U6 Legislative Branch 23-24

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The branch of government that suggests laws and carries out the laws made by Congress. Its leader is the president.

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Executive

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The branch of government that makes laws for the country. It is made up of the Congress.

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Legislative

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This branch of government makes sure laws are constitutional. It is made up of the Supreme Court with 9 justices and many other courts.

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Judicial

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Central and national are two words that mean the same thing as -

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federal

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How many members of the House of Representatives are there?

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435

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How is the number of members in the House of Representatives determined?

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The state's population

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What is the term length of a member of the House of Representatives?

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2 years

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How old must a US Citizen by birth be to run for the House of Representatives?

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25

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How many members are in the Senate?

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100

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What is the term length of a Senator?

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6 years