US Government Basics Flashcard for 8th Grade

Front

What are the three branches of the US government?

Back

Executive, Legislative, Judicial

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What is the main responsibility of the legislative branch?

Back

Making laws

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Who is the head of the executive branch?

Back

President of the United States

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Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws?

Back

Judicial branch

Front

What is the purpose of the judicial branch?

Back

To interpret the laws and ensure they are applied fairly.

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Why is the separation of powers important in a government?

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To prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful and to ensure a system of checks and balances.

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What branch is responsible for enforcing laws?

Back

Executive branch

Front

How many total justices make up the Supreme Court?

Back

9

Front

True or False: Once they are voted in by the people, Supreme Court justices serve for life.

Back

False

Front

To serve in this office, you must have been born in the United States.

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President