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Government

Branches of Government

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Why did the U.S. need a new government? We needed a strong national governemnt since we were no longer under English rule.
What did the Constitution do? It was a set of written laws that outlined how our new government would be set up.
What protects the important rights of Americans? The Bill of Rights
What is the purpose of government? The purpose is to protect the protect citizens and take care of our cities and towns.
The capital of SC was moved from Charleston to where? Columbia
How are our leaders chosen? They are elected by registered voters.
This branch of government makes the laws. Legislative Branch
This branch of government carries out the laws. Executive
This branch of government decides what the laws mean and chooses punishment for those who break the law. Judicial
Which group is head of the Executive Branch in SC? Governor
Which person is head of the legislative branch in SC? Senate and House of Representatives
Who is our governor? Governor McMaster
Which group makes up the Judicial Branch in SC? Supreme Court
True or False. One branch of government has more power than the others. False
True or False. A mayor is the leader of a city or town. True
Who is Columbia's mayor? Mayor Benjamin
Created by: arah cline
 

 



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