Legislative Branch
What is the Legislative Branch main job?
Make Laws for the nation.
What is the main role of the Executive Branch?
Enforce, enact, or execute the laws of the nation
What article establishes the Judicial Branch?
Article 3
How long are Governs terms?
4 year terms
What is a citizen?
An individual with certain rights, by birth or naturalization.
What article defines the Legislative Bracnh?
Article 1 of the U.S. Constitution.
Who is head of the Executive branch?
The President
What is the main role of the Judicial Branch?
Interpret the laws of the Nation
What are the levels of court in Virginia?
General District Court, Juvenile and Domestic District Courts, Circuit Court, Court of Appeals, and Supreme Court.
What are Civic Duties?
Things you must do or you face legal consequences.
How does Congress check the president?
Overriding Presidential vetoes, impeaching and convicting the president, Approving budget, and approving presidential appointments.
What Article defines the Executive Branch?
Article 2 of the U.S. Constitution.
What is Original Jurisdiction?
The power to oversee or rule on a case
What is the highest court in Virginia?
Virginia Supreme Court
What are the steps to become a citizen through Naturalization?
Move to the US legally and live there for 3-5 years, Apply for Naturalization, Take and pass the naturalization citizenship test, Take the Oath of Allegiance.
What are the roles of lobbyist?
Lobbyists work to influence lawmakers.
Who does the president appoint?
Cabinet officers, Ambassadors, Federal Judges
What are the 3 courts?
U.S. District Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, and U.S. Supreme Court
Where does power come from?
Power comes from the states created by General Assembly
What are the traits of a good citizen?
Where does the structure of Bi-Cameral Legislature come from?
The Great Compromise
Who oversees federal departments, agencies, and regulatory commissions?
The President
What is Civil Rights?
Allows the Court to strike down unfair or biased laws.
What are the units of Local government?
City, County, and Town
How have immigration policies overtime influenced our society.
Influenced various labor markets and increased cultural diversity.