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How many branches of government does Missouri have?
Three
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Which group makes up this branch?
Congress
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Who is the chief executive of this branch?
President
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What is the highest group that makes up this branch and how many members are in it?
Supreme Court. Nine Justices.
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Which document describes how Missouri is to set up the government?
Missouri Constitution
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Who is the chief executive of Missouri's government?
Governor
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What is the main job of this branch?
Make laws
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What role does this branch have in law making?
Suggest ideas for laws and pass or veto laws.
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How long can the Justices serve?
Until they die or retire.
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Which document describes how to set up the federal government?
Constitution
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How decides if Missouri laws are fair and constitutional?
Missouri's Supreme Court
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What two groups make up this branch?
Senate and House of Representatives
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Name two jobs or responsibilities of this branch?
Approve or veto laws, lead the military, meet with foreign leaders, give suggestions for laws, and appoint cabinet members and justices.
300
How can this branch check the powers of the other branches?
Can determine the laws unconstitutional and stop them.
300
Which document protects our freedom of religion in the United States?
Bill of Rights
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Who can veto a state bill?
Governor
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Name another job for this group that is not about laws.
Can declare war, approve presidents appointments, and approve budget.
400
How many senators and representatives are there?
100 senators and 435 representatives
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Why would a president want to be able to pick justices?
So hopefully the justices would agree with the president and not rule against him.
400
Which amendment give us the right to bear arms?
Second amendment
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Who makes the laws for Missouri? Not the branch.
General Assembly
500
How can this branch check the powers of the president?
Override his veto. Not approve his nominees.
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How does a person get to become a senator or representatives?
Majority of the People of their state (district)votes for them.
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Which document does the Supreme Court need to study and refer to when ruling on cases?
Constitution and Bill of Rights