History Kids: The Legislative Branch

The video tutorial explores decision-making processes, starting with a simple group decision about movies and expanding to the formation of the U.S. government post-Revolutionary War. It details the creation of the legislative branch, known as Congress, which includes the House of Representatives and the Senate. The video explains the roles, structures, and powers of these bodies, emphasizing the system of checks and balances. It concludes with a review of Congress's powers, including lawmaking, budget approval, and oversight of the executive branch.

What document established the framework for the U.S. government?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Constitution

• The Magna Carta

• The Declaration of Independence

Where did the founding fathers meet to draft the Constitution?

• Boston

• Washington D.C.

• New York City

• Philadelphia

What is the primary function of the legislative branch?

• To enforce laws

• To make federal laws

• To supervise state governments

• To recommend justices for the Supreme Court

How many seats are there in the House of Representatives?

• 800

• 200

• 435

• 650

What is one of the roles of the Speaker of the House?

• To appoint members to committees

• To supervise state governments

• To recommend justices for the Supreme Court

• To enforce laws

How many senators are elected from each state?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• It depends on the population

Who casts the deciding vote in the Senate in case of a tie?

• The Senate Majority Leader

• The Vice President of the United States

• The President of the United States

• The Speaker of the House

What is a unique power of the House of Representatives?

• To approve treaties

• To initiate revenue legislation

• To supervise state governments

• To recommend justices for the Supreme Court

Which body has the power to approve or reject treaties?

• The Supreme Court

• The Senate

• The President

• The House of Representatives

What is one of the powers of Congress?

• To create state laws

• To pass a national budget

• To enforce laws

• To recommend justices for the Supreme Court