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Branches of Gov.

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Which document divides the government into 3 branches? Constitution
What are the three branches of government? Legislative, Executive, and Judicial
Who is in charge of the Executive branch of government? President
Which branch of government makes the laws? Legislative Branch
What two parts of Congress make up the Legislative Branch? The Senate & House of Representatives
Which branch interprets the laws and makes sure they are fair? Judicial Branch
Which branch of government enforces or carries out the laws? Executive Branch
How many judges, or justices, serve in the Supreme Court of the Judicial Branch? 9 Judges or Justices
What does a system of checks and balances do? Makes sure that no branch has too much power over the others
How many people make up the House of Representatives? 435 - Based on population of each state
How many people make up the Senate? 100 - 2 people from each state
What is a law? A rule that people must follow
If the President does not agree with a law, he can "say no" to the law and reject it. What is the term that means to reject a law? Veto
Where do the President, Vice President, and Cabinet members live and work? The White House
Which branch works out of the Capitol Building? Legislative Branch
Which branch works out of the Supreme Court? Judicial Branch
Who decides if a law is unconstitutional? Judges - Judicial Branch
Who can veto a bill? President
How long can a judge serve for? For life
How old must a person be to become President? 35
Who elects Judges? President
What is the highest court in the US? Supreme Court
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