U.S. Government- Unit 3 Exam | Latest Version | 2024/2025 | Already Passed
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U.S. Government- Unit 3
U.S. Government- Unit 3 Exam | Latest
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What does the term "separation of powers" refer to in the U.S. government system?
"Separation of powers" refers to the division of government responsibilities into distinct
branches (legislative, executive, and judici...
U.S. Government- Unit 3 Exam | Latest
Version | 2024/2025 | Already Passed
What does the term "separation of powers" refer to in the U.S. government system?
✔✔ "Separation of powers" refers to the division of government responsibilities into distinct
branches (legislative, executive, and judicial) to prevent any one branch from gaining too much
power.
How does the Electoral College system work in electing the President?
✔✔ The Electoral College system involves electors from each state casting votes based on the
popular vote in their state, with the majority of electoral votes determining the President.
What are the primary functions of the U.S. Congress?
✔✔ The primary functions of Congress include making laws, representing the interests of
constituents, and overseeing the executive branch.
Explain the role of the Federalist Papers in the ratification of the Constitution.
✔✔ The Federalist Papers were a series of essays written to support the ratification of the U.S.
Constitution by explaining its principles and addressing concerns.
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, What is the purpose of the impeachment process in the U.S. government?
✔✔ The impeachment process allows Congress to remove a sitting President or other federal
officials from office for committing "high crimes and misdemeanors."
How does the concept of judicial review affect the legislative process?
✔✔ Judicial review allows the Supreme Court to evaluate and potentially invalidate laws that are
deemed unconstitutional, impacting the legislative process.
What is the significance of the Bill of Rights in American law?
✔✔ The Bill of Rights consists of the first ten amendments to the Constitution, protecting
individual freedoms and limiting government power.
Describe the process for a bill to become law.
✔✔ A bill must be proposed in either house of Congress, passed by both houses, and then signed
by the President to become law. If the President vetoes it, Congress can override the veto with a
two-thirds majority.
What does the term "checks and balances" mean in the context of U.S. government?
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