U.S. Government Structure and Powers

This video tutorial covers the civics exam's government section, focusing on the separation of powers. It explains the Constitution as the supreme law and details the roles and powers of the three government branches: executive, legislative, and judicial. The legislative process, including how a bill becomes a law, is discussed, highlighting the President's role in signing or vetoing bills. The judicial branch's function in reviewing laws for constitutional compliance is also covered. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of balanced power among branches to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.

What is considered the highest law in the United States?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Federalist Papers

• The Constitution

• The Declaration of Independence

Who holds the power to sign or veto bills in the United States?

• The Supreme Court

• The Congress

• The President

• The Vice President

Which branch of government is responsible for creating federal laws?

• The Executive Branch

• The State Governments

• The Judicial Branch

• The Legislative Branch

What happens if the President vetoes a bill?

• It becomes a law

• It is sent back to Congress

• It is reviewed by the Supreme Court

• It is discarded permanently

What is the role of the judicial branch in the United States?

• To create laws

• To veto laws

• To review laws

• To enforce laws

Which branch of government can stop a law that goes against the Constitution?

• The State Governments

• The Judicial Branch

• The Legislative Branch

• The Executive Branch

What is an example of the separation of powers in the U.S. government?

• The President making laws

• The states creating federal laws

• Congress enforcing laws

• The courts reviewing laws