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3 Branches of Gov't
Words we need to know for our "Branches of Gov't" Unit
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| appointed | assigned a job or role |
| citizen | a legal resident of a country or state |
| Constitution | the basic written set of guidelines for our country |
| elected | to choose by voting |
| Executive Branch | made of the President, Vice President, and the Cabinet |
| Judicial Branch | made of the Supreme Court and Lower Courts |
| law | a system of rules that maintains order |
| Legislative Branch | Made of Congress* |
| represent | to do something on behalf of another person |
| veto | to reject a decision |