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Chapter 2 - The U.S. Constitution Overview Quiz

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What is the role of a president as the chief of state?

Managing the legislative agenda

Overseeing foreign policy decisions

Serving as the ceremonial head of the government (correct)

Leading the country's military forces

Which legislative chamber represents the people's views closely?

House of Representatives (correct)

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Standing Committees

US Senate

What does the 17th Amendment to the US Constitution do?

Gives the power to elect senators to state legislatures

Establishes the Electoral College system

Shifts the election of senators to popular vote (correct)

Limits the presidential term to two terms

What is the main purpose of a filibuster in Congress?

To halt the passage of a bill Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of Select Committees in Congress?

Addressing concerns like response to disasters Signup and view all the answers

What term refers to the appropriation of federal funds by legislators for projects in their districts?

Pork Barrel Signup and view all the answers

What branch of government does Article III of the US Constitution describe?

Judicial branch Signup and view all the answers

Which concept in the US Constitution states that national laws prevail over conflicting state laws?

Federal Supremacy Principle Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of the US Constitution includes freedoms like Freedom of Speech and Freedom of the Press?

Bill of Rights Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Amendments 4, 5, 6, and 8 collectively known as?

Criminal Due Process Rights Amendments Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal behind the creation of Congress according to the Founders of the United States?

To primarily create a legislature to check presidential power Signup and view all the answers

What type of committees include members from both chambers of Congress?

Bicameral Committees Signup and view all the answers