Separation of Powers Flashcards
1
Q
what are the three branches of government?
A
legislative, judicial, and executive
2
Q
what is the responsibility that the legislative branch has?
A
makes the laws
3
Q
what is the responsibility that the judicial branch has?
A
interprets the laws
4
Q
what is the responsibility that the executive branch has?
A
enforces the laws
5
Q
who are the people in charge of making the laws?
A
the house of representatives
6
Q
who are the people in charge of interpreting the laws?
A
the supreme court and other federal courts
7
Q
who are the people in charge of enforcing the laws?
A
the president and executive cabinet
