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What is democracy?
What is democracy?
A way of running a country where the people get to vote and make choices.
What does 'federal' mean when used in relation to a country?
What does 'federal' mean when used in relation to a country?
It means something related to the whole country.
What is the government?
What is the government?
The group of people who make decisions and laws.
What is the Constitution?
What is the Constitution?
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What is an amendment?
What is an amendment?
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Who is the Governor?
Who is the Governor?
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What does it mean for something to be 'unconstitutional'?
What does it mean for something to be 'unconstitutional'?
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What is a branch of government?
What is a branch of government?
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Which branch of government is responsible for making sure laws are followed and helps run the country or state?
Which branch of government is responsible for making sure laws are followed and helps run the country or state?
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Which branch of government makes the laws?
Which branch of government makes the laws?
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Which branch of government makes sure the laws are fair and decides if someone broke the law?
Which branch of government makes sure the laws are fair and decides if someone broke the law?
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The President of the United States is the head of the Legislative Branch.
The President of the United States is the head of the Legislative Branch.
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The Supreme Court is a part of the Judicial Branch.
The Supreme Court is a part of the Judicial Branch.
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An amendment can only change a rule in the Constitution; it cannot add a new rule.
An amendment can only change a rule in the Constitution; it cannot add a new rule.
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Study Notes
Democracy
- A system of governance where citizens vote and make decisions.
Federal
- Relating to the entire country.
Government
- The group responsible for creating and enforcing laws.
Constitution
- A comprehensive set of rules governing a country's operations.
Amendment
- A modification or addition to the Constitution.
Governor
- The head of a state government.
Unconstitutional
- Violating the principles outlined in the Constitution.
Branches of Government
- Different parts of the government with specific roles.
Executive Branch
- Enforces laws and manages the country's operations. (President)
Legislative Branch
- Creates laws. (Senate and House of Representatives)
Judicial Branch
- Assesses the fairness of laws and decides legal disputes. (Judges and the Supreme Court)
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Description
This quiz explores essential concepts of governance, including democracy, federal structures, and the roles of different branches of government. Test your knowledge on the Constitution, amendments, and the functioning of state and federal authorities.
