Three branches Flashcardzez

Front

Why does the United States have three branches of government?

Back

To prevent one branch from becoming too powerful (Checks and Balances).

Front

Which of the following is considered the legislative branch of the government? Executive, Judicial, Legislative, Federal

Back

Legislative

Front

The __________ is the head of the Executive Branch.

Back

President

Front

This branch of government carries out or executes the laws.

Back

Executive

Front

The _____________ branch interprets the laws.

Back

Judicial

Front

The Legislative Branch has two chambers of Congress. What are the names of the two chambers?

Back

House of Representatives & Senate

Front

Who has the power to veto a bill before it becomes law?

Back

President

Front

What is the name of the highest court in the judiciary?

Back

Supreme Court

Front

Before a __________ becomes law, it must pass through both houses of Congress.

Back

bill

Front

How many senators does each state receive?

Back

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