Requirement
#2:
| Name the three branches of government
and explain their functions. Explain the checks and balances on each branch
of government. |
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Ben's Guide to the US Government explains the functions of the Legislative
Branch, the Judicial
Branch, and the Executive
Branch of the government. Written on various educational levels
(6th-7th Grade), (9th-12th Grade), etc.
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Congress
for Kids This site explains the various parts of the government in
easy to understand terms. When you get there, remember to also click
on Tour of Federal Government
and you have a list of many interesting topics. Be sure to check
out the Checks & Balances area.
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Fact Monster
Let the fact monster teach you about the three branches of the government,
then go on to learn about the checks and balances.
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Though in this system of a separation of powers each branch
operates independently of the others. However, there are built in
checks
and balances to prevent tyrannous concentration of power in any
one branch and to protect the rights and liberties of citizens. For example,
the President can veto bills approved by Congress and the
President nominates individuals to serve in the Federal judiciary; the
Supreme Court can declare a law enacted by Congress or an action by the
President unconstitutional; and Congress can impeach the President and
Federal court justices and judges.
http://bensguide.gpo.gov/6-8/government/branches.html
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