Government 3rd Grade

What does the term “separation of powers” mean about the three branches of our government?

• The three branches are equal with each other in power.

• The three branches are unequal and do not share any powers.

• The three branches are kept together and always work together.

• The three branches have different powers so no branch has more control.

Which of the following is an example of something that the federal government would manage?

• The federal government issues drivers’ licenses.

• The federal government can amend the Constitution.

• The federal government is in charge of public schools.

• The federal government manages the election of the Governor.

What branch of government is led by the President of the United States?

• the executive branch of the federal government

• the legislative branch of the federal government

• the executive branch of the Georgia state government

• the legislative branch of the Georgia state government

What branch of government makes laws?

• Local Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

Which branch of the national government is led by the United States Supreme Court?

• Local Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

Which of the following public officials works in the executive branch of state government?

• mayor

• governor

• president

• state judge

What is another name for the legislative branch of the Georgia state government?

• Georgia General Assembly

• Georgia Legislative Council

• Cabinet of the State of Georgia

• Congress of the State of Georgia

Jackie had a trial in a Georgia court that she did not think was fair. Which branch of the Georgia government can review her trial?

• Local Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

Which of the following is an example of the powers of the judicial branch of government?

• creating laws that are fair

• determining if laws are fair

• proposing laws to be created

• approving laws that were created

What is the MAIN responsibility of the executive branch of the United States government?

• making laws

• enforcing laws

• amending laws

• interpreting laws