Legislative Branch
100: What is the main job of the legislative branch?
To make laws.
Who is the leader of the executive branch at the national level?
The President.
What is the highest court in the United States?
The Supreme Court of the United States.
What does it mean to respect the rights of others?
Treating others how you want to be treated.
What is a representative democracy?
A system where citizens elect representatives to make decisions for them.
What is the name of the national legislative body? It is made up of 2 parts.
Congress
What is one responsibility of the governor?
To enforce state laws.
What does the judicial branch do?
Determines if laws are fair.
Why is it important to promote the common good?
To ensure everyone has what they need to live well.
Why do we have three branches of government?
To ensure a balance of power.
How many chambers are in Congress and what are they?
2, House of Representatives and Senate
What does the executive branch do?
Enforces the laws.
Who decides if a law is constitutional?
The Supreme Court.
What does it mean to obey laws voluntarily?
Choosing to follow the laws because they are fair.
What is one central democratic belief?
That everyone has a right to have a say in government.
How many representatives does each state get in the Senate? How many total representatives in the US?
2 per state, 100 total
Name one way the president can influence laws.
By signing or vetoing bills.
What is the main job of the Supreme Court of Georgia?
To interpret state laws and the state constitution.
How can citizens participate in civic life?
By voting, volunteering, and communicating with public officials.
What is the role of citizens in a democracy?
To participate and help make decisions.
Who can propose a new law?
Any member of Congress or the Georgia General Assembly.
What is the role of the Vice President?
To assist the President and preside over the Senate.
How many justices are on the Supreme Court of the United States?
Nine
What is one reason staying informed about government is important?
It helps citizens make good decisions when voting.
How does voting help democracy?
It allows citizens to choose their leaders and influence laws.