Social Studies CUA

Front

What does the executive branch of government do?

Back

commands armed forces

Front

What does the legislative branch of government do?

Back

declares war

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What does the judicial branch of government do?

Back

declares laws unconstitutional

Front

The main goal of the United States Constitution is to-

Back

protect the people's rights

Front

Who was the first president of the United States under our current Constitution?

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George Washington

Front

All three of these actions occurred during what?

• 1. Blockading U.S. ports
• 2. Impressment of U.S. sailors
• 3. Supporting American Indian resistance

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War of 1812

Front

Who is the leader of the federal government?

Back

President

Front

Who is the leader of the state government?

Back

Governor

Front

Who is the leader of the local government?

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Mayor

Front

How does freedom of press protect our rights?

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You may not be jailed or fined $ based on what you say or write