Exploring the Three Branches of Government

Exploring the Three Branches of Government

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video explains the three branches of the U.S. government: Executive, Legislative, and Judicial. The Executive Branch, led by the President, makes policy decisions and oversees the military. The Legislative Branch, or Congress, debates and passes laws, and oversees the President's activities. The Judicial Branch, including the Supreme Court, interprets laws. Together, these branches form a complete system of governance.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary role of the President of the United States?

To oversee the activities of Congress

To pass laws

To make important policy decisions

To interpret laws

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for debating and passing laws?

Military Branch

Judicial Branch

Legislative Branch

Executive Branch

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main responsibilities of Congress?

To oversee the activities of the President

To make important policy decisions

To command the military

To interpret laws

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who helps decide what laws mean when there is a disagreement?

The President

Congress

Judges

The Military

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the Supreme Court in the U.S. government?

To be the ultimate judge of the land

To pass laws

To oversee the activities of the President

To make important policy decisions