The Three Branches of Government

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The Three Branches of Government.

🎯 Your mission

Spot the fair part. Spot the unfair part.

⚡ The twist

A 'fair rule' for one group can be unfair for another.

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The U.S. government has three branches: legislative (makes laws), executive (enforces laws), and judicial (interprets laws). This separation prevents any one group from gaining too much power.

Key facts

Remember these

1Checks and balances limit power.
2The Bill of Rights has 10 amendments.
3Citizens elect representatives to make laws.

Then & Now

🏛️ Knowing this makes you a better voter when you grow up.

Question 1 of 2

What are checks and balances?

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Question 2 of 2

How many branches does the U.S. government have?

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