US Constitution: The Separation of Powers in the U.S. Government

The video explains the framework of the US federal government, which is divided into three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. Each branch has distinct roles and operates independently. The legislative branch, composed of Congress, creates laws and manages the budget. The executive branch, led by the President, enforces laws and manages foreign relations. The judicial branch, headed by the Supreme Court, interprets laws. The video also discusses the importance of cooperation between branches and historical challenges to their separation.

Which branch of the US government is responsible for creating laws and managing the federal budget?

• Federal

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

Who leads the Executive branch of the US government?

• The House of Representatives

• The President

• The Supreme Court

• The Senate

Where does the Executive branch primarily operate?

• The US Capitol

• The Supreme Court building

• Federal courthouses

• The White House

What is the primary role of the Judicial branch?

• To create laws

• To interpret laws

• To manage the federal budget

• To enforce laws

How are federal judges appointed, and how long do they serve?

• Elected by the public, serve for 4 years

• Appointed by the President, serve for life or until retirement

• Appointed by Congress, serve for 10 years

• Elected by the Senate, serve for life