SSCG4a

Which branch of the U.S. government is primarily responsible for creating laws?

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Judicial Branch

• All of the above

What is the main function of the executive branch of the U.S. government?

• To interpret laws

• To enforce laws

• To create laws

• To adjudicate legal disputes

Which of the following is a power of the judicial branch?

• Vetoing legislation

• Declaring laws unconstitutional

• Appointing federal officials

• Declaring war

The concept of checks and balances ensures that:

• One branch of government does not become too powerful

• All branches have the same power

• The President has final authority on all matters

• The states have more power than the federal government

Which branch of the U.S. government has the power to impeach the President?

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Both B and C

What is the term used to describe the division of power among the three branches of government?

• Federalism

• Republicanism

• Separation of powers

• Pluralism

Which branch of government is responsible for appointing Supreme Court Justices?

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Both A and B

How can the legislative branch check the power of the judicial branch?

• By vetoing court decisions

• By impeaching judges

• By enforcing judicial rulings

• By nominating judges

What limitation is placed on the executive branch by the Constitution?

• The President cannot declare war without Congressional approval

• The President can serve an unlimited number of terms

• The President can pass laws without Congressional approval

• The President has full control over state governments

Which of the following is a check that the judicial branch has over the legislative branch?

• The power to enact taxes

• The power to override a presidential veto

• The power to declare legislation unconstitutional

• The power to initiate revenue bills