Legislative
How long is one term for the House of Representatives?
2 years
What court's decisions are final?
Supreme Court
How long is one Presidential term?
4 years
How can the president stop a bill from becoming a law?
The president can veto bills
What branch is the President a part of?
Executive Branch
How many members does the House of Representatives have?
435 Members
What are Supreme court judges called?
Justices
How many cabinet members are there?
15 members
How can congress override a presidential veto?
2/3 vote in the Senate and House of Representatives
What branch is the Senate a part of?
Legislative Branch
What is the leader of the House of Representatives called?
Speaker of the House
What court does District Court cases ascend to?
Court of Appeals
How many members does the Executive Branch have in total?
17 Total members
What is the purpose of having checks & balances?
So each branch can limit the other branches
What branch is the Cabinet a part of?
Executive Branch
Who is the president of the Senate?
Vice President
How long do Appellate Court judges serve?
Life Term
How long do cabinet members serve?
4 years
How is the President involved in selecting Supreme Court Judges?
The president nominates Supreme Court Judges
What branch is Congress a part of?
Legislative Branch
What does the Legislative Branch do to laws?
Make Laws
What does the Judicial Branch do to laws?
Evaluate Laws
What does the Executive Branch do to laws?
Enforce Laws
What branch has the most power?
None, they are all equal
What is Separation of Powers?
Divide the powers / Give each branch distinct responsibilities