Branches of
Government 1
Government 1
Who makes up the Legislative branch?
The House of Representatives and the Senate.
What are the three branches of government in the United States?
Legislative, Executive, and Judicial
How old does the president have to be?
at least 35
How long is a term for a senator?
6 years
How long does a supreme court justice serve?
life
How many individuals are in the House of Representatives and how is this number determined?
435; chosen based on the population/size of the state.
Who makes up the Executive Branch?
The President, The Vice President, The Cabinet, and the Executive Office. (Have to have said 2 of those two get it correct)
At least 30
How long is a term for a house of representaitve?
2 years
U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C.
Where is the headquarters of our national government?
Washington, D.C.
Which branch makes the laws?
Legislative branch
How old does a house of representative need to be?
at least 25
What is above the Supreme Court?
NOTHING
Who appoints Supreme Court judges?
The President
How many individuals are in the Senate and how is this number determined?
100; two are elected from each state.
Which branch interprets and makes decisions about laws?
Judicial Branch
Who has to be a natural born citizen?
President
Who takes over if the president cannot do his job?
Vice President
How many total Supreme Court justice are there, and why?
There are nine justices; this is so there is never a tie vote
What is the term used for the arrangement by which the three branches work together so that no branch becomes too powerful?
Checks and Balances
Which branch enforces the laws?
Executive Branch.
Who must live in the state which they are elected?
House of reps and Senate
How many senators does each state have?
2
What is the name of the highest supreme court justice?
Chief Justice