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3. The JOB of the executive branch of state government is to CARRY OUT THE LAWS of the state. The executive branch of government has many departments. For example this branch deals with highway safety and protecting natural resources.

4. Who is in charge of the executive branch? The GOVERNOR is the head of the executive branch. They are elected by the citizens of Florida every four years. They can then choose people to help run the state.

5. Directions: Write the answers to the questions on a separate sheet of paper. 1.Who is the head of the executive branch of state government? A. PresidentB. Governor C. Judge 2.What is the job of the executive branch of government? A. To make the laws B. To interpret the laws C. To carry out the laws

6. Legislative Branch The job of the legislative branch of state government is to make the laws. A bill is an idea for a law. This branch has two parts: the Senate and the House of Representatives. Together these two groups are called the General Assembly. Senate + House of Representatives= General Assembly

7. Legislative Branch Quiz Directions: Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper. 1.What are the Senate and House of Representatives called together? A. Good leaders B. General Assembly C. Supreme Court 2.What is the job of the legislative branch of government? A. Make the lawsB. Carry out the laws C. Make decisions about the laws

8. Judicial Branch The job of the judicial branch of government is to interpret the law. This means this branch makes decisions about the law and decides if laws go against the Florida Constitution. The Florida Constitution is a document that explains the job of each branch, and contains Florida’s laws.

9. The judges of the Supreme Court are at the head of the judicial branch. The highest court in Florida is the Supreme Court. All other courts and judges in Florida are also part of the judicial branch of government.

10. Judicial Branch Quiz 1.What is the highest court in Florida called? A. High CourtB. Supreme Court C. Ultimate Court 2. Who is the head of the judicial branch of government? A. GovernorB. Mayor C. Supreme Court Justices

11. 3. What is the job of the judicial branch of government? A. Interpret the laws B. Carry out the lawsC. Make the laws 4.Which branch of government decides if a law goes against the Florida Constitution? A. LegislativeB. ExecutiveC. Judicial