Branches of Government
What are the 3 branches of Government?
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
Who is the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces?
The President
What two houses make up Congress?
Senate and House of Representatives
Who approves Presidential Appointments?
The Senate
All revenue and tax bills must start where?
House of Representatives
The process of dividing the powers of the federal government into branches is called what?
Who elects the President?
The Electoral College
How many Senators serve in the U.S. Senate?
100
How many Justices are on the Supreme Court?
9
What majority is needed for a bill to pass in the Senate and House?
A simple majority
Why is it important to have 'checks and balances' in our government?
To ensure one branch of government does not become too powerful.
What citizenship requirement must be met for a president?
What qualifications do Reps and Senators share?
They have to be citizens of the state they represent.
Who appoints Supreme Court Justices?
The President- they have to be approved by the Senate
How much of a vote is needed in Congress to override a vetoed bill?
2/3
What branch of government has the ability to declare war?
Congress
What is the correct order of Succession?
President
Vice President
Speaker of the House
What determines the number of Representatives a state has?
State population
What are the 3 courts of the Federal Court System?
Trial, appellate, and Supreme
Which branch makes the laws?
Legislative
What branch of government explains/defines the laws?
Judicial branch
When does the Vice President become the President?
If the President dies, steps down or is removed from office.
How many members are in the House of Representatives?
435
Who was the most recent Supreme Court appointee?
Ketanji Brown Jackson
What must states do regarding other state's laws?
Honor and respect them.