Constitution Homework

Answer the following questions:

• What is the Constitution?
• What are the roles and functions of the tree branches of government?
• How do separation of powers and checks and balances affect the US government?
• What are the rights, liberties and responsibilities of US citizens?
• How is the Constitution a living document?
• Identify the general responsibilities of law makers.
• Compare the specific responsibilities of and requirements for members of Congress.
• Distinguish between delegated and implied powers of Congress.
• Describe how a bill becomes law.
• Identify the qualifications of the Presidency.
• Identify the roles and responsibilities of the President.
• Describe the organization of the executive branch of government.
• Explain the role of the Supreme Court.
• Describe the functions of our federal court system.
• Identify the Justices of the Supreme Court, the year they were appointed and by what President.