CIPP/US Practice Questions | 400 Questions with 100% Correct Answers | Verified | 41 Pages

The U.S. Constitution establishes what three branches of government? - ANS - Legislative, Executive, Judicial What establishes the three branches of the U.S. Government? - ANS - The U.S. Consitution What is the purpose of the three-branch government design? - ANS - To provide a separation of powers with a system of check and balances among the branches. What similarities are found between state and federal government? - ANS - The three branches are also often found at the state and often the local levels. What is the legislative branch's make-up? - ANS - The legislative branch is made up of elected representatives who write and pass laws. It includes the Congress (House and Senate). What does the legislative branch do? - ANS - Congress confirms presidential appointees, and can override vetoes. What are the duties of the executive branch? - ANS - The executive branch's duties are to enforce and administer the law. Who makes up the executive branch? - ANS - The President, Vice President, cabinet, and federal agencies (such as the FTC). What can the executive branch do? - ANS - President appoints federal judges. It can veto laws passed by Congress.