Chapter 8: Constitution and Government

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Veto

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President can 'say no' temporarily to a bill from Congress

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Naturalize

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To grant citizenship to a foreigner.

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Unconstitutional

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Not in accordance with the constitution

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Impeach

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To formally charge a public official with misconduct.

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Who starts the process for changing the Constitution? Options: Congress or a constitutional convention, The President, The Supreme Court

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Congress or a constitutional convention

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How many people are in the Senate from each state?

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2

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Which branch of government can declare war?

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Congress

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Which branch of government carries out laws?

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Executive branch

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Which branch of government interprets laws?

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Judicial branch

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What does separation of powers mean?

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Separation of powers means dividing government responsibilities into different branches to limit any one branch's power.