Question 15 of 128
There are three branches of government. Why?
Official USCIS answers
- So one part does not become too powerful
- Checks and balances
- Separation of powers
Why this is the answer
The U.S. Constitution divides government power into three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. Each branch has different powers and can check the others, so no one branch becomes too powerful.
💡 Memory tip: Three branches mean no single branch rules alone.
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Source: USCIS, 128 Civics Questions and Answers (2025 version), M-1778.