Three Branches of Government
What are the three branches of government?
Executive, Legislative, Judicial
How do you call a bill that is NOT approved?
VETO
What age must you be to vote in the U.S.?
18 years old.
Who is the leader of the United States?
The President
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington, D.C.
Which branch of government makes the bills?
Legislative Branch
What happens after a bill is introduced in Congress?
It is debated and voted on.
What do we call the day when people vote for the President?
Election Day
What is the Vice President’s main job?
To assist the President and take over if needed.
What are the color of the American Flag?
Red, white and blue
Who is in charge of the Executive Branch?
The President
What can the President do when a bill reaches their desk?
Sign it into law or veto it.
How often do presidential elections take place?
Every 4 years
What do we call the leader of a state government?
The Governor
What do the stars on the U.S. flag represent?
The 50 states.
What branch makes a bill into a law?
The Executive Branch
Can the congress override a President’s veto?
Yes
Can people from other countries vote in election day?
No, only Americans.
Who is the leader of a city or town?
The Mayor
What is the name of the place where the President lives?
The White House
What branch does the Supreme Court belong to?
Judicial Branch
True or False. Judges can also make a bill into a law.
False
What is the importance of voting in a democracy?
It allows citizens to have a voice in their government.
Who works at the Legislative Branch?
Congress
What is the highest court in the United States?
The Supreme Court