Bills, Elections, & Political Parties

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What is a bill?

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A proposed law that hasn't been passed yet

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What is a veto?

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rejection of a law by the president

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What is a political party?

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A group of people with the similar ideas about government

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Which are the two main political parties in the United States today?

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Republicans and Democrats

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What symbols represent the Republican and Democrat parties?

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A red elephant and a blue donkey

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What is the main job of the legislative branch in the United States?

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To create laws

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What is the term length for a United States Senator?

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6 years

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What is the job of the executive branch in the United States government?

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To enforce laws

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What is the term length for a United States House of Representatives member?

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2 years

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In an election what are states called in which the voting is very, very close?

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Battleground states