Three Branches of Government Flashcard

Front

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

Back

legislative branch

Front

Who is the head of the Executive Branch?

Back

President

Front

Which branch of government interprets the laws?

Back

judicial branch

Front

What is the main function of the Legislative Branch?

Back

Make laws

Front

Which branch of government is responsible for enforcing laws?

Back

executive branch

Front

What is the purpose of Checks and Balances in the government?

Back

The purpose of Checks and Balances in the government is to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.

Front

Which branch of government has the power to declare laws unconstitutional? Options: executive branch, legislative branch, judicial branch, administrative branch

Back

judicial branch

Front

What is the significance of the Separation of Powers in the government?

Back

The Separation of Powers in the government ensures checks and balances, prevents concentration of power, and protects against abuses of power.

Front

What is the function of the judicial branch?

Back

interpret laws