Exploring the Three Branches of Government

The video tutorial explains the structure of the United States government, focusing on its three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. It describes how the government operates as a democracy, where citizens elect representatives. The legislative branch, known as Congress, consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate. The executive branch is led by the President, who ensures laws are obeyed. The judicial branch, headed by the Supreme Court, interprets laws and ensures they align with the Constitution. The video emphasizes the importance of voting and citizen participation in government.

What type of democracy does the U.S. follow?

• Direct democracy

• Theocratic democracy

• Monarchical democracy

• Representative democracy

How many branches does the U.S. government have?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

What is the main role of the Legislative Branch?

• Commanding the military

• Interpreting laws

• Creating and voting on laws

• Enforcing laws

How many senators does each state have?

• Three

• Two

• Based on population

• Varies by state

Who leads the Executive Branch of the U.S.?

• The Supreme Court

• The Senate

• The President

• The Speaker of the House

What is the role of the Vice President in the Senate?

• Voting member

• Ceremonial role

• President of the Senate

• None

How many justices are on the Supreme Court?

• Nine

• Fifteen

• Six

• Twelve

What does the Judicial Branch primarily do?

• Command the military

• Interpret laws

• Enforce laws

• Create laws

What rights does the Bill of Rights guarantee?

• Right to a fair trial

• Right to freedom of speech

• Right to vote

• All of the above

Who approves Supreme Court justices?

• The President

• The Vice President

• The House of Representatives

• The Senate