Social Studies Flashcards
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How many chambers does the Missouri General Assembly have?
Answer: Two
The Missouri General Assembly is bicameral, with a Senate and a House of Representatives.
What is the 'Missouri Plan'?
Answer: A merit-based way to choose certain judges
Adopted in 1940, the Missouri Nonpartisan Court Plan picks judges through a commission, the governor's appointment, and later retention votes.
When the President vetoes a bill passed by Congress, which principle is shown?
Answer: Checks and balances
A veto lets the executive branch check the legislative branch.
Which Supreme Court case set up the power of judicial review?
Answer: Marbury v. Madison
Marbury v. Madison (1803) set up the Court's power to strike down laws that go against the Constitution.
Sharing power between the national government and state governments is called what?
Answer: Federalism
Under federalism, power is divided between the national and state governments.
Which right is protected by the First Amendment?
Answer: Freedom of speech
The First Amendment protects speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.
Who is the head of the executive branch of Missouri's state government?
Answer: The Governor
The governor leads Missouri's executive branch and carries out state laws.