Three Branches of the US Government

What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances in the United States government?

• To give more power to the executive branch
• To prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful
• To limit the power of the judicial branch
• To ensure the legislative branch has the final say

Which branch of government includes the president, vice president, and cabinet?

• Executive branch
• Legislative branch
• Judicial branch
• None of the above

How long is the term of the president of the United States?

• 2 years
• 4 years
• 6 years
• 8 years

Who is the second highest executive office in the U.S. government?

• President
• Vice President
• Speaker of the House
• Chief Justice

Which branch of government is responsible for writing and passing laws?

• Executive branch
• Legislative branch
• Judicial branch
• None of the above

How many senators are there in the United States Senate?

• 50
• 100
• 435
• 538

How long is the term of a senator?

• 2 years
• 4 years
• 6 years
• 8 years

Who is the head of the Senate?

• President
• Vice President
• Speaker of the House
• Chief Justice

How many representatives are there in the House of Representatives?

• 50
• 100
• 435
• 538

How long is the term of a representative?

• 2 years
• 4 years
• 6 years
• 8 years