Name the three branches of government?
In the U.S., there are three branches of government: executive, legislative, and judicial. The Executive Branch is responsible for carrying out laws. The Legislative Branch makes laws and the Judicial Branch interprets laws.
Branches of Government
Executive Branch: The branch of government that carries out laws. Legislative Branch: The branch of government that makes laws. Judicial Branch: The branch of government that interprets laws.
Concepts:
The President is part of the Executive Branch, while Congress is part of the Legislative Branch. The Supreme Court is the highest court in the Judicial Branch. The Constitution established the three branches of government to limit power and protect citizens' rights.
Fun facts:
Work together in pairs: What is the role of the judicial branch of government?
Work together in pairs: Describe one way the branches of government work together to solve problems.
Brain break: Draw a picture of a giant cat riding a bicycle through a field of flowers!
What are the three branches of the US government?
- Legislative, Executive, and Judicial
- Political, Economic, and Social
- Congress, Senate, and Supreme Court
- Lawmakers, Judges, and Presidents
Which branch of the government is responsible for making laws?
- Legislative Branch
- Executive Branch
- Judicial Branch
- None of the Above
Which branch of the government is responsible for enforcing laws?
- Legislative Branch
- Executive Branch
- Judicial Branch
- None of the Above
Which branch of the government is responsible for interpreting laws?
- Legislative Branch
- Executive Branch
- Judicial Branch
- None of the Above
Which branch of the government controls the military?
- Legislative Branch
- Executive Branch
- Judicial Branch
- None of the Above