Broad constructionist
Those who take a broader and more creative approach to constitutional interpretation
Strict constructionist
Believe that the text of the constitution is important and that there should be minimum interpretation
Necessary and proper clause
Added by the constitutional framers so that future congresses might have the authority to meet future needs
Ratification
More formal means of adapting the constitution to change
Happens after an amendment is proposed
Proposal and ratification
What are the two major phases of the amendment process?
Amendment process
More formal means of adapting the constitution to change
Proposal
Formal intro of an amendment
Approval of 3/4’s of the states’ legislatures
Approval of 3/4’s of special state ratification conventions
How is a ratification made?
First 10 amendments to the constitution
What is the bill of rights?
True
True of false? Only 17 amendments have been approved since the first session of congress
Form a more perfect union Establish justice Ensure domestic tranquility Provide for the common defense Promote the general welfare Secure the blessings of our liberty to ourselves and our posterity
What are the basic principles in the preamble?
Popular sovereignty
What is a theme throughout the Constitution, but it is not specifically stated?
True
True or false? House members are elected directly by the senate
2 year terms
How long do House members serve?
“We the people”
Where does the preamble state the source of government power?
Legislative branch (make laws)
What does Article 1 deal with?
