Branches of Government and Checks

Front

Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for making laws?

Back

Legislative

Front

What is the primary function of the Executive branch of the U.S. government?

Back

To enforce laws

Front

How does the Judicial branch check the power of the Legislative branch?

Back

By declaring laws unconstitutional

Front

Which branch of government has the power to veto legislation?

Back

Executive

Front

What is one way the Legislative branch can check the power of the Executive branch?

Back

By overriding a presidential veto

Front

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting the laws?

Back

Judicial

Front

How can the Executive branch check the power of the Judicial branch?

Back

By appointing federal judges

Front

What is one way the Legislative branch can check the power of the Judicial branch? Options: By vetoing judicial decisions, By impeaching judges, By appointing judges, By issuing pardons

Back

By impeaching judges

Front

Which branch of government has the power to approve treaties?

Back

Legislative

Front

How does the Judicial branch check the power of the Executive branch?

Back

By declaring executive actions unconstitutional