U.S. Government Structure and Functions

What is the main purpose of the three branches of the U.S. government?

• To ensure that no one part becomes too powerful

• To create laws for each state

• To elect the President

• To manage the economy

Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for making laws?

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Military Branch

How many members are there in the U.S. Senate?

• 100 members

• 435 members

• 50 members

• 9 members

Who leads the Executive Branch of the U.S. government?

• The President of the United States

• The Chief Justice

• The Speaker of the House

• The Vice President

What is the role of the Judicial Branch?

• To interpret the laws

• To make the laws

• To enforce the laws

• To veto bills

How many justices are on the Supreme Court?

• 9 justices

• 12 justices

• 7 justices

• 5 justices

What can the President do if they disagree with a bill from Congress?

• Veto the bill

• Sign the bill

• Amend the bill

• Ignore the bill