Judicial Branch
What is the main job of the judicial branch?
Interpret laws
What is the main job of the executive branch?
Enforces the laws
What is the main job of the legislative branch?
Makes the laws
What is the Separations of Powers?
The separation of powers is the division of government power, authority, and responsibilities within the United States into three branches.
What type of government were the framers trying to avoid?
A tyrannical government where one person or group has absolute power.
What is the highest court in the United States that leads the judicial branch?
The Supreme Court.
Who holds the top position in the Executive Branch?
The president
Who leads the legislative branch?
Congress
What is the purpose of separating powers into three branches?
To prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.
In which year was the U.S. Constitution written?
1787
Who is second-in-command in the Executive Branch?
Vice President
How many senators does each state have?
2 senators per state
What branch can declare war?
Legislative
Which article of the Constitution mentions the executive branch?
Article 2
How many senators are there in total?
100
Which dictator influenced many founding fathers to create the separation of powers?
King George 3rd
How long do Supreme Court justices serve?
For life (or until they retire)
How many members are in the House of Representatives?
435 members
Which branch holds the most power in the U.S. government?
None (Each branch has its own powers and checks the others)
Which article of the Constitution mentions the legislative branch?
Article 3