Constitution Basics

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The first plan of government for our nation was called

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The Articles of Confederation

Front

What are the three branches of government in the United States?

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Executive, Legislative, Judicial

Front

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

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Legislative branch

Front

Which branch of government is responsible for enforcing laws?

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Executive branch

Front

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws?

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Judicial branch

Front

Which branch is responsible for enforcing the laws?

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The Executive Branch

Front

What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances?

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To prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful.

Front

Give an example of how the executive branch can check the power of the legislative branch.

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Vetoing legislation

Front

Give an example of how the legislative branch can check the power of the judicial branch.

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Impeaching judges

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Give an example of how the judicial branch can check the power of the executive branch.

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Judicial review