Branches of
Government 1
Government 1
What do we call the idea that the power to govern comes from the people?
Popular sovereignty
What are the three branches of American government?
Legislative, Executive, and Judicial
What do we call the President when they are head of the military?
Commander-in-Chief
How old do you have to be to become president?
35yrs old
This group has a lifetime term limit with good behavior.
The Supreme Court
Which branch enforces the laws?
Executive Branch
Who leads the Executive Branch?
The President
What amendment to the constitution limits the President to 2 terms in office?
22 Amendment
Primary function of the Judicial Branch
Interpret/Review the laws
Congress is made up of the House of Representatives and the _________
Senate
What is the highest court in the United States?
Supreme Court
Which branch creates or writes the laws?
Legislative branch
# of Members of the house of representatives
435
To dimiss an elected official from their position due to wrongdoings.
What is impeachment?
The president can veto a bill passed by Congress.
Congress can refuse to approve a Supreme Court justice.
The Supreme Court can strike down an executive order.
This is an example of ?
Checks and Balances
To reject a law made by Congress
Veto
Which branch of government coins money and authorizes spending
Legislative Branch
# of Senators per state
2
What are the qualifications to serve in the U.S. Senate?
30 years of age, 9 years a citizen, must live in the state that you want to represent
This document is the foundation of our government
The Constitution
What do we call the system where power is shared between the national, state, and local governments?
Federalism
How does one become a Supreme Court Justice?
They are nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate.
The United States has a government where the power is in the hands of the people, for example they get to vote.
Democracy
The idea of dividing authority into 3 different areas of government.
Separation of Powers
The Secretary of State, Secretary of Defense, and Attorney General are included in this series of departments within the Executive Branch of Government.
The US Cabinet