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3 Branches Of The Government

Published on Nov 19, 2015

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THREE BRANCHES OF GOVERNMENT

BY AIMEE WIEBELHAUS
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EXECUTIVE BRANCH

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The head of the Executive Branch is: The President Barack Obama

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The President:
Appoints ambassadors to represent the U.S. in foreign countries

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The President:
Serves as Commander in Chief of the armed forces.

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Fun fact!!!!!!!
John F. Kennedy was the youngest president!

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LEGISLATIVE BRANCH

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Congress is divided into two parts:
The Senate and the House of Representatives

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Senators serve :
6 year terms

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Representatives serve 2 year terms

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Congress:
Makes laws

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Congress:
Debates bills

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Congress:
Approves of the presidents actions

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JUDICIAL BRANCH

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Chief and associate justices serve on the Supreme Court .

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They serve for life or until they choose to retire.

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The Supreme Court :
Can decide if a president's actions are unconstitutional .

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The Supreme Court:
Explains and interprets the Constitution.

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Fun fact!!!!
Sandra Day O'Connor was the first woman named to the Supreme Court!

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It's important to understand how the U.S. government works because it will help you to choose who to vote for and understand what people are saying in conversations.

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Aimee Wiebelhaus