Branches of Government

What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances?

• To allow the judicial branch to control the other branches

• To ensure that one branch has all the power

• To share power among the branches and prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful

• To make sure the president can make all decisions

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Who is included in the executive branch?

• The state governors

• The Supreme Court justices

• The president, vice president, and the cabinet

• The Senate and the House of Representatives

How many Senators are there in the Senate?

• 100

• 50

• 435

• 9

What is the role of the Supreme Court?

• To interpret the Constitution and laws

• To negotiate treaties

• To advise the president

• To write and pass laws

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which branch of government is responsible for approving presidential nominations to the cabinet?

• Executive branch

• Legislative branch

• Judicial branch

• State governments