Executive Branch
What is the main responsibility of the executive branch?
The main responsibility of the executive branch is to enforce laws and carry out laws.
Where does the President of the United States live?
White House
What are the main responsibilities of the judicial branch?
The main responsibilities of the judicial branch are to decide the meaning of laws and settle disagreements.
The head of the Supreme Court is the ________________ ___________________.
Chief Justice
What is judicial review?
Judicial review is the power to decide if a law is constitutional.
Why did the Framers limit the powers of the president?
To make sure the president did not become too powerful like a king.
Where are the presidential qualifications found in the U.S. Constitution?
Article II
What does the following statement mean, "The courts interpret the law"?
The courts decide the meaning of laws.
Why are judges NOT elected?
The judges might favor the people who elected them.
Why is judicial review important to citizens?
Judicial review is important to make sure that no law goes against the Constitution and takes away our rights as citizens.
Name the powers of the president that can be checked by Congress.
Appointments, Treaties, War, Veto, and Impeachment
How are the powers of the President checked?
The powers of the president are checked by the legislative branch and the judicial branch.
Name the highest court in the land.
United States Supreme Court
How long is the term of a Supreme Court justice?
Supreme court justices serve for life, until they retire/resign, die, or are impeached.
Where are the powers and responsibilities for Supreme Court members found in the Constitution?
Article III
What document tells citizens the powers the president should have?
United States Constitution
What are the qualifications for becoming president of the United States?
*must be 35 years old or older *must be born in the United States *must have been a resident of the U.S. for 14 years
What are the men and women of the Supreme Court called?
The men and women of the Supreme Court are called justices.
How many justices are on the United States Supreme Court?
9
How many justices are on the Kentucky Supreme Court?
7