EL US Constitution Flashcard

Front

Branch of Government that enforces laws and includes the President

Back

Executive

Front

Branch of government that interprets laws (decides if they are constitutional) including the Supreme Court.

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Judicial Branch

Front

Branch that makes laws and includes Congress

Back

Legislative Branch

Front

The two parts of Congress (created in the Great Compromise) are known as:

Back

The Senate and the House of Representatives

Front

What are the 3 branches of government?

Back

Legislative, Executive, Judicial

Front

How many years is a member of the House of Representatives term?

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2 years

Front

How many years is Senator's term?

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6 years

Front

How many years is the President's term of office

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4 years

Front

How many years is a Supreme Court Justice's term?

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They have a lifetime appointment

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What are the 3 requirements to be President? (age, citizenship, residency)

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1. 1. 35 years old

2. 2. U.S. born citizen

3. 3. Resident for 14 years