Civics Unit 3 Preamble and 3 Branches

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In _, the authority of government is divided between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.

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Separation of Powers

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The President can veto (cancel) a law of Congress. However, Congress can still pass the law over the veto if they have enough votes. This is a classic example of...

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Checks and Balances

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Article III, Section 1 of the Constitution states that "Power . . . shall be vested in one Supreme Court, and in such inferior Courts as the Congress may from time to time ordain and establish." The power referred to belongs to which government branch?

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Judicial

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Which of the following does NOT describe the President of the United States? Must be a natural-born citizen. Elected to four-year terms. Must be 35 years old. Must have served in the military.

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Must have served in the military.

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Which Article of the Constitution established the Legislative Branch?

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I

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Justices to the Supreme Court...

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Are appointed by the President for life.

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In the House of Representatives, members are elected to two-year terms, must be 25 years of age, and states with larger populations have more representatives. What is true about these statements?

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All of these choices are correct.

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Serves a term of 6 years

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Senate

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How is Congress divided?

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Into two houses

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How many members does each state get in the House of Representatives?

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Depends on population