Matching Pairs Branches of GovernmentOnline version Match the description with the correct branch of government. by Kelli Compton 1 Checks and Balances 2 Local Government 3 National Government 4 Separation of Powers 5 Judicial Branch 6 Executive Branch 7 State Government 8 Limited Government 9 Rule of Law 10 Legislative Branch Issues license such as marriage licenses and driver's licenses, and runs local elections The court system - its highest court being the Supreme Court A system that lets each branch of government limit the power of the others Provides police and fire protection, runs public schools and libraries Doctrine that each branch of government is separate and has unique powers that the other branches may not interfere with The power of government leaders is limited by the constitution Includes the President and his cabinet Can declare war, print money, and make foreign policies System in which laws are made by elected representatives Congress - House of Representatives and the Senate
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