The U.S Constitution - Chapter 2 Quiz
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What is the main factor in the eventual ratification of the US Constitution?

  • The concept of Supremacy Clause
  • The promise of a bill of rights (correct)
  • The structure of the legislative branch
  • The focus on Amendments 4, 5, 6, and 8

Which article of the US Constitution outlines the process of constitutional amendment?

  • Article Ill
  • Article XII
  • Article III
  • Article V (correct)

What do the Amendments 4, 5, 6, and 8 collectively represent in relation to criminal justice?

  • Foreign policy guidelines
  • Judicial review principles
  • Executive powers regulation
  • Civil liberties protection (correct)

Which committees include members from BOTH chambers of Congress?

<p>Joint Committees (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept that national laws prevail over conflicting state laws?

<p>Supremacy Clause (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key vision of the Founders when structuring Congress in the United States?

<p>To create a legislature that checks Presidential power (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of chief of state in the President's roles?

<p>Ceremonial and symbolic representation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Congressional Oversight?

<p>To check the executive branch's adherence to legislative intent (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a Hopper in Congress?

<p>A box for proposed bills (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 17th Amendment to the US Senate election process?

<p>Moved election of senators from state legislatures to popular vote (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines casework in Congress?

<p>A special form of representation aiding constituents (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the most powerful individual in the US House of Representatives?

<p>Speaker of the House (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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