The constitutional framework (powers) of the US branches of government. (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What is another name for the Necessary and Proper Clause?
What is another name for the Necessary and Proper Clause?
Elastic clause
Which case upheld Congress's implied powers regarding a national bank?
Which case upheld Congress's implied powers regarding a national bank?
McCulloch v. Maryland (1819)
Which military branch exemplifies implied powers under the authority to raise armies?
Which military branch exemplifies implied powers under the authority to raise armies?
Air Force
Which powers are shared between federal and state governments?
Which powers are shared between federal and state governments?
Concurrent powers
Which amendment reserves powers not delegated federally to states or people?
Which amendment reserves powers not delegated federally to states or people?
10th Amendment
What does the Supremacy Clause establish as the 'supreme Law of the Land'?
What does the Supremacy Clause establish as the 'supreme Law of the Land'?
Constitution, federal laws, treaties
What majority is needed in both houses to override a presidential veto?
What majority is needed in both houses to override a presidential veto?
Two-thirds majority
Why is the President designated as Commander-in-Chief?
Why is the President designated as Commander-in-Chief?
To ensure civilian control of military
What characteristic defines executive orders?
What characteristic defines executive orders?
Have force of law without Congress
What vote is required in the Senate to ratify a treaty?
What vote is required in the Senate to ratify a treaty?
Two-thirds vote
Which case established the Supreme Court's power of judicial review?
Which case established the Supreme Court's power of judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison (1803)
Which interpretation views the Constitution as evolving with societal changes?
Which interpretation views the Constitution as evolving with societal changes?
Living Constitution