Branches of Government Flashcard

Front

I am the branch of government responsible for making laws and approving presidential appointments.

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Legislative Branch

Front

The president and vice president belong to my branch of government.

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Executive Branch

Front

The branch of government checks the other branches by interpreting laws and applying the constitution.

Back

Judicial Branch

Front

The Legislative branch comprises Congress, which is divided into two.

Back

Senate and House of Representatives

Front

The House of Representatives has 435 members called.

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Representatives

Front

The powers of each branch are limited by a system of ………….

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checks and balances

Front

The ……………and other federal courts make up the judicial branch.

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Supreme Court

Front

The ……. …….heads up the executive branch.

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President