Constitution and Branches of Govt

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  1. 1. A group of people in court who listen to facts about a case and decide if someone broke the law.
  2. 4. An object or picture that represents something else. The American flag, for example, is a symbol of the United States.
  3. 5. Branch This part of the government interprets laws, deciding what they mean and if they are fair. The Supreme Court is part of this branch.
  4. 6. and Balances A system that keeps the government fair by making sure no branch has too much power. Each branch can limit or “check” the other branches.
  5. 9. Branch This part of the government makes sure laws are followed. It’s led by the President, who works with the Vice President and Cabinet members.
  6. 10. Branch(Congress) This part of the government makes laws. It has two sections:
  7. 12. A request that people sign to show they want something to change or happen.
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  1. 2. This is the main set of rules for the U.S. government. It explains how the government works and how it protects people's rights. It is known as the "Supreme Law of the Land."
  2. 3. Someone who is trying to get elected to a position, such as president, senator, or mayor.
  3. 7. of Representatives One part of Congress where the number of representatives depends on a state’s population. Larger states have more representatives.
  4. 8. The other part of Congress, where each state has two senators, no matter how big or small the state is.
  5. 11. of Rights The first 10 changes, or amendments, to the Constitution. They list basic rights that everyone in the U.S. has, like the freedom to speak and follow their own religion.
  6. 12. A strong feeling of pride and love for your country.