Constitution Test Flashcards
Note: This deck was made on 23/10/2018. Chances are, it won't age well. (42 cards)
What are the names of the groups of Congress?
House of Representatives, Senate
Who can introduce a bill that raises taxes?
House of Representatives
Which group can approve presidential appointments, treaties, etc?
Senate
Age qualification to run as a Representative
25 years old
Citizenship qualification to run as a Representative
7 years
Residence qualification to run as a Representative
Must live in the state of representation
Age qualification to run as a Senator
30 years old
Citizenship qualification to run as a Senator
9 years
Residence qualification to run as a Senator
Must live in the state of representation
Age qualification to run for President
35 years old
Citizenship qualification to run for President
Natural born citizen
Residence qualification to run for President
Must live in the US for 14 continuous years
For a bill to pass through Congress, it needs ___%?
50% +1 vote (Simple majority)
Congress needs ___% to override a Presidential veto
66% (2/3)
Who is in charge of the Legislative branch?
House of Representatives and Senate
Who is in charge of the Executive branch?
President
Who is in charge of the Judicial branch?
Supreme court
Article 1 of the Constitution refers to which branch?
Legislative
Article 2 of the Constitution refers to which branch?
Executive
Article 3 of the Constitution refers to which branch?
Judicial
How many electoral votes are needed to win the presidential election?
270
What is the smallest number of states needed to win the presidential election?
11
What is the term length of the President?
4 years
What is the term length of a Representative?
2 years