Unit 3: The Legislative Branch

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What is the Legislative Branch?

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The branch of our government that makes the laws

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What is the Senate?

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A group of 100 lawmakers, two from each state, who represent their entire state's interests.

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What is the House of Representatives?

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A group of 435 lawmakers, the amount from each state depends on the state's population, who represent a smaller group of people within the state.

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What is the Speaker of the House?

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The leader of the House of Representatives, he or she is in charge of the meetings and helps guide legislation. They are also third in line to be President of the United States.

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What is the President of the Senate?

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The Vice President of the United States. He/she presides over the Senate and keeps order. He/she may only vote to break a tie.

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Where would you find a political party’s stance on issues?

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in their platform.

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What is the job of the Legislative Branch?

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To make laws

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Name the 2 parts of Congress.

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House of Representatives & Senate

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What are the 3 requirements to get into the House of Representatives? 25 years old, citizen for 7 years, live in the state you represent

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25 years old, citizen for 7 years, live in the state you represent

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How many members are there in the House of Representatives?

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435