Laws and Basic U.S. Government Structures

Front

After the American colonies won their independence from England, the 13 colonies became what?

Back

The 13 states

Front

Sharing power between the national government and individual state governments is called?

Back

Federalism

Front

Which is NOT a duty of the National Government? Create and enforce laws, Manage public health and safety, Trials by a jury, Declaring war

Back

Manage public health and safety

Front

Each state has its own?

Back

Constitution

Front

In the national government, the balance of power is divided by?

Back

3 branches: Executive, Legislative and Judicial

Front

The executive branch of the national government makes?

Back

Sure that the laws of the United States are obeyed

Front

Before 1951, a President could serve for as many terms as they were elected for, but now after passing the 22nd amendment, can only serve for?

Back

two terms

Front

The judicial branch is made of?

Back

the court system

Front

The highest court in the United States is?

Back

The Supreme Court