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3 Branches Of The Government

Published on Nov 19, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

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

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

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 .

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!

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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