3 Branches of Gov't and Checks and Balances

Senators are elected for ________ year terms.

In the case Marbury v. Madison, the Supreme Court established its power of judicial review, which allows the court to

Which branch has the power to appoint Supreme Court justices and other federal judges?

Who can veto a bill passed by Congress?

What limits the president’s power to make treaties with other countries?

The framers created a form of government in which no _________________ could have too much power.

Every state (regardless of size) has two ________________.

What does it mean to "check" the power of government.

The three branches of government are

The legislative branch is made up of the

Each branch can ________ the powers of the other branches.

Supreme Court Justices may serve for ____________.

The number of ________________ in every state is determined by population

_______________ are selected by the President and advise the President.

How can federal courts check the president’s power?

Presidents are elected for ________ year terms.

Representatives are elected for ________ year terms.

The highest court in the US is the ______________.

What is meant by “separation of powers”?

The executive branch is made up of the

How can federal courts check the power of Congress?

The judicial branch is made up of the

Congress is made up of