Federal Government
Executive, Legislative, Judicial
What is the main job of the executive branch?
Enforcing laws
What is the main job of the legislative branch?
They interpret laws.
Define and clarify laws
Why did the government create checks and balances?
So no one branch would become too powerful.
How would you summarize the purpose of the separation of powers of our government?
They prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.
Who helps the President make important decisions?
Cabinet members
How many seats are in the House of Representatives?
435 seats
Supreme Court
What was the 19th Amendment?
This gave women the right to vote.
How can you show the concept of a representative democracy to decide on a school club fundraiser?
How would you demonstrate that the President is the head of the executive branch?
How many seats are in the Senate?
How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
When was the 19th Amendment approved?
1920
What year did the Revolutionary War end?
1783
Who is the Commander of the Armed Forces?
The President
How are the number of seats determined in the House?
By the population of the state: a larger population equals more House members.
What is a job of the Judicial Branch?
A) To create new laws.
B) To define laws.
C) To punish people who break laws.
D) B and C
D) B and C
If the President vetoes a bill, that is showing the Executive Branch having a check and balance over what branch?
The Legislative Branch
What document outlines the structures of our new government?
The Constitution
How old does a person have to be to hold the role of President?
At least 35 years old
How are the number of seats determined in the Senate?
By state: each state is allowed two members.
How long does a justice serve on the Supreme Court?
For life or retirement
The Executive Branch