U.S. Government Structure and Branches

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What is the main role of the President of the United States?

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The President is the head of the executive branch and is responsible for enforcing laws, leading the country, and serving as Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces.

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What is Congress responsible for?

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Congress is responsible for making laws.

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How is the number of representatives from each state determined?

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The number of representatives is determined by the state's population.

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How many branches are there in the U.S. Government?

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There are three branches: Legislative, Executive, and Judicial.

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What is the role of the Judicial Branch?

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The Judicial Branch interprets laws and includes the Supreme Court.

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Who elects the President and Vice President?

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The President and Vice President are elected by the people through a voting process.

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What is the Legislative Branch made up of?

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The Legislative Branch is made up of two parts: the House of Representatives and the Senate.

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What is the purpose of checks and balances in the U.S. Government?

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Checks and balances ensure that no one branch of government becomes too powerful.

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What is a bill?

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A bill is a proposed law that must be approved by Congress before it can become law.

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What is the Supreme Court?

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The Supreme Court is the highest court in the United States and is part of the Judicial Branch.