c963 American Politics and the US Constitution - Set 2 - Part 3

Correct Answer: Separation of powers

Federalism divides power between national and state governments, with each level having certain independent authorities.

Correct Answer: Self-incrimination

The 3rd Amendment prohibits the forced quartering of soldiers in private residences during peacetime.

Correct Answer: The Declaration of Independence

The Articles of Confederation were the first governing document of the U.S., later replaced by the Constitution due to weaknesses.

Correct Answer: Allowed popular vote for President

The 12th Amendment introduced separate electoral votes for President and Vice President to prevent ties and conflicting party issues.

Correct Answer: 24th Amendment

The 26th Amendment, ratified in 1971, lowered the voting age from 21 to 18 in response to the argument that those eligible for military service should also have voting rights.

Correct Answer: Voting rights

Roe v. Wade (1973) legalized abortion nationwide, ruling that it was a protected privacy right under the 14th Amendment.

Correct Answer: Having two branches of government

The term "bicameral" describes Congress, which has two chambers: the House of Representatives and the Senate.

Correct Answer: 5th Amendment

The 5th Amendment protects against double jeopardy, ensuring that an individual cannot be tried twice for the same offense.

Correct Answer: States that treaties take precedence over all other laws

The supremacy clause in Article VI of the Constitution asserts that federal law takes precedence over state laws.

Correct Answer: Cruel and unusual punishment

The 8th Amendment prohibits cruel and unusual punishment, protecting individuals from excessive or inhumane treatment by the state.