Branches of Government and Their Functions

The lesson introduces third-graders to the concept of government, focusing on the three branches: legislative, judicial, and executive. It discusses how citizens can participate in government, referencing a mock election. A video is reviewed to reinforce learning, followed by a detailed explanation of each branch's role. The concept of checks and balances is introduced to explain how power is balanced among the branches. The lesson concludes with a homework assignment.

What is the main focus of today's lesson?

• Art

• Social Science

• Mathematics

• Physical Education

Which branch of government is responsible for enforcing laws?

• Legislative

• Judicial

• Executive

• None of the above

Who is primarily in charge of the executive branch at the national level?

• The President

• The Senate

• The Supreme Court

• Congress

What is the primary role of the legislative branch?

• To veto laws

• To make laws

• To interpret laws

• To enforce laws

Which group is part of the legislative branch?

• The Supreme Court

• The President

• Congress

• The Cabinet

What does the judicial branch do with the laws?

• Enforces them

• Ignores them

• Interprets them

• Creates them

Who is included in the judicial branch?

• Congress

• The President

• Judges and the Supreme Court

• The Cabinet

What ensures that no branch of government becomes too powerful?

• The Senate

• Checks and Balances

• The Supreme Court

• The President

What happens if the legislative branch does something wrong?

• Nothing can be done

• The executive branch can intervene

• The President can veto it

• The judicial and executive branches can challenge it

Are any of the branches of government more important than the others?

• Yes, the judicial branch is the most important

• No, all branches are equal

• Yes, the legislative branch is the most important

• Yes, the executive branch is the most important