Which of the following statements describes the structure

of the government outlined in the Constitution? Select all
that apply.
The executive branch would carry out the laws.
The executive branch would make laws.
The legislative branch would make laws.
The legislative branch would interpret laws.
The judicial branch would interpret the laws
The judicial branch would carry out the laws.

1 answer

The statements that accurately describe the structure of the government outlined in the Constitution are:

  1. The executive branch would carry out the laws.
  2. The legislative branch would make laws.
  3. The judicial branch would interpret the laws.

The other statements are incorrect because:

  • The executive branch does not make laws; that is the role of the legislative branch.
  • The legislative branch does not interpret laws; that is the role of the judicial branch.
  • The judicial branch does not carry out laws; that is the role of the executive branch.