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Democracy
Branches of Government
The Two Party System
Vocabulary
100

What ancient civilization is considered the birthplace of democracy?

Ancient Greece

100

Which branch of government is responsible for making federal laws? 

The Legislative Branch

100

Which two major political parties dominate America today?

Democratic and Republican Parties

100

What term describes the process where candidates try to win the support of voters in the lead up to an election?

Campaign

200

Which document, written in 1787, established the framework of democracy in the United States? 

The Constitution of the United States

200

Who is the head of the Executive Branch of the United States? 

The President of the United States

200

Which political party is generally considered more progressive and supports a larger government role in the economy?

The Democratic Party

200

What is the term for a formal discussion between political candidates where they share ideas on various topics?

Debate.
300

What term is used to describe a key aspect of democracy where no branch of the government holds all the power and each has some oversight over the others? 

Separation of Powers
300

What is the name of the highest court in the Judicial branch of the United States

The Supreme Court

300
Name the political party that typically emphasizes reduced government spending, lower taxes, and conservative social policies

The Republican party

300

What do we call a set of political goals that a party or candidate promises to work towards if elected?

Platform
400

What type of democracy does the United States have?

Representative Democracy

400

What power does the legislative branch have over the president to prevent abuse of power? 

Impeachment

400

Name a party that is not the Republican or Democratic Party

libertarian, green, constitutional
400

What term describes the plans and actions taken by government leaders to achieve specific goals?

Policy

500

Describe the difference between a direct democracy and a representative democracy

Answers will vary

500

Explain the concept of "Checks and Balances"

Answers will vary

500

Describe what it means to be an independent 

answers will vary. 

500

Define "representation" in the context of a democratic government.

Representation refers to elected officials acting on behalf of their constituents in the government, making decisions and passing laws that reflect the will and needs of the people they represent.