Understanding the Three Branches of the U.S. Government

What is the main theme of the introduction to the three branches of the U.S. government?

• The branches are led by the president.

• The branches work collaboratively.

• The branches have no specific roles.

• The branches work independently.

Which two houses make up the Legislative branch?

• The Senate and the House of Representatives

• The President and the Vice President

• The Supreme Court and the Lower Courts

• The Cabinet and the Congress

Who leads the Executive branch?

• The President and Vice President

• The House of Representatives

• The Supreme Court Justices

• The Senate

What is the primary role of the Judicial branch?

• To create laws

• To manage the economy

• To interpret laws and uphold constitutional rights

• To enforce laws

What ensures that justice never fails according to the Judicial branch?

• Staying true to equality

• Managing the government budget

• Creating new laws

• Enforcing existing laws