Exploring the Three Branches of Government

The video explores the U.S. government's structure, focusing on the Constitution's creation and the three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. It explains the roles and responsibilities of each branch and the system of checks and balances designed to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.

In which city did the founding fathers meet in 1787 to discuss the Constitution?

• Philadelphia

• Boston

• Baltimore

• New York

What is the term used to describe the division of the U.S. government into three branches?

• Declaration of Independence

• Separation of Powers

• Mayflower Compact

• Monroe Doctrine

Which of the following is NOT a branch of the U.S. government?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Federal

How many senators are elected to represent each state?

• It depends on the population

• 5

• 1

• 2

How many seats are there in the U.S. House of Representatives?

• 435

• 325

• 500

• 100

What is the minimum age requirement to become the President of the United States?

• 40

• 50

• 25

• 35

Who helps the President make important decisions?

• Governors

• Agencies

• Congress

• Cabinet

How many justices serve on the Supreme Court?

• 5

• 7

• 9

• 12

What is one of the main roles of the judicial branch?

• Manage the budget

• Create new laws

• Define laws

• Approve treaties

How can Congress limit the power of the President?

• By passing new spending laws

• By choosing Supreme Court justices

• By overturning a veto with a two-thirds majority

• By refusing to follow the Constitution