The Three Branches of Government

Which branch decides if a law is constitutional?

• executive

• judicial

• legislative

Which branch writes laws?

• executive

• judicial

• legislative

Which branch makes sure federal laws are followed and enforced.

• executive

• judicial

• legislative

Which branch can declare war?

• executive

• judicial

• legislative

Which branch can impeach a president?

• executive

• judicial

• legislative

Which has nine justices?

• executive

• judicial

• legislative

Which are responsibilities of the executive branch?

• leader of the armed forces

• signs treaties with other countries

• declares war

• appoint federal judges

What are some responsibilities of the judicial branch?

• declare war

• declare laws unconstitutional

• protect individual rights granted by the constitution

• decides what laws mean

What are some responsibilities of the legislative branch?

• write laws

• appoints justices to the supreme court

• declare war

• controls taxing and spending

Who must be 35 years old to qualify?

(a)