Share Unit 3 - A Nation Emerges
Save to Folder
What concept is being shown in the image?
Checks and Balances
Why did the United States decide to replace the Articles of Confederation?
The National government did not have enough power
What government document replaced the Articles of Confederation?
The Constitution
What is the first part of the Constitution called?
The Preamble
What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?
To protect the rights and freedoms of the people
What is an amendement to the Constitution?
A change or addition of laws
What government created the 3 Branch system?
The Constitution
Which branch is led by the President and can appoint Supreme Court Justices?
Executive
How does the executive branch "check" the legislative branch?
It can veto laws created by Congress
What 2 houses make up the Legislative Branch (Congress)?
House of Representatives and the Senate
What government was formed directly after the American Revolution?
The Articles of Confederation
Under the Constitution, how many branches is the government divided into?
3
Match the roles of the 3 branches in order of the chart.
1. Legislative 2. Judicial 3. Executive
Why is the government divided into 3 branches instead of 1?
To separate the power so that any one part cannot become too powerful.
What branch of the government do all court systems fall under?
Judicial
How can the President check the powers of the judicial branch?
The President can appoint (pick) Supreme Court Judges
