American Government and Political Institutions Flashcards
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Which clause in Article VI of the Constitution establishes federal law as supreme over conflicting state laws?
Answer: Supremacy Clause
The Supremacy Clause in Article VI establishes that the Constitution and federal laws are the supreme law of the land.
What is the term length for a member of the U.S. Senate?
Answer: 6 years
U.S. Senators serve 6-year terms, with approximately one-third of the Senate up for election every two years.
Which constitutional provision allows Congress to make laws 'necessary and proper' for carrying out its enumerated powers?
Answer: Elastic Clause
The Necessary and Proper Clause (also called the Elastic Clause) grants Congress implied powers to carry out its enumerated responsibilities.
How many justices currently sit on the U.S. Supreme Court?
Answer: 9
The U.S. Supreme Court currently has 9 justices: one Chief Justice and eight Associate Justices.
What is the constitutional requirement for overriding a presidential veto?
Answer: Two-thirds vote in both chambers
Congress can override a presidential veto with a two-thirds vote in both the House and the Senate.
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'separation of powers' in the U.S. government?
Answer: The division of government authority among three distinct branches
Separation of powers divides government authority among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches to prevent any one branch from dominating.