Branches of Government

Front

Why is Congress called a bicameral legislature?

Back

Chambers

Front

The main function of the legislative branch is to _____ laws.

Back

Make

Front

The President __________ the executive branch.

Back

Leads

Front

What happens after the President signs a bill?

Back

It becomes a law

Front

Who represents you in Congress?

Back

Your district representative and both Senators from your state

Front

One example of a check on presidential power is the President's:

Back

Limitation to two four-year terms

Front

What can you infer from the fact that the Supreme Court can declare laws unconstitutional?

Back

The Supreme Court interprets the Constitution

Front

Cabinet members must be approved by the Senate. This is an example of the _____ branch limiting the power of the _____ branch.

Back

Legislative; executive

Front

Which group can impeach the President?

Back

Congress

Front

The establishment of three branches of government is meant to ensure that:

• All people have a say in government
• No part of government has too much power
• Lawmakers protect the Constitution
• Government officials cannot serve for life

Back

No part of government has too much power