Checks and Balances Worksheet
Explore the system of checks and balances in the United States government with this interactive worksheet for Grade 9 students.
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Checks and Balances in the US Government
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Read each question carefully and provide thoughtful answers based on your understanding of the US system of checks and balances.
1. Which branch of government has the power to veto legislation passed by Congress?
Legislative Branch
Executive Branch
Judicial Branch
State Governments
2. The power of judicial review allows the Supreme Court to:
Approve presidential appointments
Declare laws unconstitutional
Negotiate treaties with foreign nations
Impeach federal judges
3. The system of checks and balances was designed to prevent any one branch of government from becoming too .
4. The Branch is responsible for making laws, while the Branch is responsible for enforcing laws.
5. The President can declare war without the approval of Congress.
True
False
6. The Senate has the power to approve or reject treaties made by the President.
True
False
7. Explain the concept of 'separation of powers' and how it relates to checks and balances.
Match each government action with the branch that performs it.
8. Appoints Supreme Court Justices
a. Legislative Branch
9. Ratifies treaties
b. Executive Branch
10. Declares laws unconstitutional
c. Judicial Branch