

Government and Constitution Flashcard
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English
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5th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the System of Checks and Balances?
Back
A system that ensures no one branch of government becomes too powerful by allowing each branch to limit the powers of the others.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the three branches of government?
Back
Executive, Legislative, and Judicial.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the role of the Executive Branch?
Back
To enforce and carry out laws; led by the President.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the role of the Legislative Branch?
Back
To make laws; consists of Congress, which is divided into the House of Representatives and the Senate.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the role of the Judicial Branch?
Back
To interpret laws and administer justice; includes the Supreme Court and other courts.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'Popular Sovereignty' mean?
Back
The principle that the authority of the government is created and sustained by the consent of its people.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a 'Bicameral Legislature'?
Back
A legislature with two houses or chambers, such as the U.S. Congress, which has the House of Representatives and the Senate.
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