Branches of Government Review

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.

Why are the three branches of our government kept separate?

• to keep one branch from having all of the power

• to give one branch more power over the others

• to make sure the president has all the power

• to provide citizens with public services

Which of the following would be the BEST title for this list?

• State Government

• Local GovernmentS

• School Government

• Federal Governemnt

Which job is a part of the federal executive branch of government?

• governor

• mayor

• president

• senator

What branch of government makes laws?

• Local Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Legislative Branch

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

• Judicial Branch

• Executive Branch

• Local Branch

• Legislative Branch

What branch of government is led by the president?

• the executive branch of the Georgia state government

• the executive branch of the national government

• the legislative branch of the national government

• the legislative branch of the Georgia state government

What is the MAIN responsibility of the executive branch of the US government?

• making laws

• amending laws

• interpreting laws

• enforcing laws

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

• creating laws that are fair

• determining if laws are fair

• proposing laws to be created

• approving laws that were created

Which branch of government makes the laws at the national and state levels?

• Local Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch