1. The three branches of government
Standard: 5.C.1.2 – Students are able to define and describe the roles of democratic government of the United States.
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2. The House of Representatives and the Senate
LEGISLATIVE BRANCH
Headed by Congress
The House of Representatives and the Senate
Main task = to make the laws

3. Legislative branch Powers include: Passing laws
Originating spending bills (House)
Impeaching officials (Senate)
Approving treaties (Senate)

4. Headed by the Supreme Court
Judicial branch
Headed by the Supreme Court
Main task = interpret laws

5. Judicial branch Powers include: Interpreting the Constitution
Reviewing laws
Deciding cases involving states' rights.

6. EXECUTIVE BRANCH Headed by the president.
Carries out federal laws and recommends new ones, directs national defense and foreign policy, and performs ceremonial duties. 

7. EXECUTIVE BRANCH Powers include: Directing government
Commanding the Armed Forces
Dealing with international powers
Acting as chief law enforcement officer
Vetoing laws

8. HOW DOES A BILL BECOME A LAW?

9. How do they all check on each other?
Legislative Branch
Executive Branch
Judicial Branch

10. Because America is democracy