Checks and Balances

Which branch of government makes laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which branch of government enforces the laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which branch of government interprets the laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which branch consists of the two-house Congress (Senate and House of Representatives)?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which branch of government includes the President, Vice President, and the Cabinet?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

Which branch of government is made up of the Supreme Court and other federal courts?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

What is the term for when a branch of government checks on another branch to make sure no one branch has all the power?

• Judicial Review

• Checks and Balances

• Separation of Powers

Which house in the Legislative Branch must approve treaties made by the President?

• Senate

• House of Representatives

• Supreme Court

When a president appoints a Supreme Court justice or federal judge, who must confirm that appointment?

• Senate (Legislative Branch)

• House of Representatives (Legislative Branch)

• Supreme Court (Judicial Branch)

How can the president check the Legislative branch?

• Veto laws

• Pardon criminals

• Override a veto