CE.6a Structures & Powers of National Government

Front

The United States defines the structure and powers of the national government in which document?

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The Constitution

Front

The powers held by government are divided between the national government in Washington, D.C., and ~

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the governments of the 50 states.

Front

Congress is part of which branch of government?

Back

Legislative

Front

How many members are elected to the House of Representatives and how is it decided?

Back

435 by population of each state

Front

How are members elected to the Senate?

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100 members, 2 from each state

Front

Which branch of government has the power to declare war?

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Legislative Branch

Front

Which branch of government is headed by the President?

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Executive Branch

Front

Which branch of government consists of the federal courts, including the Supreme Court?

Back

Judicial Branch

Front

What is known as the "highest court in the land?"

Back

Supreme Court

Front

Which branch of government is more powerful? Options: Legislative Branch, Executive Branch, Judicial Branch, No branch is more powerful than the other.

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No branch is more powerful than the other.