3rd Understanding Checks and Balances in Government

3rd Understanding Checks and Balances in Government

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Ryan Collier

Social Studies

6th - 10th Grade

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09:55

The video explains the system of checks and balances in the U.S. government, which ensures that no single branch becomes too powerful. It covers the roles and functions of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, and how they interact to maintain balance. The legislative branch, composed of the House of Representatives and the Senate, makes laws. The executive branch, led by the President, enforces laws and can veto legislation. The judicial branch, headed by the Supreme Court, interprets laws and can declare them unconstitutional. The video also discusses the impeachment process and the role of the states in checking federal power.

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1.

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30 sec • 1 pt

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

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How many branches of government are there in the U.S.?

3.

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30 sec • 1 pt

How many senators does each state have?

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Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

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30 sec • 1 pt

Who advises the President of the United States?

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30 sec • 1 pt

How can the President check the powers of Congress?

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30 sec • 1 pt

What is the highest court in the United States?

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30 sec • 1 pt

What happens if the Supreme Court finds a law unconstitutional?

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What role does the Senate play in the appointment of Cabinet members?

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30 sec • 1 pt

What can trigger the impeachment of a President?

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