U.S. Government Structure and Roles

The video tutorial provides an overview of the U.S. government, focusing on the executive branch. It explains the roles of the president, vice president, and the cabinet, which advises the president. The video also covers the two-party political system in the U.S., highlighting the Republican and Democratic parties. Finally, it presents sample civics test questions related to the government structure and political parties.

Which of the following is NOT one of the three branches of the U.S. government?

• Executive

• Federal

• Judicial

• Legislative

Who is primarily responsible for leading the executive branch of the U.S. government?

• The Chief Justice

• The Secretary of State

• The President

• The Vice President

What is the main role of the President's Cabinet?

• To enforce laws

• To judge legal cases

• To advise the President

• To create laws

Which of the following is a Cabinet-level position?

• Chief of Staff

• Secretary of Agriculture

• Attorney General

• Speaker of the House

How many Cabinet members are there, excluding the Vice President?

• 10

• 18

• 12

• 15

Which two major political parties dominate the U.S. political system?

• Republican and Democratic

• Independent and Socialist

• Democratic and Libertarian

• Republican and Green

What is a key difference between the Republican and Democratic parties?

• Their views on government size and role

• Their stance on foreign policy

• Their opinion on judicial appointments

• Their approach to education

Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for interpreting laws?

• Executive

• Federal

• Legislative

• Judicial

Who typically belongs to one of the two major political parties in the U.S.?

• Supreme Court Justices

• The President and Vice President

• City Mayors

• State Governors

What is the primary function of the legislative branch?

• To create laws

• To enforce laws

• To interpret laws

• To advise the President