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17 Cards in this Set
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What is the highest court in Florida?
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The highest court in Florida is the Supreme Court.
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The Supreme Court is part of what branch of government?
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The Supreme Court is part of the judicial branch of government.
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What does the Supreme Court do?
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The Supreme Court decides cases about the Florida State Constitution, as well as rights and freedoms of our citizens.
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How can Florida voters change the state's constitution?
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Florida voters can change the state's constitution by organizing a constitutional convention or by approving an initiative.
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What is a petition?
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A petition is a signed request for action. If enough Floridians sign a petition, the iniative is listed on the ballot. Then it will be voted on in the next election.
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What is an initiative?
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An initiative is an amendment to the constitution made by voters. Voters are asked to sign a petition saying they want an amendment.
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What is the judicial branch?
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The judicial branch is made up of courts and judges that hear and decide law cases.
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What is the legislative branch?
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The branch of government that makes laws.
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What is a budget?
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A budget is a written plan for spending money.
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What is the executive branch?
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The branch of government that prepares the budget and makes sure that laws are carried out.
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What is a bill?
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A bill is a plan for new laws.
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What are the three branches of government?
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The three branches of government are:
legislative executive judicial |
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What are the two houses of Florida's legislature?
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The two houses of Florida's legislature are the Senate and the House of Representatives.
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What is a veto?
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The governor may choose to veto or reject a bill.
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Government in Florida:
State Goverment: Chapter 10 - Lesson 1 pg. 391 - 395 |
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What is a jury trial?
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In a jury trial a group of citizens decides wheter a person accused of a crime should be found guilty or not guilty. A jury trial can also be used to settle disagreements between people.
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Who leads the executive branch?
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The governor, who is elected by voters in Florida, leads the executive branch.
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