SSCG4b

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a main power of the legislative branch?

• Makes the laws for the nation

• Declares war

• Appoints federal judges

• Approves the federal budget

Multiple Select

How does the legislative branch check the power of the executive branch? Select all that apply.

• Overrides presidential vetoes with a two-thirds vote

• Controls government spending

• Can impeach and remove the president

• Can issue pardons

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a main power of the judicial branch?

• Enforces the laws

• Interprets the laws and the Constitution

• Approves federal judges

• Controls government spending

Multiple Choice

Which branch of government has the power to declare laws or actions unconstitutional?

• Congress

• President

• Courts

• Citizens

Open Ended

What could happen if courts were afraid to rule against other branches?

Open Ended

Why is it important the president can veto but not make laws alone?

Open Ended

Explain at least two ways one branch of government can check the power of the other branches.

Open Ended

How would government be different without separation of powers?

Open Ended

Why did the framers want three branches instead of one?