U.S. Political System Fundamentals

U.S. Political System Fundamentals

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video explores the U.S. political system, detailing the roles of the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches, and the system of checks and balances. It also discusses the influence of political parties, particularly the Democratic and Republican parties, on governance and policy-making. The video emphasizes the importance of power distribution and accountability in safeguarding citizens' rights.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of the system of checks and balances in the U.S. political system?

To ensure one branch has more power than the others

To maintain a balance of power among the branches

To eliminate the need for a judicial system

To allow the President to make all decisions

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the head of the Executive Branch in the United States?

The Senate Majority Leader

The Speaker of the House

The Chief Justice

The President

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main function of the Legislative Branch?

To interpret laws

To enforce laws

To make laws

To conduct foreign policy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many houses make up the U.S. Congress?

Four

Two

One

Three

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the Supreme Court in the U.S. political system?

To interpret laws and ensure their constitutionality

To enforce laws

To manage the federal budget

To create laws

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which branch of government has the power to declare laws unconstitutional?

Executive

Legislative

Judicial

None of the above

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary role of political parties in the U.S.?

To shape the political landscape and represent diverse ideologies

To interpret laws

To enforce laws

To manage the economy

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