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Lesson 67 of 84 · The Constitution
The Preamble: We the People
The President leads the executive branch, signs bills into law, commands the military, and represents the country abroad. Presidents serve four-year terms and may be elected twice.
Key Facts
1
The Bill of Rights has 10 amendments.
2
Citizens elect representatives to make laws.
3
The U.S. has three branches of government.
Timeline
1492
Christopher Columbus reaches the Americas
1607
Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement, is founded
1620
The Pilgrims land at Plymouth Rock
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2Who is the head of the executive branch?