Branches of
Government 1
Government 1
Who makes up the Legislative branch?
the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Who is in charge of the Executive Branch
The President
Who makes up the Judicial Branch?
the courts
Which amendment protects your right to freedom of speech?
1st
The powers of Congress not written in the Constitution are called
implied powers
How long is a term in the House of Representatives?
2 years
What does the Executive Branch do?
Enforce the laws
Court has a judge and jury?
US District Court
What does the Judicial Branch do?
Interpret laws
How many times can you be President?
2
How many members are in the Senate?
The Senate is composed of 100 Senators, 2 for each state.
Which branch can declare war?
Legislative Branch
highest court in the land
Supreme Court
How many members are in the House of Representatives?
435
What are the President's advisors called?
Cabinet
What does the Legislative Branch do?
The Legislative Branch makes all laws
Command-in-Chief
What Supreme Court Case established Judicial Review?
Marbury v Madison
How many states need to ratify an amendment under the Articles of Confederation?
13
What is the only job of the Vice President in their role in the Senate?
Break a tie
Where must all tax bills begin?
House of Representatives
What is the President's right to reject a law called?
Veto
How many Supreme Court Justices are there?
9
Delegated or Expressed Powers belong to who?
Federal Gov't
What is the President's yearly address to Congress and the nation called?
State of the Union