Legislative Branch
What is another name for the Legislative Branch on the federal level?
U.S Congress
What is the role of the Judicial Branch?
To interpret the laws of the nation
Who is in charge in the Executive Branch?
The President
What is the name of the Virginia Legislative Branch?
General Assembly
What freedoms are given to us in the first amendment?
Which article gives the Legislative Branch its powers?
Article 1
What court do you go to for misdemeanors?
U.S District Court
What is the role of the Executive Branch?
To enforce the laws of the nation
What is the main funding source for local governments?
Property taxes
What does the Freedom of Religion mean?
Government cannot create an official religion
Government cannot favor one religion over another
People are free to practice (or not practice) religion
How much senators represent each state?
2
What is Jurisdiction?
The power to oversee or rule on a case
What article expresses the powers of the executive branch?
Article 2
In the city, who holds legislative powers?
City council
What are powers given to the Federal Government called?
Enumerated Powers or listed powers
What is the Legislative Branch's job?
What case gave the Judicial Branch the power of Judicial Review?
Marbury v. Madison
When a bill is sent to the president, what choices does the President have?
Veto the bill or sign it into law
In the Counties, who enacts ordinances?
Board of supervisors
What are powers called that are NOT given to the Federal government?
Reserved Powers
Which two houses make up the Legislative Branch?
The House of Representatives and The Senate
What are the two checks that the judicial Branch has on the other two branches?
The power to declare executive actions unconstitutional, and The power to strike down laws that go against the constitution.
What role does the President play when they propose legislation to Congress?
Chief Legislator
Town council
What powers to the state and federal governments share?
Taxation, making laws, building roads.