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How many branches are in the government?
Three Branches
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The articles of confederation are...
A loose union of states with equal powers. Also the first state of government for the U.S.
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What is a veto?
When the president refuses to sign a bill.
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what does the deparment of defense do?
handle our nations defense
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Who painted the dome in the capitol? Constantino Brumidi, or Robert Divince
Constantino Brumidi
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How does the government keep the branches equal in power?
One way to limit the powers is by seperation of powers.
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They created a loose union and a...
weak government
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What does the president's cabinent do?
Inform the president
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what does the department of justice do?
They enforce our laws
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Who is the head of the executive branch?
The president
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What is the Bill of Rights?
The Bill of Rights is a list of the rights of citizens.
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Someone whom you trust to represent your interests....
A Delagate
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What does the Department of State do?
Handle relations with other countries.
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How many Supreme Court justices are there?
9
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What is the Judicial branch?
A system of courts
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What are the names of the three branches in the government?
Judial,Legislaive,Executive.
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What were the two main problems the founders faced when they wrote the constitution?
The people feared a strong national government, and people feared to some states would have more power than others.
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What dose the Department of the Treasury do?
handle the money of the federal goverment.
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What is the role of the Supreme Court?
determine what a law means
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How many senators and representatives are in congress?
535
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What is the second amendment?
Right to bear arms
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What has to happen for a veto to be overruled?
Two thirds of congress have to agree to the bill.
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Can the president do anything with his leadership without the approvel of the congress?
No
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What is represented by the woman wearing the blindfold?
impartiality
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What is the name of the statue on top of the capitol dome?
Freedom