The Three Branches of Government

The Three Branches of Government
By: Bradie Vaubel EDCI 270 Click here!

Overview…

Lets Get Started! Student Teacher

Objectives: Given a PowerPoint, students will be able to identify and recognize the 3 Branches of Government. Given a quiz, students will be able to recognize the differences between each branch and what they are used for with 100% accuracy.

Continued: Learning Environment: In a class room with computers available. Target Learners: 9th-10th grade American Government class. Good ratio between boys and girls. Mainly Caucasian with some African Americans and Latinos. Teaching Standards: SS. USG Explain the importance of government, politics, and civic engagement and how citizens participate in civic and political life.

Home Page: Tip: Executive #1 Legislative Judicial #3 #2
1.) Click on a branch to get started! 2.) Go in numerical order!

Executive Branch: Who? The President of the United States, also the Vice President (if he/she is needed to take over Presidency) are the members of the Executive Branch. Executive

Executive Branch: What?
The Executive Branch has the role of Head of State and Head of Government of the U.S. This is the highest branch of government. It is in charge of executing the law. Executive

Executive Branch: How Long?
The Executive Branch can serve up to 2 terms which is a total of 8 years if reelected. If not reelected, only 4 years. Executive

Executive Branch: Action!
We the people can take action by having the right to vote for President and Vice President. Executive

Executive Branch: Practice Quiz
How long does a term last in the Executive Branch? A.) 4-8 years B.) 3-7 years C.) 5-10 years Executive

Now click the arrow button for the next question!
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True or false, the people matter when it comes to the Executive Branch. A.) True B.) False Executive

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True or false, the Executive Branch is the highest of all the branches. A.) True B.) False Executive

Now click the home button to start the next branch!
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Legislative Branch: Who?
The House of Representatives and the Senate (Congress). There are 435 members of the House and 100 Senators. Legislative

Legislative Branch: What?
This branch has the authority to enact legislation, declare war, confirm & reject Presidential appointments, and substantial investigate powers. They are in charge of creating the law. Legislative

Legislative Branch: How Long? The term limit for a Senate is 6 years.
The term limit for a House of Representatives is 2 years. Legislative

Legislative Branch: Action!
We the people have the power to vote for Congress. Each state gets to vote on 2 Senators & depending on population, a representative for the House. Legislative

Legislative Branch: Practice Quiz
How long can a Senators term be? A.) 4 years B.) 6 years C.) 2 years Legislative

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True or false, the Legislative Branch is made up of 2 groups of people. A.) True B.) False Legislative

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True or false, the Senate is not included in the Legislative Branch. A.) True B.) False Legislative

Now click the home button to explore the final branch!
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Judicial Branch: Who? The Judicial Branch consists of Federal Judges of the Supreme Court. Judicial

Judicial Branch: What? These judges administrate justice and resolve legal disputes whether civil or criminal. They also interpret the law. Judicial

Judicial Branch: How Long?
The Judicial Branch serves “during good behavior.” This means they are appointed for life unless they are impeached or removed from office. Judicial

Judicial Branch: Action! The people cannot elect the this branch.
They are appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate. Judicial

Judicial Branch: Practice Quiz
Who makes up the Judicial Branch? A.) Congress B.) The President C.) Federal Judges Judicial

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True or false, we can elect members of the Judicial Branch. A.) True B.) False Judicial

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How long does a Federal Judge serve? A.) 10 years B.) For life unless impeached C.) 4 years Judicial

Now click the arrow button for the real quiz!
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3 Branches of Government Quiz:
What is the highest branch of government? A.) Legislative B.) Executive C.) Judicial Executive, Legislative, & Judicial

Now click the arrow button for the next question.
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What branch is in charge of making the laws? A.) Executive B.) Legislative C.) Judicial Executive, Legislative, & Judicial

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True or false, we the people can vote for the members of each branch. A.) True B.) False Executive, Legislative, & Judicial

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Who makes up the legislative branch? Otherwise known as Congress. A.) President & Senate B.) Judges & House of Representatives C.) Senate & House of Representatives Executive, Legislative, & Judicial

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Who appoints the judges of the Judicial Branch? A.) President B.) Senate C.) Both A & B Executive, Legislative, & Judicial

Now click the arrow button to see what happens next!
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3 Branches of Government
CONGRATS!! You have finished this tutorial! You should now feel confident about the basic components of the 3 Branches of Government! Click the smiley face to end this tutorial. 3 Branches of Government

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