Government 3 Branches Federal only

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

• The three branches are equal

• The three branches are unequal

• The three branches are important

• The three branches are separate

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

What are the THREE branches of the government of the United States?

• the executive branch

• the legislative branch

• the military branch

• the treasury branch

• the judicial branch

The legislative branch of the US government is responsible for

• enforcing laws

• amending laws

• interpreting laws

• making laws

The executive branch of the US government is responsible for

• enforcing laws

• amending laws

• interpreting laws

• making laws

The judicial branch of the US government is responsible for

• enforcing laws

• amending laws

• interpreting laws

• making laws

Who is in charge of the EXECUTIVE government at the NATIONAL or FEDERAL level?

• President

• Governor

• Georgia General Assembly

• Congress

• U.S. Supreme Court

Who is in charge of the LEGISLATIVE government at the NATIONAL or FEDERAL level?

• President

• Governor

• Georgia General Assembly

• Congress

• U.S. Supreme Court

Who is in charge of the JUDICIAL government at the NATIONAL or FEDERAL level?

• President

• Georgia Supreme Court

• Georgia General Assembly

• Congress

• U.S. Supreme Court