3 Branches of Government Flashcards
What are the three branches of the U.S. government?
Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches.
What is the main role of the Legislative Branch?
To make laws.
What is the main role of the Executive Branch?
To enforce and carry out laws.
What is the main role of the Judicial Branch?
To interpret laws and ensure they are applied fairly.
What makes up the Legislative Branch?
Congress, which includes the Senate and the House of Representatives.
How many members are in the Senate, and how is representation determined?
100 members, with 2 senators from each state.
How many members are in the House of Representatives, and how is representation determined?
435 members, with representation based on a state’s population.
Who leads the Executive Branch?
The President of the United States.
What are some powers of the President?
Vetoing bills, acting as Commander-in-Chief of the military, negotiating treaties, and appointing federal officials.
What makes up the Judicial Branch?
The Supreme Court and lower federal courts.
How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
Nine justices, including one Chief Justice.
What is the primary power of the Supreme Court?
Judicial review, the ability to declare laws or executive actions unconstitutional.
How does the Legislative Branch check the Executive Branch?
By overriding vetoes, approving appointments, and having the power to impeach the President.
How does the Judicial Branch check the other branches?
By ruling on the constitutionality of laws or executive actions.
How does the Executive Branch check the Legislative Branch?
By vetoing laws passed by Congress.
