Separation of powers and checks and balances. (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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Which three branches does separation of powers divide the US government into?
Which three branches does separation of powers divide the US government into?
Congress, President, Judiciary
Which Article of the Constitution establishes the powers of the President?
Which Article of the Constitution establishes the powers of the President?
Article 2
What is the primary purpose of the separation of powers?
What is the primary purpose of the separation of powers?
Prevent tyranny
How many times did Obama use the veto power during his presidency?
How many times did Obama use the veto power during his presidency?
12 times
What is the purpose of executive agreements negotiated by the President?
What is the purpose of executive agreements negotiated by the President?
Bypass Senate ratification
What majority is required for Congress to override a presidential veto?
What majority is required for Congress to override a presidential veto?
Two-thirds in both houses
What majority does the Senate need to ratify treaties negotiated by the President?
What majority does the Senate need to ratify treaties negotiated by the President?
Two-thirds majority
When did Congress last formally declare war?
When did Congress last formally declare war?
World War II
How many times was Trump impeached during his presidency?
How many times was Trump impeached during his presidency?
Twice
What power allows the Supreme Court to declare laws unconstitutional?
What power allows the Supreme Court to declare laws unconstitutional?
Judicial review
What does bipartisanship refer to in US politics?
What does bipartisanship refer to in US politics?
Cooperation between two major parties
How many years of divided government occurred between 1969 and 2021?
How many years of divided government occurred between 1969 and 2021?
36 years
How long did the 2019 government shutdown last under Trump's presidency?
How long did the 2019 government shutdown last under Trump's presidency?
35 days