Branches of Government
How many branches of government do we have?
3
Name one of the jobs that the President has
veto or approves laws, in charge of the armed forces, knows the codes for nuclear weapons
What is the capital of New York?
Albany
Which official is in charge of a city or town? Mayor, Governor, or President
Mayor
What document gives US citizens their rights?
The Bill of Rights
This branch makes the laws
Legislative
What do we call the Senate and House of Representatives together?
Congress
Who is the leader of the executive branch of the state?
Governor
Who is our current mayor?
Charles Patricelli
What amendment gave women the right to vote?
19th Amendment
This branch enforces the laws (like the president or governor)
Executive Branch
Who is the head of the executive branch of the country?
President
Who is New York's governor?
Kathy Hochul
What group of people works closely with and helps the mayor make decisions?
City Council
What are at least 2 requirements to be President?
At least 35 years old, American born citizen, lived in the US for at least 14 years.
This branch of government interprets and evaluates the laws (court system)
Judicial Branch
How many Senators does each state have?
2
What do we call money that is paid to the government for the services they provide?
Taxes
Name a service provided by the local government.
Schools, firefighters, police, library, roads, trash, snow removal, etc.
What year was the Constitution signed?
1787
Why do we have 3 branches of government?
To make sure that no one has too much power. To make sure that power is balanced between all the branches.
What is the highest court in the Judicial Branch?
Supreme Court
What type of licenses are issued by the state?
Name a traffic law you must follow?
Stop at a red light, follow the speed limit, wear a seatbelt, etc.
What is checks and balances?
To keep one branch from being more powerful than another, they are all equal in power