Checks and Balances

True/False: The President can "check" the Judicial Branch by nominating justices to the Supreme Court.

• True

• False

True/False:  The Legislative Branch can "check" the Executive Branch by overriding the President's veto with a 2/3 majority.

• True
• False

Which branch makes treaties with other countries?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which branch decides on Federal court cases?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which branch is divided into the House and the Senate?

• Legislative
• Executive
• Judicial

Which branch approves presidential appointments?

• Legislative
• Executive
• Judicial

Which branch nominates judges, ambassadors, and secretaries?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

The ability of one branch of government to limit the power of the other branches of government is known as what?

• Executive Order

• Checks and balances

• Amendment Process

Dividing up the functions or role of government so each branch has its own distinct individual power is known as?

• Judicial Review

• Separation of Powers

• Amendment Process

What branch is having its power checked when...
Congress overrides a President's veto?

• Legislative Branch
• Executive Branch
• Judicial Branch
• none