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Branches Of Government

Published on Nov 26, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

THE BRANCHES OF GOVERNMENT

SEPARATED TO WORK
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THE US GOVERNMENT

  • Separation of powers
  • Three branches
  • Located in Washington, DC
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LEGISLATIVE BRANCH

ARTICLE 1 OF THE CONSTITUTION
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LEGISLATIVE BRANCH

  • Contains House and Senate
  • Start the bill making process
  • Senate approves nominees
  • House starts tax bills
  • Checks the president's power

EXECUTIVE BRANCH

ARTICLE II OF THE CONSTITUTION
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EXECUTIVE BRANCH

  • President, Vice-President and Cabinet
  • President approves or vetoes bills
  • Vice-President is the president of the Senate
  • Cabinet advises the President
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JUDICIAL BRANCH

ARTICLE III OF THE CONSTITUTION
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JUDICIAL BRANCH

  • Nine members nominated by the President
  • Interpret the Constitution and laws of the US
  • Serve a life term
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The branches of the U.S. Government are separated so one branch does not become too powerful

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Checks and balances ensure the government is run properly.

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