Three Branches of

the U.S. GovernmentBy: Your Name

E

There are 3 Branches to the U.S. Government

L J

The White House The U.S. Capitol The Supreme Court

The E Branch Is made up of:

• The P• And the Vice P

The P is the Head of the E branch. This branch ensures that everyone in the court obeys the laws. The responsibilities of the P include:

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3. Picture of President

The L Branch Is also known as the

Congress. This branch has the power to make laws. It is made up of two houses:

• The S• And the H of R

Picture of Congress

Congress

The S is made up of # people from every state for a total of 100 members.

The responsibilities of the S include:

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The number of representatives in the H of R from each state is determined by each state’s pop___.

The responsibilities of the H of R include:

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3.

The J Branch Is made up of the S__ Court.

The S__ Court is made up of # members who are appointed by the P. It is the highest court in the United States.

The responsibilities of the J Branch/S Court include:

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3.Picture of S__ Court

Together, all three branches, the E, the L and the J all serve to govern and protect the people by

leading the people, making just laws and prosecuting those who don’t follow the laws.

Each branch serves as a “check on” for the other two. (Explain)

This system is known as

““Checks and Balances”.Checks and Balances”.