Federal Government Vocab

Front

System where state, local, and national governments are separate.

Back

Federalism

Front

Where laws are created; includes the House and Senate.

Back

Legislative Branch

Front

Lawmaking body with two chambers.

Back

Bicameral

Front

People in this part of government must be reelected every 2 years.

Back

House of Representatives

Front

Two from each state in the legislative branch.

Back

Senators

Front

Process of removing someone from power.

Back

Impeachment

Front

Congress determines government actions through control of funds.

Back

Power of the Purse

Front

This branch enforces the law and includes the President's office.

Back

Executive Branch

Front

In charge of the Executive Branch; must be a USA citizen.

Back

President

Front

Check on legislative power by executive leader.

Back

Veto