Checks & Balances Quiz

What are the three branches of the United States government as established by the Constitution?

• Legislative, Executive, Judicial

• Legislative, Executive, Administrative

• Executive, Judicial, Administrative

• Judicial, Legislative, Administrative

Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for making laws?

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Administrative Branch

Who has the power to appoint Supreme Court judges?

• The President

• Congress

• The Supreme Court

• The Senate

How can Congress check the power of the President?

• By impeachment

• By declaring executive orders unconstitutional

• By vetoing bills

• By appointing Supreme Court judges

What happens if the President vetoes a bill?

• It goes back to Congress for another vote

• It becomes law automatically

• It is sent to the Supreme Court for review

• It is discarded permanently

Which branch of government interprets the law and can declare laws unconstitutional?

• Judicial Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Administrative Branch

What role does the Vice-President play in the Senate?

• Deciding vote in case of a tie

• Appointing Supreme Court judges

• Declaring laws unconstitutional

• Vetoing bills