GED social studies US government

What is the Constitution?

The supreme law of the United States, establishing the framework for government.

Branches of government

Executive, Legislative, and Judicial—each with distinct powers and responsibilities.

True or false: The President can make laws.

False, because only Congress has the power to make laws.

Fill in the blank: The Bill of Rights consists of _ amendments.

10 amendments that guarantee individual freedoms.

Difference between federal and state government

Federal government manages national issues, while state governments handle local matters.

What is a democracy?

A system of government where power is vested in the people, often through elected representatives.

Who is the current Chief Justice of the U.S.?

As of 2023, the Chief Justice is John Roberts.

Question: What does the legislative branch do?

Creates laws, controls federal spending, and has the power to impeach.

True or false: Senators serve a six-year term.

True, with one-third of the Senate up for election every two years.

What is the purpose of checks and balances?

To prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful.

Question: What is judicial review?

The power of courts to declare laws unconstitutional.

Fill in the blank: The President is elected to a _ year term.

4-year term, with a maximum of two terms.

Difference between civil rights and civil liberties

Civil rights protect against discrimination; civil liberties protect individual freedoms.

Question: Who can veto legislation?

The President has the power to veto bills passed by Congress.

What is the main duty of the executive branch?

To enforce laws and administer the government.

True or false: The House of Representatives has 435 members.

True, based on population distribution among the states.

Question: What role does the Supreme Court play?

Highest court in the U.S., interprets the Constitution and laws.

What is a political party?

An organization of people with similar political beliefs aiming to influence government policy.

Fill in the blank: The right to free speech is protected by the _ Amendment.

1st Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.