Vocabulary

  1. A law that congress is thinking about voting on
    Bill
  2. A branch of government made up of judges and courts, and has the power to interpret the laws.
    Judicial branch
  3. The power of the president to reject or cancel a bill.
    Veto
  4. The house of congress with representation based on population.
    Senate
  5. Branch of government that has the power to make laws.
    The legislative branch
  6. Branch of government with the power to carry out, or enforce, the laws.
    The executive brach
  7. The house of congress with two members from each state.
    House of representatives
  8. To pass a bill in spite of the presidents veto
    Override
  9. to present formal charges against a public official, accusing that person of misconduct in office.
    impeachment
Author
chenerygirl
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Card Set
Vocabulary
Description
vocab chapter 7
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