What is the main function of an appellate court?
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reviews cases
hears juries
hears witnesses
listens to the press
reviews cases
Who makes up the president’s cabinet?
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chiefs of staff
directors of agencies
secretaries of departments
senior military officials
secretaries of departments
Which power would give a president greater legislative power than the office currently has?
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power of a line-item veto
Ipower of executive privilege
power to call a special session
power to recommend legislation
power of a line-item veto
Which is an important purpose of having the president serve as the military’s commander-in-chief?
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civilian control of the military
fewer attacks by foreign powers
increased efficiency in the chain of command
more experienced leaders
civilian control of the military
The phrase, “the Elastic Clause,” comes from which powers of Congress?
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enumerated powers
implied powers
inherent powers
reserved powers
implied powers
Which vote of each house is required to override a presidential veto?
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majority vote
three-fifths
two-thirds
three-fourths