Branches of Government Crossword Puzzle

About the Branches of Government Crossword Puzzle

This puzzle covers the three branches of the United States federal government and how they share power. Look for terms such as Congress, Cabinet, Supreme Court, veto, and judicial review, along with roles like Speaker and Chief Justice. It is a good fit for students learning civics, teachers looking for a classroom activity, or anyone interested in how the federal government works.

This crossword draws on 38 clues about Branches of Government. Each grid uses a different handful and fits them together a new way, so press New puzzle for another whenever you finish. The answers are in the answer key when you print, and behind the Reveal button when you play.

Sample clues

• •Formal change to a charter (9 letters)
• •Building where Congress meets (7 letters)
• •National lawmaking body (8 letters)
• •Branch that carries out laws (9 letters)
• •Formal session for receiving testimony (7 letters)
• •Nation’s system of tribunals (9 letters)
• •Relating to the making of laws (11 letters)
• •Head of the executive branch (9 letters)

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