2. The United States National Government by Elizabeth Crockett

3. Foundation of Federal Government Constitution designates three branches to make up the government so that one person does not have too much authority.

4. Executive Branch President heads the executive branch. Must be at least thirty-five years old Must be born in the United States Has lived in the United States for the past fourteen years Serves a four year term Can be serve for two terms To find out more go to: http://www.whitehouse.govhttp://www.whitehouse.gov

5. Current President Of United States http://gatech.edu/presidential-visit/clip03.html George W. Bush is the 43rd President of the United States and is our current president. Clip on the hyperlink to see him give a speech.

6. Legislative Branch U.S. Congress is made up of two parts: The House of Representatives, The Senate Duties Include: To write, debate, and pass bills Approve the making of money Declare war on other countries

7. Judicial Branch Supreme Court is the highest Court in the land. Nine judges, called justices Hear from 80 to 100 cases per year Decide on cases that challenge the Constitution Are appointed for life by the president and approved by the Senate.

8. The People’s Role Vote- any citizen of the U.S. who is over 18 can vote Write letters to your representative or Senator to express your views Practice rights: such as freedom of speech, religion, and the right to have arms Vote for Something!