Section 2 Flashcards
What is a primary effect of the census on the functioning of Congress?
It is used to decide the number of House representatives for each state.
Which statement describes the purpose of congressional appropriations committees?
They recommend how specific funds are allocated.
Which power is assigned to the House under the Constitution?
Originating congressional spending bills
How does apportionment influence the makeup of Congress?
It determines the allocation of seats in the House of Representatives based on the equal proportions method.
What is an example of checks and balances between the executive and legislative branches of government?
The Senate must confirm the president’s Supreme Court nominees.
Which presidential power can be directly restricted by Congress?
Appointing cabinet members
Which president was impeached by the House of Representatives?
Andrew Johnson for firing his secretary of war.
What is the general purpose of the president making recess appointments?
To fill cabinet vacancies while bypassing Senate approval.
What is true about the U.S. Court system?
It is a dual system with a federal court system and courts in each state.
What describes the Supreme Court’s use of the judicial principle of “stare decisis”?
The Supreme Court’s precedents are treated as established law.
What was the significance of the Supreme Court’s ruling in McCulloch v. Maryland?
It expanded the power of the government using the Necessary and Proper Clause.
Which type of power is a state’s power to tax?
A concurrent power
What is an example of a state exercising its reserve power?
Establishing laws to regulate alcohol in the state
What is an example of a state exercising a concurrent power?
Borrowing money to fund an infrastructure project.
Which court case established the principal of judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison
