12 Questions
What is the main factor in the eventual ratification of the US Constitution?
The promise of a bill of rights
Which article of the US Constitution outlines the process of constitutional amendment?
Article V
What do the Amendments 4, 5, 6, and 8 collectively represent in relation to criminal justice?
Civil liberties protection
Which committees include members from BOTH chambers of Congress?
Joint Committees
What is the concept that national laws prevail over conflicting state laws?
Supremacy Clause
What was a key vision of the Founders when structuring Congress in the United States?
To create a legislature that checks Presidential power
What is the role of chief of state in the President's roles?
Ceremonial and symbolic representation
What is the primary purpose of Congressional Oversight?
To check the executive branch's adherence to legislative intent
What is the role of a Hopper in Congress?
A box for proposed bills
What is the significance of the 17th Amendment to the US Senate election process?
Moved election of senators from state legislatures to popular vote
What defines casework in Congress?
A special form of representation aiding constituents
Who is considered the most powerful individual in the US House of Representatives?
Speaker of the House
Test your knowledge on the foundational government bodies, ratification process, and articles within the US Constitution. Focus on Article III describing the judicial branch's powers and structure, and Article V outlining the process of amending the Constitution.
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