Understanding U.S. Government Basics

Understanding U.S. Government Basics

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Social Studies

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the three branches of the U.S. Government?

Back

Legislative, Executive, Judicial

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

Back

Legislative

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main purpose of the system of checks and balances?

Back

To ensure that no one branch of government becomes too powerful

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees freedom of speech?

Back

First Amendment

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the principle of separation of powers?

Back

Dividing powers among the three branches of government

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which amendment abolished slavery in the United States?

Back

13th Amendment

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is federalism?

Back

A system where power is divided between national and state governments.

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