Chapter 3 NAME DATE CLASS Guided Reading Activity The Constitution Lesson 2 The Three Branches of Government Review Questions Directions: Locate each heading below in your text Then use the in information under the correct heading and subheading to help you write each answer. 1. The National Government A. What was one of the most persuasive arguments for the Constitution in The Federalist Papers? II. Legislative Branch B. How did the Founders use separate branches to create a limited government? A. What is the responsibility of the legislative branch, and how did the Founders prevent the legislative branch from abusing its powers? III. Executive Branch B. What are some examples of Congress's enumerated powers? A. What is the function of the executive departments federal agencies, board; commissions, government corporations, and advisory boards? B. What specific powers are given to the president under the Constitution?

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Chapter 3 NAME DATE CLASS Guided Reading Activity The Constitution Lesson 2 The Three Branches of Government Review Questions Directions: Locate each heading below in your text Then use the in information under the correct heading and subheading to help you write each answer. 1. The National Government A. What was one of the most persuasive arguments for the Constitution in The Federalist Papers? II. Legislative Branch B. How did the Founders use separate branches to create a limited government? A. What is the responsibility of the legislative branch, and how did the Founders prevent the legislative branch from abusing its powers? III. Executive Branch B. What are some examples of Congress's enumerated powers? A. What is the function of the executive departments federal agencies, board; commissions, government corporations, and advisory boards? B. What specific powers are given to the president under the Constitution?

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I. The National Government8. The founders used separate branches to create a limited government to prevent the abuse of power.II. Legislative BranchA. The legislative branch is responsible for making laws, and the Founders prevented its abuse by dividing powers among the House, Senate, and President.B. Examples of Congress's enumerated powers include the authority to levy taxes, coin money, and declare war.III. Executive BranchA. The executive departments, federal agencies, etc., implement laws and policies.B. The president's specific powers under the Constitution include vetoing legislation, serving as commander-in-chief, and making treaties with Senate approval.

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