U.S. Government Structure and Functions

The video tutorial covers the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution, outlining its six goals. It explains the seven basic principles, including popular sovereignty and checks and balances. The structure and functions of the three government branches—legislative, executive, and judicial—are detailed, along with the amendment process. The video emphasizes the importance of the Constitution as a living document that adapts to changing needs.

What is the primary purpose of the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution?

• To list the rights of citizens

• To provide a historical background

• To set specific goals for the Constitution

• To outline the structure of the government

Which principle allows states to change their government if it no longer serves the people?

• Federalism

• Popular Sovereignty

• Republicanism

• Individual Rights

How is representation determined in the House of Representatives?

• By the number of senators

• By the number of electors

• Based on the population of each state

• By equal representation for each state

What is the role of the Speaker of the House?

• To oversee the Supreme Court

• To act as a powerful leader in the House of Representatives

• To lead the Senate

• To serve as the head of the Executive Branch

What is the purpose of the elastic clause in the legislative branch?

• To establish the Supreme Court

• To provide equal representation

• To allow Congress to make necessary and proper laws

• To limit the powers of Congress

Who is the head of the Executive Branch?

• The Chief Justice

• The Vice President

• The President

• The Speaker of the House

What is the main function of the Electoral College?

• To directly elect the President

• To appoint Supreme Court justices

• To elect members of Congress

• To elect the President through electors

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

• The Electoral College

• The Judicial Branch

• The Executive Branch

• The Legislative Branch

What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances?

• To amend the Constitution

• To establish the Supreme Court

• To provide equal representation

• To ensure one branch does not become too powerful

How can amendments to the Constitution be proposed?

• By the Supreme Court

• By the President

• By a simple majority in Congress

• By two-thirds of the House and Senate or a National Convention