Legislative Branch
Make laws
What is the main job of the executive branch?
To enforce laws
Interpret or rule on laws.
The president vetoes a bill. Which branch of government does this check?
Legislative
State representation
What are the two parts of the legislative branch?
House of Representatives and Senate
Who is in charge of the executive branch?
The president
How many people serve on the Supreme Court?
9 justices
The legislative branch impeaches a judge.Which branch does this check?
Judicial
Impeach
How many people serve in the House of Representatives?
435
How many terms is a president allowed to serve for?
2 terms
How long do Supreme Court justices serve for?
For life
The judicial branch rules an executive order unconstitutional. Which branch does this check?
Executive
Treaties made by the president have to be ratified by Congress. What does it mean to ratify something?
To pass or approve
How many people serve in the Senate?
100
The president has the power to veto a law. What does it mean to veto a law?
Veto means to say no, or vote no to a possible law.
The Supreme Court can rule laws unconstitutional. What does unconstitutional mean?
The legislative branch impeaches the president. Which branch does this check?
Executive
What is the name of the idea of sharing power between the state and national government?
Federalism
How is representation in the House of Representatives determined?
By state population
What are the three requirements for becoming president?
Must be 35 years or older
Natural born citizen
Residing in the United States for 14 consecutive years
Is the judicial branch able to change, or amend old laws?
Yes! Called an amendment
The judicial branch rules a law unconstitutional. Which branch does this check?
Legislative
What year was the Constitution passed?
1787