Impeachment Quiz & Flashcards: Constitution Unit 2

Questions and Answers

How often are representatives elected?

every 2 years

How old must a Representative be to be elected?

25 or older

How long is the term for a Senator?

6 years

How were Senators originally elected?

chosen by state legislature, 17th amendment Signup and view all the answers

How old does someone have to be to be a Senator?

30 years old Signup and view all the answers

Who is the president of the Senate and when can that person vote?

Vice President, when there is a tie Signup and view all the answers

Which legislative body has the power of impeachment and which body has the power to try an impeached official?

the House of Representatives, Senate Signup and view all the answers

Who shall officiate when the President is tried for impeachment?

Chief Justice of US Supreme Court Signup and view all the answers

What is the required vote that is necessary to convict someone who has been impeached?

2/3 vote (66/100) Signup and view all the answers

What is the only penalty that can be imposed on someone who is impeached?

removal from office and prevented from holding a federal position Signup and view all the answers

Who decides the times, places, and manner for holding elections for Congress?

the legislature Signup and view all the answers

In what federal body do all bills concerning taxes/revenue originate?

the House of Representatives Signup and view all the answers

What fraction of both houses must vote to override a veto?

Two thirds of that house Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a president does not return a bill in 10 days and what is the exception for that rule?

Bill automatically becomes a law, if congress adjourns the bill it dies Signup and view all the answers

In Section 8, what are 6 powers of Congress?

Power of tax, power to borrow, maintain a navy, make all laws necessary and proper for carrying into execution the above powers, power to declare war, and establish court system Signup and view all the answers

In Section 9, what are the 3 limitations on the power of Congress to deny the people rights?

Writ of Habeas Corpus, Bills of Attainder, Ex Post Facto Signup and view all the answers

How old does someone have to be to be elected President?

35 years old Signup and view all the answers

How is it determined how many electors each state has?

Total amount of senators and representatives in each state Signup and view all the answers

Name 3 powers of the president.

Be commander-in-chief of military, make treaties, grant reprieves and pardons Signup and view all the answers

Name the body of Congress that must approve a treaty that the President has negotiated and the fraction of the vote they must approve by.

Senate, 2/3 vote Signup and view all the answers

Which body of Congress approves nominations by the president?

Senate, 2/3 vote Signup and view all the answers

When can the President appoint people without approval by anyone else?

when congress is not in session Signup and view all the answers

When can a President or other officers be impeached?

conviction of bribery, treason, or other high crimes and misdemeanors Signup and view all the answers

What is the term of office for Supreme Court Justices? When can they be removed?

for life, bad behavior or in other words treason Signup and view all the answers

Who gets to decide how many federal courts we have?

the Congress Signup and view all the answers

In which cases does the Supreme Court have original jurisdiction?

US Supreme Court hears cases involving ambassadors and other high officials Signup and view all the answers

What must be necessary to convict someone of treason?

2 witnesses to testify treason has been committed Signup and view all the answers

What does the Constitution say about how one state must regard the laws of another state?

states must recognize the laws and court decisions of other states Signup and view all the answers

Explain Privileges and Immunities.

each state's citizens receive equal treatment in all states Signup and view all the answers

What limitation is put on admitting new states to the Union?

power to admit new states Signup and view all the answers

What fraction of the houses of Congress is necessary to approve a proposed Amendment?

3/4 of both houses of Congress Signup and view all the answers

What fraction of states must approve a proposed amendment for it to be ratified?

2/3 Signup and view all the answers

What is the only limitation in the Constitution as to what can be the basis of an amendment?

an amendment that would ban the slave trade could not be added before 1808 Signup and view all the answers

What does the Constitution say about which law shall predominate if there is any conflict between laws?

Supreme law of the land Signup and view all the answers

What qualification for holding any public office is forbidden?

that there's no religious test Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Elected Representatives

Representatives are elected every 2 years.
A person must be at least 25 years old to serve as a Representative.

Senators

Senators serve a term of 6 years.
Originally, Senators were chosen by state legislatures, a process changed by the 17th Amendment.
To become a Senator, one must be at least 30 years old.

Senate Leadership

The Vice President acts as the President of the Senate and votes only in case of a tie.

Impeachment Process

The House of Representatives has the power to impeach officials, while the Senate conducts trials.
The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court presides over impeachment trials of the President.
A 2/3 (66 out of 100) vote is required to convict an impeached official.
The only penalty for impeachment is removal from office and prohibition from holding a federal position.

Election Administration

State legislatures determine the timing and manner of Congressional elections.
All tax-related bills must originate in the House of Representatives.

Legislative Powers

A two-thirds majority vote is needed in both houses to override a presidential veto.
If a President doesn't return a bill within 10 days, it automatically becomes law unless Congress adjourns, in which case the bill dies.
Congress has several powers, including taxation, borrowing money, maintaining a navy, declaring war, and establishing courts.

Limitations on Congress

Limitations include the Writ of Habeas Corpus, Bills of Attainder, and Ex Post Facto laws, protecting individual rights.

Presidential Qualifications and Powers

A President must be at least 35 years old.
The number of electoral votes per state equals its total number of Senators and Representatives.
Key powers of the President include serving as Commander in Chief, negotiating treaties, and granting pardons.

Senate Approval

The Senate must approve treaties negotiated by the President by a 2/3 vote.
Presidential nominations must also be approved by the Senate with a 2/3 majority.

Presidential Appointments

The President can appoint officials without additional approval when Congress is not in session.

Grounds for Impeachment

Presidents and other officials can be impeached for bribery, treason, or high crimes and misdemeanors.

Supreme Court Justices

Justices serve for life and can be removed for bad behavior or treason.

Federal Judicial System

Congress decides the number of federal courts.
The Supreme Court has original jurisdiction in cases involving ambassadors and high officials.

Treason Definition

Conviction of treason requires testimony from at least two witnesses.

State Relations

States must respect each other's laws and court decisions, adhering to the Privileges and Immunities Clause, which ensures equal treatment for citizens among states.

Admission of New States

Congress holds the power to admit new states into the Union.

Amendment Process

A proposed amendment requires approval from 3/4 of both houses of Congress.
Two-thirds of states must ratify a proposed amendment for it to be valid.

Limitation on Amendments

The Constitution prohibits amendments that ban slave trade before 1808.

Supremacy Clause

The Constitution is the "supreme law of the land," resolving conflicts between federal and state laws.

Public Office Qualification

No religious test is allowed as a qualification for public office.

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Test your knowledge on the U.S. Constitution with this scavenger hunt flashcard quiz. Learn about the election process, terms, and amendments related to representatives and senators. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand the foundational document of American democracy.

Unit 2: Constitution Scavenger Hunt