Separation of Powers/Checks and Balances

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Separation of powers

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The division of the country's powers into 3 branches so no one branch has more than the other.

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The 3 branches of power in the government are spelled out in the _____. Options: Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights, The US Constitution, Articles of Confederation

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The US Constitution

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This branch makes bills that can become laws.

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Legislative Branch

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This branch interprets the meaning of laws that have been created.

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Judicial Branch

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This branch enforces the laws that are in the federal government.

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Executive Branch

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Which branch can veto a bill?

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Executive Branch

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Which branch can override a veto?

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Legislative Branch

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Which branch can declare laws unconstitutional?

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Judicial Branch

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Which statement is true about checks and balances?

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It is the controls that each branch has over the other branches.