3.3 Understanding the US Government Structure

What is the primary function of the Legislative Branch?

• Interpreting laws

• Making laws

• Enforcing laws

• Commanding the military

How many chambers are there in Congress?

• Two

• Four

• Three

• One

Which branch has the power to declare war?

• Executive

• Judicial

• None

• Legislative

Who heads the Executive Branch of the United States?

• The Senate

• The President

• The Supreme Court

• The Speaker

What role does the President play in the military?

• Senior Advisor

• Chief Operations Officer

• General Secretary

• Commander-in-Chief

How is the President of the United States elected?

• By the Supreme Court

• By the Senate

• By the House of Representatives

• By popular vote

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws?

• Administrative

• Judicial

• Executive

• Legislative

What is the highest court in the United States?

• The Court of Appeals

• The Supreme Court

• The District Court

• The National Court

Which branch ensures laws are constitutional?

• Judicial

• Legislative

• Executive

• Administrative

What system prevents one branch of government from becoming too powerful?

• The Educational System

• The Checks and Balances System

• The Electoral System

• The Judicial System