Branches of Government Flashcard

Front

Citizens can work to change unfair laws.

Back

True

Front

What did Sara and Josie do when they decided to spend one day on each activity: going to the beach and visiting the flower show?

Back

compromise

Front

Juan thinks the speed limit is too high near the school. What should Juan do to change it?

Back

ask the government to change the speed limit

Front

How does a jury decide whether a person is guilty?

Back

by reaching a consensus

Front

Congress writes laws. The president decides to accept or reject them. What is this called?

Back

checks and balances

Front

Choose the word that best completes each sentence. Blank 1 ________ runs for office. They are elected by Blank 2 ________.

Back

candidate, voters