Branches 1
What are the three branches of government?
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
What is one responsibility of the executive branch?
Veto laws
Enforce laws
Sign bills into laws
Commander and Chief
What country do we live in?
United States of America
What is the Constitution?
The written plan for our government.
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
Declared the colonies a free nation
Who makes up the judicial branch?
Supreme Court and the Justices
What is one responsibility of the judicial branch?
Declare laws unconstitutional
Interpret laws
Hold cases
What state do we live in?
Pennsylvania
What is the Bill of Rights?
The first ten amendments to the Constitution
Who wrote this document?
Thomas Jefferson
Who makes up the legislative branch?
Congress: House of Representatives and Senate
What is one responsibility of the legislative branch?
Create bills
Vote on bills/laws
Override veto
Who is the current president of the United States?
Joe Biden
What is an amendment?
A change to something
Who was sent the document?
King George the III
Who makes up the executive branch?
The president, vice-president and the cabinet
How many senators are there?
100: 2 from each state!
How often do we elect a new president?
What is the third amendment?
Soldiers can not be forced to reside in your home.
What day did the colonists sign and vote on a Declaration of Independence?
July 2, 1776
Which branch has the most power?
None! They are equal because of checks and balances?
How many representatives are there in the house?
435
Why are rules and laws important?
Rules/laws protect us and ensure citizens’ rights
How is the Constitution a living document?
It can be amended (or changed) to be always relevant!
What are the 5 parts of the Declaration of Independence?
Introduction
Preamble
Plan for Government
27 grievances for the King
Conclusion