Understanding the U.S. Government: Structure and Functions

Understanding the U.S. Government: Structure and Functions

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66 Qs

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Understanding the U.S. Government: Structure and Functions

Understanding the U.S. Government: Structure and Functions

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1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

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What is the main purpose of the system of checks and balances in the U.S. Government?

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2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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Which branch of the U.S. Government can veto bills?

Executive

Legislative

Judicial

State

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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Fill in the blank: The _______ branch can reject laws that are unconstitutional.

judicial

executive

legislative

administrative

4.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How many main branches does our government have?

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5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The purpose of the branches working together and checking each other is to:

ensure efficiency and effectiveness in governance

maintain a balance of power and prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful

facilitate communication and cooperation among different branches

streamline decision-making processes

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The system helps prevent any branch from becoming too powerful because:

it allows for checks and balances among branches.

it centralizes power in one branch.

it eliminates the need for a government.

it promotes the dominance of one branch.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Legislative Branch made up of?

Senate and House of Representatives

President and Vice President

Supreme Court

Governors

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