Question 16 of 128

Name the three branches of government.

Official USCIS answers (in English)

  • Legislative, executive, and judicial
  • Congress, president, and the courts

How to answer

Topic: American Government — System of Government.

You must give 3 of the answers listed below, not just one.

Source: USCIS, 128 Civics Questions and Answers (2025 version), form M-1778 (09/25). Answers that can change are listed at uscis.gov/citizenship/testupdates. Freedom to Belong is an educational nonprofit and is not affiliated with USCIS.