What is the main job of the Legislative Branch?

The Legislative Branch is responsible for making laws.

What are the two parts of the Legislative Branch?

The Senate and the House of Representatives

The Judicial Branch interprets laws and ensures they comply with the Constitution.

Name: Exploring the Branches of Government
Author: Insta~Lesson

5th Grade · Social Studies · 45 min

I can name the three branches of government and describe their roles.

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The three main branches of the U.S. government are the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial.
2
The Legislative branch makes laws, the Executive branch enforces laws, and the Judicial branch interprets laws.
3
The Legislative branch is made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives.

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