint judges

An article that explains the relationship between the states and the national government

The idea that the power of government lies with the people is called

The branch headed by the president and Vice President

The necessary and proper clause allows Congress to exercise powers not specifically listed in the constitution. These powers are known as

Which branch can refuse to approve treaties