The Three Branches of Government

Why does the U.S have three branches of government?

• Government Control.

• To keep one branch from becoming too powerful (Checks and Balances).

• To force citizens to follow three different powers.

• To give more people jobs.

Which of the following are NOT one of the three branches of government?

• Judicial

• Secretary of State

• Legislative

• Executive

• FBI

Which of the following is considered the lawmaking branch of government?

• Executive

• Judicial

• Legislative

• Federal

The __________ is the head of the Executive Branch.

This branch of government carries out or executes the laws.

• Judicial

• State

• Legislative

• Executive

The _____________ branch interprets the laws.

The Legislative Branch has two houses of Congress. Which of the following are the names of the two houses?

• House of Representatives & Republicans

• Senate & Supreme Court

• House of Representatives & Senate

• Senate & The President

Who has the power to veto a bill before it becomes a law?

• Vice President

• President

• Supreme Court

• Congress

Which of the following are members of the President's Cabinet?

(Check All That Apply)

• Secretary of State

• Supreme Court

• Senate

• Secretary of Defense

• Vice President

The highest court in the judicial branch is called?

• Supreme Court

• Federal Court

• State Court

• Appellate Court