Branches of Government
What are the three branches of government?
Legislative, judicial, executive
The ______ is made up of 9 judges who interpret the Constitution.
Supreme Court
Protects your rights to bear arms
Right to public and speedy trial.
6th
How many seats are in the Senate?
100
Which branch interprets the law?
Judicial
What keeps the all the branches of government from having too much power?
Separation of powers
Prohibits punishment without legal procedures. (I plead the _____)
5th
Prohibits cruel and unusual punishment.
8th
How do we appoint Senate seats?
2 per state
Which branch makes the laws?
Legislative
How many years does the President serve? (In one term)
4 years
Assures recognition of rights that people may have that are not listed in the Constitution.
9th
Right to trial by jury.
7th
How do we appoint House of Representative seats?
based on states' population
Which branch enforces the law?
Executive
How many terms can the President serve?
2
Freedom of press, religion, assembly, speech, and petition
1st
Freedom of arrest without a warrant.
4th
Separation of powers is also known as
Check and balances
Which branch can say something is unconstitutional?
Judicial
How many seats are in the House of Representatives
435
3rd
Provides that the powers are given to the states.
10th
Who is our current President?
President Biden