Government

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What are the 3 brances of our government?

Executive, Legislative, Judicial

What branch makes the laws?

Legislative

This branch of our government enforces laws.

Executive

What are the two parts of Congress?

Senate & House of Representatives

How many senators are there?

100

Who is elected by eligible US citizens who vote & by the Elect College system?

The President

Officials elected by the voters in their states.

senators & representatives

Studies laws to see if they are correct according to the Constitution

Supreme Court

Where do the major branches of our federal government meet & work?

Washington, DC

Who is the leader of the Executive Branch of our government?

The President

Official member of a country

citizen

A type of government in which leaders are elected

republic

The way of life followed by a group of people

culture

A document that sets forth the plan for US government

constitution

A change to the Constitution which is passed by Congress

Amendment

To make decisions for others

represent

A group of citizens who make decisions in a court of law

Jury

A person who comes to live in a new land

Immigrant

The rules or laws of a country and the people

government

A booklet that gives a person permission to travel to other countries

passport

A form of government in which every citizen has a right to take part

democracy

The money the government collects to pay for the services it offers

taxes