Understanding the U.S. Supreme Court

The video tutorial for third graders covers the three branches of the U.S. government: legislative, executive, and judicial. It explains the roles and responsibilities of each branch, focusing on how they make, enforce, and interpret laws. The video also details the structure and function of the Supreme Court, including the life appointment of justices. Additionally, it introduces the concept of checks and balances, ensuring no single branch becomes too powerful. The session concludes with an assignment to reinforce learning.

Which branch of government is primarily responsible for creating laws?

• Federal

• Judicial

• Legislative

• Executive

Who is included in the executive branch besides the President and Vice President?

• Congress

• Supreme Court Justices

• Cabinet and Armed Forces

• State Governors

What is the main function of the judicial branch?

• To enforce laws

• To veto laws

• To create laws

• To interpret laws

How many justices currently serve on the United States Supreme Court?

• Eleven

• Thirteen

• Seven

• Nine

What is the term length for a Supreme Court Justice?

• Life

• Eight years

• Six years

• Four years

What is the purpose of the checks and balances system?

• To ensure one branch has all the power

• To give Congress control over the judiciary

• To prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful

• To allow the President to make all decisions

How can the legislative branch check the power of the President?

• By declaring laws unconstitutional

• By enforcing laws

• By appointing justices

• By overriding a presidential veto

What document guides the Supreme Court in its decisions?

• The Federalist Papers

• The Declaration of Independence

• The United States Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

Who appoints the justices of the Supreme Court?

• The Senate

• The President

• The House of Representatives

• The Chief Justice

What is the role of the Chief Justice?

• To veto bills

• To lead the legislative branch

• To preside over the Supreme Court

• To enforce laws