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Constitution Vocab.
Lesson 2 - Social Studies
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| separation of powers | created to keep any one branch from controlling the government. |
| legislative branch | lawmaking branch |
| executive branch | enforces the laws |
| electoral college | people chosen by the citizens to vote for the President. |
| veto | power of the President to reject bills passed by Congress. |
| impeach | accuse the President of crimes. |
| judicial branch | interprets the laws and ensures they are fair. |
| justices | judges |
| rule of law | the government must apply the laws equally to every person. |
| amendments | changes to the Constitution |