U.S. Political System and Government Roles

The video tutorial provides an overview of the U.S. government, focusing on the executive branch. It explains the roles of the president, vice president, and the cabinet, which advises the president. The tutorial also covers the two-party political system in the U.S., highlighting the Republican and Democratic parties. Finally, it presents sample civics test questions related to the government structure and political parties.

Which of the following is NOT one of the three branches of the U.S. government?

• Executive

• Federal

• Judicial

• Legislative

Who is primarily responsible for leading the executive branch of the U.S. government?

• The Secretary of State

• The Chief Justice

• The President

• The Vice President

What is the main role of the President's Cabinet?

• To make laws

• To lead the military

• To advise the President

• To enforce laws

Which of the following is a Cabinet-level position?

• Speaker of the House

• Secretary of Agriculture

• Chief of Staff

• Attorney General

How many Cabinet members are there, excluding the Vice President?

• 18

• 15

• 12

• 10

Which two major political parties dominate the U.S. political system?

• Democratic and Libertarian

• Republican and Democratic

• Republican and Green

• Independent and Socialist

What is the primary difference between the two major U.S. political parties?

• Their environmental policies

• Their stance on foreign policy

• Their views on government operation

• Their economic policies

Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for interpreting laws?

• Judicial

• Federal

• Legislative

• Executive

Who typically belongs to one of the two major political parties in the U.S.?

• The Governors

• The Supreme Court Justices

• The Senators

• The President and Vice President

What is the role of the Secretary of Education?

• To manage the military

• To handle foreign affairs

• To advise on educational matters

• To oversee transportation