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US Constitution

US Constitution. Review 2. When did the US Constitution go into effect?. June 21, 1788. How does the preamble begin?. We the People of the United States. Who tries impeachments?. Senate. Which amendment guarantees the rights not listed in the Constitution to be given to the people?.

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US Constitution

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  1. US Constitution Review 2

  2. When did the US Constitution go into effect?

  3. June 21, 1788

  4. How does the preamble begin?

  5. We the People of the United States

  6. Who tries impeachments?

  7. Senate

  8. Which amendment guarantees the rights not listed in the Constitution to be given to the people?

  9. Amendment IX (9)

  10. What fraction of both houses does it take to propose an amendment?

  11. 2/3 majority

  12. What is the supreme law of the land?

  13. US Constitution

  14. What is the term of the Justices of the Supreme Court?

  15. LIFE

  16. What are the 3 major requirements of a Senator?

  17. 1. 30 years old 2. Citizen of US for 9 years 3. Live in state to represent

  18. What fraction of Congress does it take to ratify a new amendment?

  19. ¾ Majority

  20. This amendment guarantees the right to a trial by a jury?

  21. Amendment VII (7)

  22. How many Appeals Courts are in the Judicial Branch?

  23. 12 Appeals Courts

  24. When does a person actually become President?

  25. When he/she takes oath of office

  26. Which article confirms the authority of the US Constitution?

  27. Article VI (6)

  28. What law held together the colonies prior to the Constitution?

  29. Articles of Confederation

  30. What is it called when each branch of government has different responsibilities?

  31. Separation of Powers

  32. What does the President of the US not have the power to do?

  33. Declare War

  34. Which amendment guarantees the right to a speedy trial?

  35. Amendment VI (6)

  36. Which amendment requires indictment by a grand jury?

  37. Amendment V (5)

  38. What are the qualifications of the Supreme Court Justice?

  39. They are not listed in the Constitution

  40. Which amendment moved the Presidential inauguration from March 4 to January 20?

  41. Amendment XX (20)

  42. Which amendment was the result of the Civil War?

  43. Amendment XIII (13)

  44. List the top 4 in line for succession of the President (in order):

  45. 1. Vice President 2. Speaker of the House 3. President Pro Tempore 4. Secretary of State

  46. This is the job of the President as “sole person in charge of all foreign relations”?

  47. Chief of State

  48. Who was the first woman appointed Supreme Court Justice?

  49. Sandra Day O’Conner

  50. Who approves all appointments to the Supreme Court?

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