An appellate court is a court with the jurisdiction to hear
appeals and review a lower court's decision.
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What branch of us government runs and controls most government agencies
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The executive branch (the President, cabinet, and regulatory
agencies)
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How does the supreme court limit the power of congress
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The Supreme Court holds the power of judicial review, meaning it
can declare a law unconstitutional. The law would then be repealed,
checking the power of congress. (see Marbury V. Madison)
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What is a system that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of other branches
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check and balances
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What does the US constitution say about the executive branch
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1.The Constitution goes on to explain the duties and responsibilities of the president. The Constitution says that executive power is vested in the President in the Executive Branch.
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Freedom of religion is what amendment
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The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees freedom
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What The reconstruction amendments were passed to
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Abolish slavery and protect the rights of former slaves
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What is an appellate court
An appellate court is a court with the jurisdiction to hear
appeals and review a lower court's decision.
What branch of us government runs and controls most government agencies
The executive branch (the President, cabinet, and regulatory
agencies)
How does the supreme court limit the power of congress
The Supreme Court holds the power of judicial review, meaning it
can declare a law unconstitutional. The law would then be repealed,
checking the power of congress. (see Marbury V. Madison)
What is a system that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of other branches
check and balances
What does the US constitution say about the executive branch
1.The Constitution goes on to explain the duties and responsibilities of the president. The Constitution says that executive power is vested in the President in the Executive Branch.
Freedom of religion is what amendment
The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees freedom
to practice one's religion without interference from the
government.
What The reconstruction amendments were passed to
Abolish slavery and protect the rights of former slaves