Separation of Powers Quiz

Which branch of government has the power to interpret the Constitution?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• Administrative

Which branch of government is primarily responsible for making laws?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• Administrative

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

• Enforcing laws

• Declaring laws unconstitutional

• Making treaties

• Passing legislation

What is the primary role of the executive branch?

• To interpret laws

• To make laws

• To enforce laws

• To declare laws unconstitutional

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

• By vetoing executive orders

• By declaring executive actions unconstitutional

• By appointing cabinet members

• By passing new laws

What is a power reserved for the federal government?

• Issuing driver's licenses

• Establishing post offices

• Regulating intrastate commerce

• Conducting local elections

Which of the following is a check on the executive branch by the legislative branch?

• Declaring executive orders unconstitutional

• Vetoing bills

• Approving treaties

• Appointing federal judges

What power does the legislative branch have over the executive branch?

• Veto power

• Judicial review

• Impeachment

• Appointment of judges

What is the primary function of judicial review?

• To create laws

• To interpret laws

• To enforce laws

• To amend the Constitution

Which of the following is an example of state power?

• Declaring war

• Regulating interstate commerce

• Conducting elections

• Coining money