Branches of
Government 1
Government 1
Who makes up the Legislative branch?
the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Who makes up the Executive Branch
The President, The Vice President and The Cabinet.
Who makes up the Judicial Branch?
the U.S. Supreme Court and the Federal Judicial Center.
What does the Executive Branch do?
The President is responsible for implementing and enforcing the laws written by Congress.
Defendant vs Plaintiff
The one being sued vs. the person doing the suing.
True of False- There are 50 senates. 2 for each state.
True.
Who is the head of the courts?
The judge
What is the Jury? How many people are on the Jury?
A group of citizens on jury duty.
12 people are on the Jury
The vice president can step in for ________.
The President
Jurors cannot decide on a decision.
What does the Legislative Branch do?
The Legislative Branch makes all laws, declares war, regulates interstate and foreign commerce and controls taxing and spending policies.
Where can you find the President?
Washington, D.C - the White House
True or False- The Supreme Court is the lowest level of courts.
False. Highest level
Name at least two types of parties.
Most popular- Republican and Democrat
Mistrial
The case was retried again and the jurors were still unable to reach a verdict.
What are at least 2 requirements you need to run for president?
Natural Born citizen
at least 35 years of age
Lived in the USA for at least 14 years
What does the Judicial Branch do?
They interpret and follow the constitution. Is it constitutional or not?
What are the possible verdicts?
Guilty or Non Guilty.
Veto
The power of another department or branch to forbid action of another department
Give an example of a district court.
Examples will vary. Any local courts nearby.
The Legislative Branch can... the President?
Override a veto with 2/3 majority.
Checks and Balances
Each branch is given power to check on the other two branches.