Chapter 3 Study Guide Know and understand these terms Preamble Articles Constitutionalism Rule of law Separation of powers Checks and balances Veto Judicial review Unconstitutional Federalism Amendment Formal amendment Bill of rights Informal amendment Executive agreement Treaty Electoral college Cabinet Senatorial courtesy Be able to answer these: They will be on test 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Group that makes formal selection of president Know and be able to explain the 6 basic principles of the constitution What are some of the 27 amendments What are the four methods of formal amendment How does the formal amendment process reflect federalism? Five of the ways the constitution has been changed other than formal amendment