Unit 4

Front

Where in the United States Constitution can you find information pertaining to the Legislative Branch?

Back

Article I of the United States Constitution

Front

Which branch of government is responsible for creating laws?

Back

Legislative branch

Front

What is it called there is two chambers (houses) in a legislative system, a House of Representatives and a Senate.

Back

Bicameral legislature

Front

Separation of Powers refers to what?

Back

A governance model that divides government responsibilities into distinct branches.

Front

A system of Checks and Balances refers to what?

Back

A system that ensures no single branch of government gains too much power.

Front

What is one way that the Legislative Branch can check the power of the Executive Branch?

Back

Override a presidential veto.

Front

How many members of the U.S. House of Representatives does each state have?

Back

The number of representatives varies by population with each state having at least one.

Front

How many Senators does each state have?

Back

2

Front

How long is a term for a member of the United States House of Representatives?

Back

2 years

Front

How long is a term for a United States Senator?

Back

6 years