Chapter 7: Lesson 1&2: US Government

The entire country and it's states must follow the US constitution.

• True

• False

What is the system called that equally divides powers with in the US Government.

• Separation of powers
• Judicial review
• Federalism
• Checks and balances

The Legislative branch is responsible for....?

• creating laws

• interpreting laws
• enforcing laws
• executing laws

What two groups of people are responsible for passing legislation?

• House of Representatives and Senate
• Supreme Court and President
• Local Government and State Legislators
• Political Parties and Interest Groups

The Executive branch is responsible for...?

• Creating new laws and regulations.
• Judging legal cases and disputes.
• Managing foreign relations and treaties.
• Enforcing and carrying out laws.

The Judicial branch is responsible for...?

• Reviewing executive orders and making amendments.
• Interpreting laws and administering justice.
• Creating laws and enforcing them.
• Drafting legislation and managing budgets.

The Supreme Court the most powerful Court in the Unites States?

• False

• True

What are your 3 "aha" moments while watching this video? Think: "What stood out to you? What did you like or dislike? Have you heard of any of the terms before? Do you have any questions that your curious about knowing the answer to?" Answer the prompt in 5 sentences minimum.