Vocab
The official power to say no to something
Veto
Who is the head of the executive branch?
The president
How can the president check the power of Congress?
By vetoing a bill
What is the purpose of the legislative branch?
To create and pass laws
How long is a presidents term?
Four years
The amount of time a government worker can keep their job for.
Term
What are the two parts of Congress?
The House of Representatives and the Senate
How can the Supreme Court check the power of Congress?
By declaring a law unconstitutional
What is the purpose of the executive branch?
To enforce laws and make sure people follow them
How many terms can a president serve?
Two
What is the definition of the word bill?
A suggestion for a new law
How long is a term in the Senate?
Six years
How can Congress check the power of the president
By overriding a veto (a.k.a vetoing the veto)
What is the purpose of the judicial branch?
To review laws and decide if they're unconstitutional
Who confirms the justices nominated for the Supreme Court by the president?
The Senate
What is the definition of the word nominate?
To suggest someone for a job or position
How many justices are on the Supreme Court
9
How can the president check the power of the Supreme Court?
By nominating justices to the Supreme Court
The president
How many people make up the House of Representatives?
435
What is the definition of the word gerrymandering?
Drawing unfair districts to favor one group
Who is the group of people who give the president advice?
The cabinet
How can the Senate check the power of the Supreme Court?
By approving nominations for the Supreme Court
Who has the power to impeach the president AND what branch are they in?
Congress - Legislative Branch
When the Supreme Court declares a law unconstitutional, who can override their decision?
The Supreme Court