First, listen to the lecture.
Next, answer the questions (using the slides as reference if you need them).

What does "separation of powers" mean?
What are the three primary responsibilities of all governments (and all authority figures)?

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?
What is the name of the group that makes up this branch of government?
Why do the American people need to pay attention to who represents them in Congress?

Besides the president, who makes up the executive branch?
What is the main job of the organizations in the executive department?
Why do the American people need to pay attention to who they choose to be their president?

What branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws?
Why do laws often need to be interpreted by the Supreme Court?
Why should Americans think of the Supreme Court when they decide who they want to be their president?