Civics: U.S. Government Principles Flashcards

What is the minimum age requirement to serve as President of the United States?

Answer: 35 years old

Article II of the Constitution requires the President to be at least 35 years old, a natural-born citizen, and a resident for 14 years.

What happens when the President vetoes a bill?

Answer: The bill is returned to Congress, which may override the veto

Congress can override a presidential veto if two-thirds of both the House and Senate vote to do so.

Which of the following freedoms is protected by the Fourth Amendment?

Answer: Protection from unreasonable searches and seizures

The Fourth Amendment protects citizens from government searches of their persons, homes, and belongings without a warrant.

What is the term length for a U.S. Senator?

Answer: 6 years

U.S. Senators serve six-year terms, with roughly one-third of Senate seats up for election every two years.

Which principle is reflected when Congress passes a law, the President signs it, and the Supreme Court later reviews it?

Answer: Separation of powers with checks and balances

This sequence demonstrates how each branch exercises its distinct function while also monitoring and limiting the others.

The 'elastic clause' (Necessary and Proper Clause) gives Congress the power to do which of the following?

Answer: Make laws needed to carry out its listed powers

The Elastic Clause allows Congress to make laws that are 'necessary and proper' for executing its enumerated powers.

Which of the following scenarios is an example of 'due process of law'?

Answer: A person accused of a crime being given a fair trial before punishment

Due process requires the government to follow fair legal procedures before depriving someone of life, liberty, or property.