CE.2a Structures and Powers of the National Government

Front

According to the United States Constitution, what are the three branches of the national government?

Back

Legislative, Executive, Judicial

Front

What is another name for the legislative branch of the national government?

Back

Congress

Front

Who is part of the executive branch of the national government?

Back

President, Vice President, Cabinet, White House staff, regulatory groups, and federal agencies.

Front

Who is the chief executive officer of the nation and heads the executive branch?

Back

The President

Front

Which branch of the national government has these powers?

Back

Judicial branch

Front

Which branch of the national government has these powers?

Back

Legislative branch

Front

Which branch of the national government has these powers?

Back

Executive branch

Front

Which court is the highest court in the United States?

Back

United States Supreme Court

Front

What power does the Supreme Court exercise when it declares acts of Congress unconstitutional?

Back

Judicial review

Front

What is the main responsibility of the legislative branch?

Back

To make laws.