History Kids: Three Branches of Government

The video tutorial explores the formation of the US government, focusing on the separation of powers among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. It explains the roles and responsibilities of each branch, the system of checks and balances, and how these elements ensure a balanced distribution of power. The tutorial also includes interactive questions to reinforce learning.

In which city did the founding fathers meet to draft the US Constitution?

• Baltimore

• Philadelphia

• Boston

• New York

What is the term used to describe the division of the US government into three branches?

• Monroe Doctrine

• Mayflower Compact

• Declaration of Independence

• Separation of Powers

Which branch of the US government is responsible for making laws?

• None of the above

• Executive

• Judicial

• Legislative

How many senators are elected from each state to the US Senate?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

What is the total number of seats in the US House of Representatives?

• 324

• 100

• 435

• 500

What is the minimum age requirement to become the President of the United States?

• 35

• 40

• 25

• 50

Who assists the President in making important decisions?

• Congress

• Cabinet

• Senate

• Governors

How many justices serve on the US Supreme Court?

• Five

• Twelve

• Nine

• Seven

What is the primary role of the judicial branch?

• Define laws

• Enforce laws

• Create laws

• None of the above

How can Congress override a presidential veto?

• By a presidential pardon

• By a Supreme Court ruling

• By a 2/3 majority in both houses

• By a simple majority