WorksheetsUnit 3: Structure of Gov't
Total questions: 55
Worksheet time: 34mins
Which branch of government interprets/determines what a law means?
executive
legislative
judicial
Which is NOT a power of the president?
power to tax and make laws
commander and chief of the military
power to veto bills
power to pardon criminals
Which branch of government enforces the laws?
Who is the G.O.A.T?
The Rizzful one
Hint: He is also Him
Super Sigma
Super Riz
Genius
100 Aura
Clock it 👌
7 + 1 = 8 🍽️ 💅
Mr. Lumbrazo
Literally Anyone Else
What is the word for a Legislature consisting of 2 parts.
Legislative Branch
Judges on the supreme court are a part of which branch of government?
establish Justice,.....What does this phrase mean?
create a fair legal system,
a better union of states than before
join together to defend against attacks,
keep things peaceful at home
insure domestic Tranquility,.....What does this phrase mean?
create a fair legal system,
a better union of states than before
join together to defend against attacks,
keep things peaceful at home
provide for the common defense,.....What does this phrase mean?
a better union of states than before
create a fair legal system,
join together to defend against attacks,
keep things peaceful at home
The preamble of a document serves as a/an:
(Which part of the constitution is the preamble?)
introduction to a document
summary of a document
midpoint in a document
conclusion of a document
Which part of the Constitution establishes the 6 goals and purpose of the government?
the Articles
the Amendments
the Preamble
The branch of government that reviews and interprets laws to determine whether they are fair or unfair.
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
This branch has the Supreme Court
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
This branch has the President
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
This Branch is also known as Congress
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
This chamber of the legislative branch is made up of 435 representatives, based on population.
Starts things.
(Little Brother)
House of Representatives
Senate
This chamber of the legislative branch is made up of 100 representatives, 2 per state.
ALSO, THEY APPROVE THINGS.
(Big Brother)
House of Representatives
Senate
Division of Power between the 3 branches of government.
Equal Powers
Separation of Powers
Infinity Stones
Bicameral Legislature
Prevents any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Allows each branch of government to LIMIT/STOP powers of the other two branches.
Separation of Powers
Federalism
Checks & Balances
Natural Rights
The structure and powers of each branch of government are outlined in the...
Preamble
Amendments
Articles 1,2, and 3 of the Constitution
Article 1 is the ________________ Branch
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Congress
Article 2 is the _________________ Branch.
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Chief
Article 3 is the _________________ Branch.
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Useless
Which Branch of Government can Grant Pardon's?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Which list includes roles of the president?
Chief Justice, Commander-in-Chief
Commander-in-Chief, Chief Executive
Speaker of the House, Chief Executive
Speaker of the House, Chief Justice
Richard Nixon was almost removed from office. But, He Quit before they could remove him. What is the Process of Removing a President called?
presidential impeachment
presidential nomination
presidential election
presidential veto
The President is the leader of the military. Anything he says goes. The Military have to follow the President's orders. This power is known as ______________________________.
chief legislator
negotiator-in-chief
chief regulator
commander-in-chief
Who is the leader of the House of Representatives?
(hint: they speak for the house)
Vice President
President Pro Tempore
Speaker of the House
Majority Whip
When the Judicial Branch decides whether something is Constitutional or Unconstitutional. This is know as ________________________.
Its the only thing they do!
Constitutional Review
Constitutional Interpretation
Judicial Review
Judicial Interpretation
Who interprets the law?
Congress
(legislative)
President
(executive)
Supreme Court
(judicial)
The People
SS.7.C.1.7
True/False: The President can "check" the Judicial Branch by appointing (Picking) justices to the Supreme Court.
True
False
SS.7.C.1.7
Dividing up the abilities or roles of the government is known as what?
Judicial Review
Separation of Powers
Amendment Process
Who was the Enlightenment thinker to first suggest the separation of powers & checks and balances in government?
Who can Veto Laws made by the legislative branch?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Who Makes Appointments(picks) to the Supreme Court and Cabinet?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Who APPROVES appointments of federal judges?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
What are the Two Houses of Congress?
House of Reps. and Senate
Senate and Supreme Court
President and Cabinet
House of Reps and Cabinet
In 1957, President Eisenhower sent the National Guard into Little Rock, Arkansas to prevent racial violence and create peace in our country. Which goal from the Preamble is associated with this action?
To form a more perfect Union
To insure domestic tranquility
To secure the blessings of liberty
To provide for the common defense
Which list includes roles of the president? (executive branch)
Chief Justice, Commander-in-Chief
Commander-in-Chief, Chief Executive
Speaker of the House, Chief Executive
Speaker of the House, Chief Justice
True or False:
One of the main jobs of The Senate is to Approve the actions of other branches.
True
False
Which part of the constitution establishes the goals and purpose of the government?
Articles
Preamble
Amendments
Bill of Rights
Which branch includes the President, Vice President, and the Cabinet?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Supreme Court
Which branch includes isdivided into two houses: The House of Representatives and the Senate which together are called Congress?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Supreme Court
Dividing up the functions or role of government is known as what?
Judicial Review
Separation of Powers
Amendment Process
Checks and Balances
The ability of one branch of government to limit or STOP the power of the other branches of government is known as what?
Executive Order
Checks and balances
Amendment Process
Separation of Powers
The president vetoes a bill passed by Congress. Which constitutional principle is MOST directly demonstrated?
Separation of powers
Checks and balances
Federalism
Popular sovereignty
A question describes a power that is specifically listed in the U.S. Constitution. What type of power is being described?
Reserved power
Enumerated power
Implied right
Judicial power
Congress takes action after a president is accused of serious wrongdoing. Which constitutional process does this clue suggest?
Ratification
Judicial review
Impeachment
Naturalization
The government takes action to restore peace and order after unrest occurs within the United States. Which goal of the Preamble does this BEST demonstrate?
Ensure domestic tranquility
Provide for the common defense
Secure the blessings of liberty
Form a more perfect union
The federal government increases military protection against a threat from another country. Which goal of the Preamble does this BEST demonstrate?
Establish justice
Promote general welfare
Provide for the common defense
Ensure domestic tranquility
