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Constitution Preamble Article I-II
You are history. Literally.
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Undergraduate 1
02/01/2017

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What are the two parts of Congress of the United States?
Definition
Senate and House of Representatives
Term
How often are House members selected?
Definition
Every second year
Term
What six purposes are specifically mention in the preamble?
Definition
To form a more perfect Union
Establish justice
insure domestic tranquility
provide for the common defense
promote the general welfare
secure the Blessings of liberty
Term
How old must a Representative be?
How many Years must he be a citizen of the U.S.?
Definition
Twenty-five years.
Seven years.
Term
True or False. A Representative can be an Inhabitant of that State in which he shall be chosen.
Definition
False
Term
Who has the sole Power of Impeachment?
Definition
The House of Representatives
Term
For how long are Senators chosen?
Definition
For six years
Term
How old must a Senator be?
How many Years must he be a citizen of the U.S.?
Definition
Thirty years old.
Nine years.
Term
Who is the president of the Senate?
Definition
The Vice-President
Term
Where are Senators and Representatives paid out of?
Definition
The Treasury of the United States
Term
In what house must bills regarding raising revenue originate?
Definition
The House of Representatives
Term
How can a bill that has been vetoed (disapproved) by the president become law anyway?
Definition
After Reconsideration, if Two-thirds of the House approves it, it shall become a Law
Term
In what person does the Constitution vest executive power?
Definition
The President
Term
What is the length of the President's term?
Definition
Four Years
Term
Who appoints presidential electors?
Definition
The states
Term
Who can decide what day electors are chosen and electoral votes cast?
Definition
The Congress
Term
Who has the power to grant Reprieves and Pardons for Offences against the United States?
Definition
The President
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