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3 Branches of Gov't
Executive, Judicial, Legislative
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Executive | Makes sure the laws are obeyed |
| Executive | President heads the armed forces |
| Executive | National-president lives in the White House |
| Executive | State--governor lives in Indianapolis |
| Executive | Local-mayor lives in Plymouth |
| Legislative | Writes the laws |
| Legislative | Congress-made up of House of Representatives and Senate |
| Legislative | Congress works in the Capitol Building |
| Legislative | Both Senate and House of Representatives must agree to pass a law |
| Judicial | Judges--Supreme Court |
| Judicial | Decides if laws are fair and follow the Constitution |
| Judicial | Most powerful court |
| Judicial | Supreme Court has 9 justices (judges) |