Unit 4

Which of the following is NOT a branch of government?

• Judicial

• Executive

• Legislative

• Administrative

What is the name of our federal legislative branch?

• Board of Supervisors

• General Assembly

• Parliament

• Congress

Congress is bicameral. What does that mean?

• It works for both the federal and state governments.

• It has two houses.

• It is allowed to write federal, state, and local laws.

• It has two jobs.

What are the two houses of Congress? Select both.

• Senate

• General Assembly

• House of Representatives

• Board of Supervisors

Which TWO statements are TRUE about the House of Representatives?

• The population of a state determines how many members that state gets.

• There are a total of 100 members in the House.

• Each state gets the same amount of House members.

• There are 435 members in the House.

How many Senators does each state get?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• It depends on their population.

Which branch writes our laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Administrative

Which branch enforces or carries out the laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Administrative

Which branch approves the budget, confirms nominations, and regulates interstate trade?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Administrative

Who creates the budget and appoints cabinet members, ambassadors, and judges?

• General Assembly

• Supreme Court

• Congress

• President