Branches of Government

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

• The three branches are equal with each other.

• The three branches are unequal without any powers

• The three branches are kept together with each other.

• The three branches are kept separate from each other.

What does the phrase “common good” mean?

• Something that is common for all

• Something that will not benefit everyone

• something that will benefit everyone

• Something for only a few people to enjoy

The chief justice of the Supreme Court of the United States is part of the

• Executive branch.

• Judicial branch.

• Legislative branch.

• Legislative branch.

Which of the following is part of Georgia's legislative branch?

• the governor of Georgia

• the Georgia General Assembly

• the Georgia Supreme court

• the Georgia attorney general

Which statement is NOT CORRECT about the national government of the United States?

• Members of Congress work for the judicial branch.

• Members of Congress work for the legislative branch.

• Supreme Court justices are part of the judicial branch.

• The president of the United States is the leader of the executive branch.

Who is in charge of the executive branch of the national (Federal) government of the United States?

• Who is in charge of the executive branch of the national government of the United States?

• the mayor

• the president

• the senator

Which of the following is part of Georgia's judicial branch?

• the governor of Georgia

• the Georgia General Assembly

• the Georgia Supreme Court

• the attorney general of Georgia

What is the title of the person in charge of the executive branch of the Georgia state government?

• governor

• mayor

• President

• senator

How many judges are a part of the judicial branch in Georgia?

• 27

• 34

• 9

• 100

Which of the following correctly completes this chart?

• changes laws

• interprets laws (Are they fair?)

• passes laws

• writes laws