The Formation of the Legislative Branch

The video discusses decision-making in groups and transitions to how the U.S. government was formed post-Revolutionary War. It explains the drafting of the Constitution in 1787, which established a government with three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. The legislative branch, known as Congress, is highlighted as crucial for making federal laws. The video also covers the separation of powers and checks and balances to prevent any branch from becoming too powerful. Finally, it reviews the legislative branch's structure and function, with questions to reinforce learning.

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