Understanding the Three Branches of the U.S. Government

What is the primary function of the legislative branch?

• Enforcing laws

• Interpreting laws

• Making laws

• Appointing government officials

How many U.S. Senators are there?

• 50

• 100

• 435

• 4 million

Who is responsible for enforcing the laws set forth by Congress?

• The President

• The Vice President

• The Cabinet

• The Supreme Court

What is the main responsibility of the executive branch?

• Making laws

• Interpreting laws

• Enforcing laws

• Appointing government officials

What is the highest court in the United States?

• Federal district courts

• U.S. Supreme Court

• State courts

• Cabinet

How many justices are there on the U.S. Supreme Court?

• 5

• 7

• 9

• 12

What is the role of the judicial branch?

• Making laws

• Interpreting laws

• Enforcing laws

• Appointing government officials

What is the purpose of the Cabinet?

• To settle disputes among states

• To interpret federal laws

• To enforce laws

• To assist the President in making decisions

How many branches are there in the U.S. government?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4