Civics Review

Front

The U.S. Constitution begins with these words. What does, "We the People", say about our form of government? (Hint: the U.S. form of government is a democracy)

Back

that the citizens (all of us together) have the power

Front

Each branch of the government has a way to limit the powers of the other two branches. Ex= the President can veto

Back

Checks and Balances

Front

What are the three branches of government?

Back

Legislative, Executive, Judicial

Front

What is the main role of the legislative branch of government?

Back

Make, amend, and repeal laws

Front

Congress is divided into two chambers: the ______________ and the House of Representatives.

Back

Senate

Front

Which Article in the Constitution established the Executive Branch?

Back

Article 2

Front

The main job of the executive branch is to

Back

enforce laws

Front

The __________ is the highest court.

Back

Supreme Court

Front

There are ________ Justices in the Supreme Court.

Back

9

Front

What is the main duty of the Judicial Branch?

Back

To interpret and explain laws