The Legislative Branch
Explore the structure, functions, and powers of the U.S. Legislative Branch with this interactive worksheet for 6th graders.
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1. What is the main job of the Legislative Branch?
To interpret laws
To enforce laws
To make laws
To declare war
2. The Legislative Branch is also known as:
The Presidency
The Supreme Court
Congress
The Cabinet
3. The U.S. Congress is made up of two parts: the Senate and the .
4. Each state has senators, regardless of its population.
5. The number of representatives a state has in the House of Representatives is based on its .
6. A bill can become a law without the President's signature.
True
False
7. The Legislative Branch has the power to declare war.
True
False
8. Briefly explain the concept of 'checks and balances' and how the Legislative Branch uses it.
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