Understanding Legal Concepts and Terms

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What is the role of an Ambassador in the Executive Branch?

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USA spokesperson. Works to maintain good relations between countries.

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What is a Bill in the Legislative Branch?

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Idea for a new law or change an old law. Debated, voted on.

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The Cabinet in the Executive Branch is:

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a group of advisors to the President

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An Executive Order in the Executive Branch is:

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a directive issued by the President that has the force of law

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A Treaty in the Executive Branch is:

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an agreement made by the President with another country, subject to Senate approval

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Foreign Dignitaries in the Executive Branch are:

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Officials from other countries who visit or interact with the U.S. government

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A Veto in the Legislative Branch is:

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The power to reject a bill passed by the legislature

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To ratify in the Legislative Branch means:

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To formally approve or confirm a decision or law

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A Law in the Legislative Branch is:

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A rule created and passed by the legislative body.

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Judicial Review in the Judicial Branch is:

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the power of courts to declare laws unconstitutional