Unit 2 Chapter 1 Study Guide

What principle of the U.S. Constitution is shown in the diagram?

What phrase identifies the responsibilities of each branch?

• Legislative - passes laws

• Executive - enforces laws

• Judicial - decides what laws mean

Which statement describes the next step in how a bill becomes a law?

What is one way the president can check the power of Congress?

What are some ways Congress can check the power of the president?

How can Congress overturn a president's veto?

Which power does only the national government have?

Which powers do only the states have?

• Running elections

• Setting up public schools

Which document set the form of government for the United States?

To become a citizen today, you must:

• Be at least 18

• Take an oath of allegiance to the country

• Have lived in the U.S. for at least 5 years, or 3 years to a married U.S. citizen

• Show knowledge of U.S. history and government