Three Branches of Government

Front

How many branches of the US government are there?

Back

There are three branches of the US government: the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.

Front

Which branch is responsible for creating/writing laws?

Back

Legislative

Front

Who is in charge of the executive branch?

Back

The President of the United States

Front

What does the judicial branch do?

Back

It interprets laws and ensures they are applied fairly.

Front

The court system is part of which branch?

Back

Judicial Branch

Front

What is the name of the highest court in the United States?

Back

The Supreme Court

Front

Which branch enforces the law?

Back

The Executive Branch

Front

The idea that each branch has the power to check the action of other branches is called what?

Back

Checks and Balances