Three Branches of Government
Legislative Branch Writes laws Approves treaties Grants money Declares war Confirms presidential appointments
Article I Click this document to access the primary source web page.
Judicial Branch Interprets the Constitution Reviews lower-court decisions
Article II Click this document to access the primary source web page.
Executive Branch Conducts foreign policy Makes treaties Commands armed forces Proposes laws Appoints ambassadors/officials Administers the laws
Article III Click this document to access the primary source web page.
Who Comprises these Branches? o Legislative – Congress o Judicial – Supreme Court o Executive – President and Cabinet
Checks and Balances