Three Branches of the U.S. Government

Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for writing our nation's laws?

• Legislative branch

• Executive branch

• Judicial branch

• Cabinet

How many seats are there in the House of Representatives?

• 100

• 435

• 50

• 2

How many representatives does each state have in the Senate?

• Varies based on population

• 2

• 100

• 435

Which branch of the U.S. government has authority over treaties with other countries?

• Legislative branch

• Executive branch

• Judicial branch

• Cabinet

Who is the commander-in-chief of the military?

• President

• Vice President

• Speaker of the House

• Supreme Court Chief Justice

Which branch of the U.S. government carries out laws and approves and recommends new ones?

• Legislative branch

• Executive branch

• Judicial branch

• Cabinet

Which branch of the U.S. government is headed by the Supreme Court?

• Legislative branch

• Executive branch

• Judicial branch

• Cabinet

What happens if the Supreme Court decides that a law is unconstitutional?

• The law is struck down

• The law remains in effect

• The law is sent back to Congress for revision

• The law is automatically repealed

Which branch of the U.S. government can declare the president's actions unconstitutional?

• Legislative branch

• Executive branch

• Judicial branch

• Cabinet

What helps keep the federal government in balance?

• Checks and balances

• Separation of powers

• Both checks and balances and separation of powers

• None of the above