Column 1
Name the branch of the Government that creates laws
Legislative Branch
What does the Executive branch do?
Makes sure people obey/follow the laws
What does the Judicial branch do?
Makes sure the laws follow the Constitution
Who is the leader of the Judicial branch?
9 Justices
Who is the leader of the Legislative branch?
Senate and House of Representatives
What is the group of senate and house of reps called?
Congress
Reject/say "no" to
What building does the congress work in?
Capitol
What building do the justices work in?
Supreme Court
What do the 50 stars on our flag represent?
50 states
Bald eagle, flag, etc.
What is the purpose of the 13 stripes on our flag?
13 original colonies
What do the "representatives" do?
Speak for the people in their state.
Name the 3 levels of Government
Local, State, National
Which government provides services like voting rights and state highways?
State
What is the Cabinet?
Advisors/helpers of the President
What are "checks and balances"?
Name the leaders of the 3 levels of Government
Mayor, Governor, President
Name a landmark that is NOT the Statue of Liberty
Golden Gate Bridge, Grand Canyon, Hollywood sign, Yosemite, Hoover Dam, Mt. Rushmore,
What is a "Bill"?
A new law before it becomes a law
What is the "Bill of Rights"?
First 10 amendments/changes to the Constitution
Why does the Government collect taxes from the citizens?
to pay for public services
How do we make an amendment?
Congress votes, then get approved by the states.
Other than being the leader of the country, the President is also the leader of what?
What event in history led to creating the government?