3 Branches of Government Review

In what way can the executive branch check the power of the legislative branch?

• Veto a bill

• Create lower courts

• Impeach a federal judge

• Declare a Congressional action unconstitutional

Which branch has the authority to call a special session, veto legislation, and appoint federal judges?

• executive

• legislative

• judicial

Which branch can override a veto, use their impeachment power, and approve presidential appointments?

• executive

• legislative

• judicial

Which branch has the power to declare acts or laws unconstitutional?  

• executive

• legislative

• judicial

Which branch enforces the law?

• executive

• legislative

• judicial

Which branch makes the law?

• executive

• legislative

• judicial

Which branch interprets the law?

• executive

• legislative

• judicial

Which best defines a caucus?

• Organization of liked-minded voters debating on who to vote for (similar to a primary)

• Announcing your plan to run for office

• The location where major parties meet to select their candidate and set their platform

• Election to select their candidate within each party

What is the total number of possible votes in the Electoral College?

• 270

• 100

• 435

• 538

How many representatives are in the U.S. Congress?

• 100

• 535

• 435

• 538