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 all NC state elected leaders have in common
they help run the state
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 were the 10 amendments called that were approved by Congress at the Constitutional Convention?
Bill of Rights
what happens after the General Assembly passes a bill
it is sent to the governor
Congress is made up of the House of Representatives and the _________
Senate
how are the governor and legislators different
legislators make laws the governor signs the bill
Which branch creates or writes the laws?
Legislative branch
which leader helps represent north carolina
the governor
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
how are the nc state leaders chosen
by elections
This document is the foundation of our government
The Constitution
what is the main job of the governor
the carry out and enforce state laws
what does it mean to veto bill
to say no to it
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
what group makes laws in north carolina
the lieutenant governor