Exploring the Three Branches of Government

Exploring the Three Branches of Government

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

6th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Easy

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Mia Campbell

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The video uses a three-ring circus analogy to explain the structure of the U.S. government. It describes the three branches: executive, legislative, and judiciary, highlighting their roles and functions. The concept of checks and balances is also discussed, emphasizing how each branch controls the others to maintain balance. The video concludes by reinforcing the importance of each branch and the audience's role in overseeing government performance.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the three-ring government analogy compare the government to?

A musical band

A circus

A business corporation

A sports team

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is considered the ringmaster of the government?

The Vice President

The President

The Chief Justice

The Speaker of the House

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main role of the Executive branch?

Interpreting laws

Creating laws

Vetoing laws

Enforcing laws

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the Legislative branch?

Enforcing laws

Advising the President

Making laws

Interpreting laws

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which branch of government is responsible for passing laws?

None of the above

Executive

Legislative

Judiciary

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which branch is in charge of interpreting laws and managing crimes?

Judiciary

Legislative

None of the above

Executive

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What ensures that no single part of the government becomes too powerful?

Elections

Public opinion

Judicial review

Checks and balances

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