Powers of Government Branches

Which branch of government is responsible for creating laws?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

The Legislative Branch is made up of which two bodies?

• Senate and House of Representatives

• President and Vice President

• Supreme Court and Lower Courts

Who commands the military and represents the United States in dealings with foreign nations?

• Congress

• The President

• The Supreme Court

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting and applying the laws?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

The Judicial Branch ensures that laws adhere to the ______.

• B) Constitution

• C) Congress

• D) Public opinion

What is a key responsibility of the Executive Branch?

• To sign or veto laws

• To create laws

• To interpret laws

Who has the power to veto laws in the Executive Branch?

• The Senate

• The President

• The Supreme Court

Who appoints judges to the Supreme Court?

• Congress

• The President

• The Senate

Congress can refuse to give money the President asks for and can ______ the President if needed.

• support

• impeach

• elect

What can Congress do if they disagree with the courts' decisions?

• Nothing

• Make new laws

• Change the Courts/Make New Laws