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Structure of Government Essay Assignment
O’LEARY - Due: Thursday, Feb. 25/ Friday, Feb. 26
Directions: Choose one (1) essay from the menu below to write. Each response must include an
outline and a five-paragraph essay written in paragraph(s) form and answer all aspects of the
question. Don’t forget to use a three-point thesis to guide the essay!
ESSAY QUESTIONS
o Why are there three branches of government? Explain how they are structured and
the powers given to each branch.
o Which branch of government do you think is the most important and why?
o How and why has the United States Constitution created a system of checks and
balances?
o Recently, Justice Antonin Scalia passed away leaving an open seat on the Supreme
Court bench. This has cause a stir in both the Legislative and Executive Branches.
Explain why this topic has received the amount of new coverage and debates.