Principles of Constitution & Three Branches of Government

What principle says the Legislative and the Executive branches are different?

• Checks and Balances

• Federalism

• Separation of Powers

• Limited Government 

What is the introduction to the Constitution called? 

• Articles of Confederation

• Declaration of Independence

• Bill of Rights

• Preamble

Which branch interprets the laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which branch can appoint (choose) justices?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which branch can veto or approve laws? 

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which branch has the Cabinet? 

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which branch has the Senate?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

What system prevents any branch from having too much power? 

• Power Balance

• Checks and Balances

• Constitutional Convention

• Power Checks 

How is representation determined in the Senate

• Equal for all states

• Based on population

• Based on Electoral College results

• Based on ballot initiatives

How is representation determined in the House of Representatives?

• Equal for all states

• Based on population

• Based on Electoral College results

• Based on ballot initiatives