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What are the 3 branches of government in the United States?
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1) Executive
2) Judicial 3) Legislative |
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Who is the head of the Executive branch of the United States government?
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The President of the United States
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What is the job of the Executive branch of the government?
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The President enforces the laws, serves as leader of the armed forces, and conducts foreign affairs.
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What is the judicial branch of the government?
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The system of federal courts that makes sure all laws are constitutional, or agree with the U.S. Constitution.
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What is the Supreme Court?
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The Supreme Court, the highest federal court, has 9 justices, or judges, nominated by the President and approved by the Senate.
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