Question

Complete the following paragraph with the correct phrases. There are extra phrases you will not use. (6 points)
Each of the three branches of the U.S. government can check the power of the other branches. The legislative branch checks the judicial branch by , and it checks the executive branch by. In turn, the executive branch checks the legislative branch by, and it checks the judicial branch by. Finally, the judicial branch checks the legislative branch by, and it checks the executive branch by.

Answer 1

Each of the three branches of the U.S. government can check the power of the other branches. The legislative branch checks the judicial branch by impeaching federal judges, and it checks the executive branch by overriding presidential vetoes. In turn, the executive branch checks the legislative branch by vetoing bills, and it checks the judicial branch by appointing federal judges. Finally, the judicial branch checks the legislative branch by declaring laws unconstitutional (judicial review), and it checks the executive branch by declaring executive actions unconstitutional.