| Government | Branches of Government | State and Local Government, Constitution |
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To protect and take care of its citizens.
Why do we need a government?
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Judicial, Executive, and Legislative
What are the three branches of government?
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Yes
Does each state have its own constitution?
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From the people
Where does the government gain its power?
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Write laws
What does the legislative branch do?
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The constitution
What is the supreme law of the land?
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mail, schools, police, military, fire fighters, libraries
What are services the government provides?
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Pass or veto laws; meet with other leaders
What does the executive branch do?
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makes laws and provides services
What does a community's local government do?
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by using taxes
How does the government pay for the services it provides?
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Interpret laws (tell what they mean)
What does the judicial branch do?
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carries out state laws
What does a governor do?
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The House of Representatives and the Senate
What are the two houses in Congress?
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How can you be a good citizen?
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