Branches of Gov
Name ALL of the branches of government.
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
Every Bill starts as _______
an idea
First 10 Amendments which guarantee our rights
What is Federalism?
The sharing of powers between state and federal government
What does the Executive Branch do?
Enforces Laws. Also signs/vetoes laws, negotiates treaties, nominates judges, and is commander of military
What happens after the Bill reaches the committee?
It is sent to a subcommittee where they research it. They report their findings to the committee.
Which group advocated for including the Bill of Rights in the constitution?
Anti-Federalists
What are concurrent powers?
Powers are given to both state and federal government
What does the legislative branch do?
Make laws. Also ratifies treaties, declares war, approves budgets, confirms presidential appointments, can impeach
What happens if the president vetoes a bill?
It dies or can be overruled by a 2/3 vote in congress
Which Amendment protects freedom of Speech
1st Amendment
What are delegated powers?
Powers given to the federal government
What does Judicial Branch do?
Interprets laws, can declare laws unconstitutional
What is the final step for a bill before it can be seen by the president?
Pass both houses of Congress (house and senate)
Which Amendment protects from unnecessary searches/seizures?
4th Amendment
What are reserved powers?
Powers given to the states
What is the process that allows branches to limit each other's power to ensure that one does not become too powerful?
Checks and Balances
Why is the law-making process so complicated?
So that only the worthy bills can becomes laws
Which Amendment protects from cruel/unusual punishment?
8th Amendment
Declaring war and maintaining the military are examples of what kind of power?
Delegated/Federal Powers