The Three Branches of Government
Authored by Meghan Waibel
Social Studies
9th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the Legislative Branch?
The branch of government responsible for interpreting laws
The branch of government responsible for enforcing laws
The branch of government responsible for making laws
The branch of government responsible for managing the economy
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Federalism is a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units. Why did the framers choose this system of government?
To prevent the concentration of power and protect individual liberties
To establish a monarchy
To create a single, unified government
To eliminate state governments
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the definition of federalism?
A system of government where power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units.
A political system where a single central government holds all the power.
A form of government where the executive branch is separate from the legislative branch.
A system of government where power is inherited through family lineage.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The framers chose federalism because:
It allowed for a strong central government.
It balanced power between national and state governments.
It was the only system they were familiar with.
It eliminated the need for state governments.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a reason the framers chose federalism?
To create a strong national government only
To avoid the problems of the Articles of Confederation
To centralize all power
To eliminate state governments
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the national government manage according to federalism?
Local schools
National defense
City parks
State highways
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a key power of the state government?
Handles foreign affairs
Regulates education
Declares war
Manages national issues
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