The Executive Branch
Who is the head of the Executive Branch?
The President.
What are the 2 Houses of Congress?
The Senate and the House Of Representatives.
How many Justices are there?
9
What document gives the specific powers to each branch of the government?
the Constitution
When the president veto's a bill what branch is he checking?
The Legislative Branch.
How old does a person have to be to run for President?
35
How many Senators are there?
100
Why are there 9 justices?
This is because for a vote there is an odd number of people so there is not another vote.
What article in the Constitution gives the Executive Branch its power?
Article 2
How is a law passed by Congress if the President has vetoed it?
By 2/3 vote in the Senate and a 2/3 vote in the House can override the veto.
How many years are in one term for a President?
4
How many Representatives are there?
435
What is the head of the court system?
The Supreme Court.
Who appoints judges?
President
Who can impeach the President?
Congress
What is the job of the executive branch?
To carry out laws.
For an Impeachment which house does the impeachment process start?
The House of Representatives.
In what article of the U.S. Constitution is the job of the Judicial branch written?
Article III (3)
What is the specific power of the Judicial Branch?
to interpret the laws
Who approves the appointments of the President?
Senate
How many days can a President deploy troops without the Congress' approval?
60
How many people are in total in Congress?
535
Was there Justices in the Articles Of Confederation?
No
What is the point of separation of powers?
to avoid any one branch from having absolute control
Who declares a law unconstitutional?
Supreme Court