Understanding Virginia's Government Structure

Miss Kessler introduces Virginia's three branches of government: the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. She explains the roles of each branch, starting with the legislative branch, which includes the General Assembly, Senate, and House of Delegates. The executive branch, led by the governor, ensures laws are executed. The judicial branch, or state court system, handles legal cases and law constitutionality. The video concludes with a summary and a preview of deeper exploration into each branch in future lessons.

What are the three branches of Virginia's government?

• Executive, Legislative, and Judicial

• Governor, Mayor, and Council

• Federal, State, and Local

• Senate, House, and Court

What is the legislative branch of Virginia's government called?

• The Council of Delegates

• The House of Representatives

• The State Senate

• The General Assembly

Which two parts make up the General Assembly?

• Governor and Mayor

• Judicial and Executive

• Senate and House of Delegates

• Council and Committee

Who is primarily responsible for carrying out laws in Virginia?

• The Governor

• The Senate

• The Judicial Branch

• The House of Delegates

Which branch is responsible for ensuring laws are followed?

• Executive Branch

• Federal Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Judicial Branch

What is the main role of the judicial branch in Virginia?

• To manage state finances

• To create new laws

• To interpret laws and decide legal cases

• To enforce laws

What does the judicial branch decide on?

• Educational policies

• State budget allocations

• New laws to be enacted

• Cases about law violations and constitutional agreements

What will students learn about in the next few days?

• Local government operations

• Detailed roles and responsibilities of each government branch

• History of Virginia

• Federal government structure

What is the purpose of the upcoming deeper exploration into each branch?

• To explore economic policies

• To study historical events

• To learn about international governments

• To understand who does what and their job roles