Unit 3 Review - Branches of Government

Which branch of government CREATES the laws?

• Legislative branch
• Administrative branch
• Judicial branch
• Executive branch

Who is responsible for holding the impeachment trials?

• Supreme Court
• Senate
• House of Representatives
• President

What is the purpose or role of a joint committee?

• To address common concerns that require input from both the House of Representatives and the Senate.

• To serve as a liaison between state and federal governments
• To oversee the implementation of laws passed by Congress
• To conduct investigations into executive branch activities

Which branch of government carries out the laws?

• Military branch
• Legislative branch
• Executive branch
• Judicial branch

What is the purpose of the State of the Union Address?

• To inform Congress and the American people about the current state of the nation and outline the President's legislative agenda.
• To declare a national emergency
• To discuss international trade agreements
• To announce personal matters of the President

What are the formal requirements to run for president?

• Must be a natural-born citizen of the United States, be at least 35 years old, and have been a resident of the United States for at least 14 years.
• Must be at least 25 years old
• Must be a naturalized citizen of the United States
• Must have been a resident of the United States for at least 10 years

When charges are brought against the official for evidence of treason, bribery, or other serious crimes

• acquittal
• conviction
• impeachment
• indictment

People who work to influence politicians in Congress

• Lobbyists
• Judges
• Senators
• Politicians

The group that advises the president on important federal matters

• Senate
• Supreme Court
• Cabinet
• House of Representatives

How many justices on the Supreme Court must agree for there to be a majority decision?

• 9
• 5
• 7
• 3