US Constitution

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Based on the US Constitution, the government is run by _________.

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"The People"

Front

A system of __________ and __________ is used to keep any one branch of the government from being dominant, or having too much power.

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checks and balances

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This branch of the Federal Government contains the office of the President and Vice President. The duty of this branch is to represent and enforce the nation's laws.

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Executive Branch

Front

Article III of the US Constitution describes the branch of government that interprets the nation's laws using judges and courts.

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Judicial Branch

Front

A bill must pass through a _____________ before it can be voted on by the entire House or Senate.

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committee

Front

What happens if the President signs a bill?

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It becomes a law.

Front

When a bill passes the House, where does it go next? Options: Senate, Supreme Court, President, Library of Congress

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Senate

Front

After the House and the Senate debate and vote on the bill, where does the bill get sent to? Options: Congress, Judicial Branch, President, Legislative Branch

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President

Front

What is the term used for when the president says no to a bill?

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Veto

Front

Which branch has the President? Options: Legislative, Executive, Judicial

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Executive