Legislative Legends
What is the main job of the Legislative Branch?
To Make Laws
Who is the leader of the Executive Branch?
The President.
What is the highest court in the United States?
The Supreme Court
Who can veto a bill?
The President (Executive Branch)
A new rule says “No recess on Mondays.” Which branch could make that law?
The Legislative Branch (Congress).
What are the two parts of Congress called?
The Senate and the House of Representatives.
What can the President do to a bill besides sign it?
Veto it.
How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
9 justices.
Who can override a presidential veto?
Congress (Legislative Branch) with a 2/3 vote.
A student says the new rule is unfair. Which branch decides if the rule is allowed?
The Judicial Branch (Supreme Court).
How many senators does each state have?
2 Senators per state.
What group helps the President make decisions?
The Cabinet.
What is the main job of the Judicial Branch?
To interpret laws.
Who approves Supreme Court justice appointments?
The Senate (Legislative Branch).
The President refuses to sign the “No Homework” bill. What is this action called?
A veto.
Representation in the House of Representatives is based on what?
State population.
What does it mean to “enforce” laws?
To make sure people follow the laws.
What does “constitutional” mean?
Follows the Constitution.
Who appoints (chooses) Supreme Court justices?
The President (Executive Branch)
Congress disagrees with the President’s veto. What must they do to override it?
Get a 2/3 majority vote from both chambers - the senate and House of Representatives.
Bonus -- the Supreme Court can automatically override it if they decide it is unconstitutional
Put these steps in order: Committee, Idea, President, Vote
Idea → Committee → Vote → President.
Name two powers the President has.
Sign or veto laws
Lead the military
Appoint judges
Work with Cabinet
Make treaties
What is the Supreme Court’s power to strike down laws called?
Judicial review.
Who can declare a law unconstitutional?
The Supreme Court (Judicial Branch).
A new law says “Kids cannot wear jackets in winter.” What could the Supreme Court do?
Strike it down / Declare it unconstitutional.