Unit 6 Formative FLASHCARDS

Front

Which branch of government determines if a law is unconstitutional?

Back

Judicial branch

Front

What system keeps any one part of the government from becoming too powerful? Options: separation of powers, taxation, checks and balances, balance of power

Back

checks and balances

Front

What document created a strong national government that still exists today in the US?

Back

Constitution

Front

The executive, legislative, and judicial are the three ___________________________ of our government.

Back

branches

Front

Which branch of government has a leader with the power to veto any bill passed by the legislative branch?

Back

Executive

Front

Which branch of government has members appointed by the President and approved by the Senate?

Back

Judicial

Front

Which branch of government has a leader who can suggest ideas for new laws in the State of the Union Address? Options: Executive, Legislative, Judicial, Senate

Back

Executive

Front

Which branch of government can impeach government officials accused of serious crimes?

Back

Legislative

Front

Who is the leader of the executive branch?

Back

President

Front

Which type of government has people elect a legislature who then elect an executive?

Back

Parliamentary Government