Branches of Government/Checks and Balances

What is the purpose of the separation of powers?

• to make sure all branches have equal power

• to ensure that no one branch becomes too powerful

• to give more power to the President

• to give more power to Congress

Which branch of the government creates laws?

• Judicial

• Executive

• Legislative

• Federal

Who is in charge of the Executive Branch

• The Supreme Court

• The President

• The Speaker of the House

• The Senators

which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws?

• Judicial

• Legislative

• Executive

• Local Government

Which branch is responsible for enforcing laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Congress

What is the main job of the Legislative Branch?

• To pass laws

• to enforce laws

• to interpret laws

• to veto laws

Who can veto bills passed by Congress?

• The Supreme Court

• The Senate

• The House of Representatives

• The President

Which branch can declare a law unconstitutional?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Presidential

• Judicial

What is the term used when the Supreme Court checks if a law is constitutional?

• Judicial Review

• Bill of Rights

• Filibuster

• Impeach

Which branch of government can approve or reject Presidential appointments?

• Local Government

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial