US Constitution

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Branch that interprets the laws

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Judicial

Front

Branch whose powers are outlined in Article 2 of the U.S. Constitution

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Executive

Front

Branch that makes the laws

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Legislative

Front

This system prevents any branch of government from becoming too powerful

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Checks and Balances

Front

Article 3 of the Constitution outlines the power of this branch of government

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Judicial

Front

The first constitution of the United States was called _____________________--

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Articles of Confederation

Front

The introduction to the Constitution

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Preamble

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One way that the legislative branch can check the power of the President is ____________-

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to override a President's veto with 2/3 vote

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After both houses of Congress pass a bill, it ___________

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is sent to the President for his/her approval and signature

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Every state has at least ___________ Representative

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