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What can the executive branch do to check the Legislative branch? (Select all that apply)
What are the executive branch's checks on the Judicial branch? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are checks that the Legislative branch has on the Executive branch? (Select all that apply)
What checks does the Legislative branch have on the Judicial branch? (Select all that apply)
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What is the Judicial branch also known as?
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What checks does the Judicial branch have on the Executive branch?
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What checks does the Judicial branch have on the Legislative branch?
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Study Notes
Checks on the Legislative Branch by the Executive Branch
- Proposes laws to shape legislation and guide policy.
- Has the authority to veto laws passed by Congress, blocking legislation.
- Can call special sessions of Congress to address urgent issues.
- Makes appointments to key government positions, influencing administration.
- Negotiates foreign treaties, impacting international relations.
Checks on the Judicial Branch by the Executive Branch
- Appoints federal judges, impacting the judicial landscape.
- Has the power to grant pardons to federal offenders, providing clemency.
Checks on the Executive Branch by the Legislative Branch
- Can override the president's veto with a two-thirds majority vote in both houses.
- Confirms presidential appointments, ensuring oversight of executive authority.
- Ratifies treaties, requiring a two-thirds vote in the Senate.
- Holds the power to declare war, asserting legislative control over military decisions.
- Creates and allocates federal budget funds, maintaining control over financial matters.
- Can impeach and remove the president for misconduct or abuse of power.
Checks on the Judicial Branch by the Legislative Branch
- Establishes lower federal courts, influencing the structure of the judiciary.
- Can impeach and remove federal judges, ensuring accountability.
- Proposes amendments to counter judicial decisions, altering constitutional interpretations.
- Approves appointments of federal judges, impacting the judiciary's composition.
Judicial Branch Overview
- Often referred to as the "Supreme clout," highlighting its significant authority.
Checks on the Executive Branch by the Judicial Branch
- Can declare executive actions unconstitutional, limiting executive power.
Checks on the Legislative Branch by the Judicial Branch
- Can declare actions of Congress unconstitutional, ensuring legislative accountability.
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Test your knowledge on the checks and balances between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. This quiz covers the powers each branch has over the others, highlighting their roles in maintaining a balanced government. Perfect for students of civics or government classes!
