Government Systems
What is a democracy?
A government where people choose their leaders by voting.
Which branches enforces or executes the laws?
Executive
How many senators are there for each state?
2
Where does the Executive Branch work?
The White House
Who approves or vetos bills?
The President
This system is designed to prevent one person or group from having too much power.
Checks and Balances
Which branch makes sure laws follow the constitution?
Judicial
How many senetors are there total?
100
Where does Congress work?
The Capitol Building
Who can make treaties with other countries
The President
What are the three branches of government? You must get all three to earn the points
Executive, Judicial, Legislative
Which branches makes the laws?
Legislative
How many representatives are there for each state in the House of Representatives?
It depends on the population of each state.
Where does the Judicial Branch work?
The Supreme Court Building
Who work as the President's advisors?
The Cabinet
Why did the members of the consitutional convention decide to have a two house Congress? (What was their big arguement)
They decided to have a 2 house congress as a compromise so states could have both equal say (senate) and representation based on population (represenatives)
What Branch is the President the leader of?
Executive
How many representatives are there in total?
435
Where does the Legislative Branch work?
The Capital Building
Who can start the Impeachment Process?
The House of Representatives
What year was the Constitution written?
1787
What Branch contains the Supreme Court Justices?
Judicial
How many Supreme Court Justices are there?
9
Where does the president live?
The White House
Who is the leader of the Senate?
The Vice President