Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances

Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances

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Social Studies

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which branch of the national government is responsible for making laws?

Back

Legislative branch

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

According to the Constitution, which branch of the national government is in charge of executing the law?

Back

Executive branch

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main job of the judiciary branch?

Back

Interpreting laws

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which branch of the national government has the power to declare war?

Back

Legislative branch

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What power does the legislative branch have over the President's appointment of judges and officials?

Back

They can reject them.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can the executive branch check the power of the legislature?

Back

By carrying out laws in ways contrary to what Congress wanted, By calling Congress into a special session, By vetoing Congress' laws.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main check that the judiciary branch has on the other branches?

Back

Reviewing laws and executive actions

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