CL.C&G.2.3 : Structure & Function of the US Government

What is the primary purpose of the United States Constitution as described in the passage?

• To empower the government with the authority of the people

• To establish a monarchy

• To centralize power in the executive branch

• To eliminate the legislative branch

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Which branch of the United States government is responsible for drafting proposed laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• State

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Who presides over the Senate and breaks ties when necessary?

• Vice President

• President

• Speaker of the House

• Chief Justice

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What is the role of the judicial branch according to the passage?

• Interprets laws and ensures they align with the Constitution

• Drafts proposed laws

• Leads the armed forces

• Advises the President

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What does the Evidence Act of 2018 require federal agencies to do?

• Develop evidence-based policies

• Print money

• Declare war

• Eliminate state powers

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What is the main purpose of dividing the U.S. government into three branches?

• To help the President make faster decisions

• To give more power to state governments

• To create a system of checks and balances

• To help the military control the country

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How does the executive branch check the power of the legislative branch?

• The executive branch can override laws passed by the legislative branch.
• The executive branch appoints members of the legislative branch.
• The executive branch can dissolve the legislative branch at any time.
• The executive branch checks the legislative branch through the presidential veto.

The (a)   branch makes laws and includes Congress, which is divided into the Senate and the House of Representatives.

Which level of government is mainly responsible for public safety and education?

• Federal government
• International organizations
• Private sector
• State and local government

In a federal system, power is shared between national and state governments.

• True

• False