Unit 3 Functions and Politicas of US Government

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What does this web show?

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Branches of government

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Which branch of government has the power to confirm judges or justices and to impeach them?

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Legislative

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How does the judicial branch check on the power of Congress and the President?

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declaring acts of Congress (legislation) or presidential actions (executive orders) to be unconstitutional

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Who has the power to approve (sign) or veto new legislation?

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the President of the United States

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Which of the following examples illustrates the system of checks and balances? The President calls for a special meeting of the Cabinet. The President signs a tax bill, even though the Congress recommends that he not sign it. The President entertains the Queen of England. The President vetoes a bill, but Congress overrides his veto.

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The President vetoes a bill, but Congress overrides his veto.

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Supreme Court justices (judges) are appointed by . . .

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the President.

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Which of the following choices from the list below correctly completes this statement: The President checks Congress by

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signing or vetoing legislation (laws) that Congress has passed

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Group of people chosen from each state to formally select the President/VP

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Electoral College

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What number of electoral votes is required to win the presidency?

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270

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How can individuals participate in politics and influence public policy? Options: Vote and/or campaign for candidates, Join an interest group, Express opinions, All of the choices

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All of the choices