What is the primary purpose of the system of checks and balances in the U.S. political system?

U.S. Political System Fundamentals

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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To ensure one branch has more power than the others
To maintain a balance of power among the branches
To eliminate the need for a judicial system
To allow the President to make all decisions
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Who is the head of the Executive Branch in the United States?
The Senate Majority Leader
The Speaker of the House
The Chief Justice
The President
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the main function of the Legislative Branch?
To interpret laws
To enforce laws
To make laws
To conduct foreign policy
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How many houses make up the U.S. Congress?
Four
Two
One
Three
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the role of the Supreme Court in the U.S. political system?
To interpret laws and ensure their constitutionality
To enforce laws
To manage the federal budget
To create laws
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which branch of government has the power to declare laws unconstitutional?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary role of political parties in the U.S.?
To shape the political landscape and represent diverse ideologies
To interpret laws
To enforce laws
To manage the economy
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