10. The Constitution of the United States of America_1

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  1. 1. A system that makes sure no branch of government becomes too powerful because each branch can limit the others.
  2. 4. The leader of the Executive Branch who enforces laws, commands the military, and works with other leaders.
  3. 5. The part of Congress where the number of members depends on a state’s population; they make laws and serve for two years.
  4. 6. The introduction to the Constitution that explains the goals of the government.
  5. 8. The highest law of the United States that explains how our government works and protects our rights.
  6. 11. The crime of helping enemies or fighting against the United States.
  7. 12. Changes or additions to the Constitution that protect people’s rights.
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  1. 2. The law‑making group of the government, made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives.
  2. 3. One part of Congress where each state has two senators who make laws and serve for six years.
  3. 7. Seven sections of the Constitution that describe the branches of government and their powers.
  4. 9. The highest court in the country that decides if laws follow the Constitution.
  5. 10. All the states working together as one country.