Three Branches of Government Review

Front

How many branches of government does the United States have?

Back

3

Front

Why is the government divided into 3 branches of government?

Back

To share the power

Front

Who makes the laws for our state? Options:

The Governor

,

The Supreme Court

,

The Georgia General Assembly

,

Congress

Back

The Georgia General Assembly

Front

Who would you contact to write a letter asking for a law to be made in our state?

Back

Our Georgia Governor

Front

What is the purpose of the Executive Branch of government?

Back

To carry out and/or enforce the laws

Front

What is the purpose of the Legislative Branch of government?

Back

To make or create the laws

Front

What is the purpose of the Judicial Branch of government?

Back

To interpret laws or decide if the laws are unconstitutional/fair

Front

Who is in charge of making sure the trial is fair and runs according to the rules?

Back

The judge

Front

At the federal level, who is in charge of the

A) Legislative Branch

B) Executive Branch

C) Judicial Branch

Back

A) Congress

B) The President

C) The U.S. Supreme Court

Front

What level of government makes the laws for ALL fifty states?

Back

The national level