What stops one branch of Government from becoming too powerful?
Check and Balances OR Separation of Powers
15
Name one state that borders Mexico:
California, Texas, Arizona, New Mexico
10
Who is in charge of the executive branch?
The President
10
In what month do we vote for President?
November
10
Who signs bills to become laws?
The President
10
What is the name of the national anthem?
The Star Spangled Banner
10
When do we celebrate Independence Day?*
July 4
10
Name two national U.S. holidays.
▪ New Year’s Day ▪ Martin Luther King, Jr. Day ▪ Presidents’ Day ▪ Memorial Day ▪ Independence Day ▪ Labor Day ▪ Columbus Day ▪ Veterans Day ▪ Thanksgiving ▪ Ch
15
Name one U.S. territory.
Puerto Rico ▪ U.S. Virgin Islands ▪ American Samoa ▪ Northern Mariana Islands ▪ Guam
15
What ocean is on the West Coast of the United States?
Pacific Ocean
10
Name one of the two longest rivers in the United States.
▪ Missouri (River) ▪ Mississippi (River)
10
What is the name of the Vice President of the United States now?
Kamala Harris
10
What is the name of the President of the United States now?*
Joe Biden
10
Name one branch or part of the government.*
▪ Congress ▪ legislative ▪ President ▪ executive ▪ the courts ▪ judicial