Exploring the Branches of Government

The video explains the three branches of the US government: legislative, executive, and judicial. The legislative branch, consisting of Congress, writes laws. The executive branch, led by the president, enforces laws and manages national defense. The judicial branch, headed by the Supreme Court, interprets laws. A system of checks and balances ensures no branch becomes too powerful, with each branch having specific powers and limitations. The video also discusses the roles of the House of Representatives and the Senate, the president's cabinet, and the process of impeachment.

Which branch of the government is responsible for creating laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Cabinet

How many total seats are there in the House of Representatives?

• 100

• 50

• 535

• 435

Who has the authority to approve treaties with other countries?

• The Supreme Court

• The House of Representatives

• The President

• The Senate

Who is the commander-in-chief of the military?

• The President

• The Secretary of Defense

• The Chief Justice

• The Vice President

How many justices are on the Supreme Court?

• 15

• 7

• 12

• 9

What happens if the Supreme Court finds a law unconstitutional?

• The law is enforced

• The law is struck down

• The law is amended

• The law is reviewed by the President

Which branch can veto bills?

• The Senate

• The Executive Branch

• The Legislative Branch

• The Judicial Branch

What is required for Congress to override a presidential veto?

• A simple majority in both houses

• Two-thirds majority in one house

• Two-thirds majority in both houses

• Unanimous consent in both houses

Who must approve the appointment of Supreme Court justices?

• The House of Representatives

• The President

• The Senate

• The Vice President

What is the main purpose of the system of checks and balances?

• To speed up the law-making process

• To give one branch more power over others

• To prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful

• To allow the President to make all final decisions