The Branches of Gov't
What are the 3 branches of government?
Executive, Legislative, & Judicial
What kind of government do we have? Hint: It starts with a "D".
Democracy
What are the 3 levels of Government?
Local, State & Federal
Where does Congress meet?
The Capitol Building
What is a volunteer?
Someone that does something to help others without being paid
Who leads the Federal Executive Branch?
The President
What do taxes pay for?
Town, state and federal services. ie libraries, schools, police, fire department, water, trash pickup, homeless shelter...
What is one responsibility of the local government?
Answers may vary
What is a caucus?
A meeting in which people talk about their choices for president and then vote for the person they like best.
True or False: A citizen can write a bill.
False
What does the legislative branch do?
Creates and passes laws
Who is the governor of NH & where does he/she work?
Kelly Ayotte- at the State House in Concord, NH
What is one responsibility of the State Government?
Answers may vary
What is a bill?
A written idea for a law.
How many times can a person vote in one election?
one
Who can Veto a bill?
The president
The House of Representatives has "equal representation." What does this mean?
The number of state representatives should be based on each state's population
Which of the following is NOT one of the responsibilities of the Governor?
A) To make speeches
B) To approve of veto bills
C) To appoint judges
D) To write bills
To write bills
What does Veto mean?
To reject a bill
What can a citizen do if they have a suggestion for a bill?
Call, email, write a letter, or meet with the representative from their county.
What does the judicial branch do?
settles arguments over meanings of laws, decides if a person is guilty of a crime.
Where does our government get it's power?
From the people
How does a bill become a law?
A bill is first drafted and presented at the house or senate. People are able to explain the bill and answer questions. The members of the house or senate vote on the bill. It is sent to the other part of Congress. They discuss and vote on it. Next, the Governor or President may veto the bill or approve it.
What document tell the rules and ideas for how our government would run?
The Constitution
What are two ways a person can be a good citizen?
vote, volunteer, bring ideas to a representative, join committees