Structure of Government - Week 3

Front

What document guides the levels of government in the United States?

Back

the Constitution

Front

Which level of government leads our counties, cities, and towns?

Back

local

Front

Our federal government is organized into __________ branches.

Back

three

Front

Who must confirm major executive appointments?

Back

the Senate

Front

Distributing the power of the government over the three branches of government provides __________.

Back

checks and balances

Front

What is the written idea for a new law called?

Back

a bill

Front

Which group is the first to review proposed laws?

Back

Congress

Front

Who is the leader of the executive branch of the state?

Back

the governor

Front

What do citizens do in order to choose new leaders?

Back

vote

Front

What are citizens called when they campaign to become a government leader?

Back

candidates