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  • What document outlines how the US government runs?
    US Constitution
  • Who can veto a law?
    President - Executive Branch
  • In order to become President, the candidate must get the most ________ by US citizens.
    Votes
  • The mayor of Maize is the leader of which level of government?
    Local
  • Which branch of government determines rulings and carries out laws?
    Judicial Branch
  • A citizen can serve on a court's jury as part of their _________ as a US citizen. Right or responsibility?
    responsibility
  • Which level of government can declare war? National, State, or Local?
    National
  • How many levels of government are there?
    Three: National, State, Local
  • True or False? The Bill of Rights is within the Declaration of Independence.
    False; it is within the US Constitution
  • Which branch of government makes laws?
    Legislative Branch
  • Which branch of government is run by the President of the United States?
    Executive Branch
  • What are the three branches of government?
    Executive, Legislative, Judicial
  • True or False? Individuals who are not citizens can vote.
    False
  • True or False? Freedom of speech is a right of every citizen, according the the US Constitution.
    True
  • The Preamble of the US Constitution begins with what 3 words?
    We the People...
  • How do we fund the government?
    Taxes