Understanding U.S. Government Basics

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

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Legislative, Executive, Judicial

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Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

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Legislative

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

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To ensure that no one branch of government becomes too powerful

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

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First Amendment

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What is the principle of separation of powers?

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Dividing powers among the three branches of government

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Which amendment abolished slavery in the United States?

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13th Amendment

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What is federalism?

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

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Which branch of government has the power to declare laws unconstitutional?

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Judicial

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What is the highest court in the United States?

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Supreme Court

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Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution gave women the right to vote?

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19th Amendment