Topic 4

Who makes up the Executive Branch?

• Congress

• President, Vice President, Cabinet, Executive Office of the President, independent agencies

• Court systems

Who makes up the Legislative Branch?

• Congress

• President, Vice President, Cabinet, Executive Office of the President, independent agencies

• Court systems

Who makes up the Judicial Branch?

• Congress

• President, Vice President, Cabinet, Executive Office of the President, independent agencies

• Court systems

Which branch of government has the power to interpret laws, determine their meaning, and to settle disputes that arise within society?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which branch of government has the power to make laws and frame public policies?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which branch of government has the power to execute, enforce, and administer laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

How many representatives does each state have?

• At least 1

• 2

• 50

• 435

How many senators does each state have?

• At least 1

• 2

• 50

• 435

How many terms can a senator or representative serve?

• 1

• 2

• 4

• Unlimited

Gives Congress power to collect income taxes.

• 16th Amendment

• 17th Amendment

• 20th Amendment

• 25th Amendment

• 27th Amendment