When was the Constitution written?
1787
Where was the Constitution written?
Independence Hall Philadelphia, PA
What is the Supreme Court?
The highest court in the U.S.; Head of the Judicial Branch
What are two responsibilities of the Executive Branch?
Making laws official and negotiating treaties
Besides the President, who else is a part of the Executive Branch?
Vice President and cabinet members
What makes up the Judicial Branch?
The court system. The Supreme court and other federal courts
What part of the Constitution are the Bill of Rights?
First 10 Amendments
What are the 3 main parts of the Constitution?
The Preamble, the articles and the amendments
What two houses of Congress make up the Legislative Branch?
Senate and House of Representatives
What is the main job of the Legislative Branch?
To make our laws
How many representatives are in the House of Representatives?
435
How many senators are in the senate?
100
Who is the leader of the Executive Branch?
The President
Name the 3 Branches of Government
Executive, Legislative, Judicial
Who is the head of the Senate?
The Vice President
What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?
To tell the rights that American citizens can have
