Government Branches and Checks Cards

About this printable

This printable contains labelled cards for the Executive, Legislative and Judicial branches plus a 'What is a check?' card, cards listing specific checks (e.g. veto, override, judicial review), and several short example scenarios that show one branch checking another. It is designed as a hands-on sorting/matching resource to reinforce separation of powers and checks-and-balances vocabulary. Cards are colour-coded and laid out with dotted cut lines so teachers can quickly print and cut for pairs or small groups.