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Who’s Got the Power?

Who’s Got the Power?. The Constitution balances the power shared among the 3 branches of government by giving each branch power to keep the other branches in “check”. .

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Who’s Got the Power?

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  1. Who’s Got the Power?

  2. The Constitution balances the power shared among the 3 branches of government by giving each branch power to keep the other branches in “check”.

  3. You will form teams of 3-4 persons each. All teams will be given a situation and must decide which branch of government is responsible for the stated action. Declare Your Power

  4. If your team answers with the correct branch of government, your team will earn 10 points. Declare Your Power

  5. After giving a correct answer, your team can earn 20 bonus points by stating which branch can check that power. Check on Power

  6. A final challenge will be revealed at the end of the game for 50 additional points. Good Luck,Teams! A Final Check

  7. An immigration bill is vetoed. Question One Which branch is responsible?

  8. Answer One:The Executive Branch Bonus: Check on Power Next Question

  9. The Legislative Branch can override the veto with a vote of two-thirds from each house. Bonus: Check on Power NEXT QUESTION

  10. A health care bill is passed by Congress. Question Two Which branch is responsible?

  11. The Legislative Branch Answer Two Bonus: Check on Power Next Question

  12. The Executive Branch (The President can veto the bill.) Bonus: Check on Power NEXT QUESTION

  13. A federal judge is appointed to the Supreme Court. Question Three Which branch is responsible?

  14. The Executive Branch Answer Three Bonus: Check on Power Next Question

  15. The Legislative Branch (The Senate must approve the appointment.) Bonus: Check on Power NEXT QUESTION

  16. A treaty is made with another nation. Question Four Which branch is responsible?

  17. The Executive Branch Answer Four Bonus: Check on Power Next Question

  18. The Legislative Branch (The Senate approves treaties.) Bonus: Check on Power NEXT QUESTION

  19. A person is convicted of a federal crime. Question Five Which branch is responsible?

  20. The Judicial Branch Answer Five Bonus: Check on Power Next Question

  21. The Executive Branch (The President can grant pardons.) Bonus: Check on Power NEXT QUESTION

  22. A law is declared unconstitutional. Question Six Which branch is responsible?

  23. The Judicial Branch Answer Six Bonus: Check on Power Next Question

  24. The Legislative Branch (This branch can propose an amendment to the Constitution to override the decision, but the amendment must be approved by ¾ of the States.) Bonus: Check on Power NEXT QUESTION

  25. The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces. Question Seven Which branch is responsible?

  26. The Executive Branch Answer Seven Bonus: Check on Power Next Question

  27. The Legislative Branch (This branch is the only branch that has the power to declare war.) Bonus: Check on Power NEXT QUESTION

  28. A president has not faithfully carried out the duties & responsibilities of his/her office. Question Eight Which branch is responsible?

  29. The Executive Branch Answer Eight Bonus: Check on Power Next Question

  30. The Legislative Branch (Congress may impeach the President.) Bonus: Check on Power NEXT QUESTION

  31. The annual budget has been created. Question Nine Which branch is responsible?

  32. The Executive Branch Answer Nine Bonus: Check on Power Next Question

  33. The Legislative Branch (This branch has the “power of the purse” and controls money spent on executive actions.) Bonus: Check on Power NEXT QUESTION

  34. A judge commits a crime. Question Ten Which branch is responsible?

  35. The Judicial Branch Answer Ten Bonus: Check on Power Next Question

  36. The Legislative Branch has the power to impeach a member of the judiciary. Bonus: Check on Power NEXT QUESTION

  37. Operates the federal court system. Question Eleven Which branch is responsible?

  38. The Judicial Branch Answer Eleven Bonus: Check on Power Next Question

  39. The Legislative Branch authorizes the spending of funds for the federal court system. Bonus: Check on Power NEXT QUESTION

  40. Law enforcement officers conduct an illegal search of someone’s property. Question Twelve Which branch is responsible?

  41. The Executive Branch Answer Twelve Bonus: Check on Power Final Check

  42. The Judicial Branch (The Judicial Branch has the power to reject evidence that is gathered in an unlawful manner.) Bonus: Check on Power Final Check

  43. The final bonus question is worth 50 points! Final Check

  44. Who has the final check on both the Legislative Branch and Executive Branch? Question

  45. The people who vote

  46. Teams!Total up your points!

  47. You have the Power! Congratulations!

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