How many total justices serve on the U.S. Supreme Court at any given time?
7
9
11
13
Correct Answer :
B. 9
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Which document outlined the first form of government for the United States before the Constitution?
Declaration of Independence
Articles of Confederation
Constitution of the United States
Bill of Rights
How many amendments are in the U.S. Constitution?
10
20
27
50
What is the highest court in the United States?
Federal District Court
Supreme Court
Appellate Court
Circuit Court
Which branch of government has the power to impeach federal officials?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
How often are members of the U.S. House of Representatives elected?
Every 2 years
Every 4 years
Every 6 years
Every 8 years
Who presides over the Senate in the absence of the Vice President?
The Speaker of the House
The President Pro Tempore
The Senate Majority Leader
The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
Which amendment to the Constitution abolished slavery?
Thirteenth Amendment
Fourteenth Amendment
Fifteenth Amendment
Sixteenth Amendment
Which branch of the U.S. government has the power to declare war?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
Which of the following is a power reserved to the states according to the Tenth Amendment?
Regulating commerce with foreign nations
Declaring war
Conducting elections
Establishing post offices
Which amendment to the Constitution protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures?
First Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
Who has the power to grant pardons for federal offenses?
The President
The Vice President
The Speaker of the House
The Supreme Court
Which branch of government interprets the laws and ensures they are constitutional?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
Who is next in line for the presidency after the Vice President?
Speaker of the House
Secretary of State
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
Senate Majority Leader
What is the role of the Attorney General of the United States?
Enforcing immigration laws
Representing the U.S. government in legal matters
Managing national parks
Regulating the money supply
How many justices serve on the United States Supreme Court?
5
7
9
11
What is the term length for a federal judge, including Supreme Court Justices?
2 years
4 years
6 years
Lifetime appointment
How many total Senators are there in the U.S. Congress?
50
100
435
538
What is the term length for a U.S. Senator?
2 years
4 years
6 years
8 years
Which government branch is responsible for making and enforcing federal laws?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
Which branch of government has the power to levy taxes?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
What is the main function of the Department of Homeland Security?
Regulating trade between states
Enforcing immigration laws
Conducting foreign policy
Managing national parks
How many total electoral votes are there in the Electoral College?
270
538
435
100
What is the minimum age requirement to become a U.S. Senator?
25 years old
30 years old
35 years old
40 years old
What is the primary role of the U.S. Congress?
Enforce laws
Make laws
Interpret laws
Adjudicate disputes
What is the purpose of the Department of Transportation in the U.S. government?
Regulating trade between states
Managing national parks
Overseeing transportation-related matters such as highways and air travel
Conducting foreign policy
Which branch of government has the power to confirm or reject appointments made by the President?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
Which amendment to the Constitution grants the right to a citizen to not testify against oneself in a criminal case?
First Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
How many total members are in the U.S. House of Representatives?
100
435
538
50
Which of the following is not a requirement to become a naturalized U.S. citizen?
Reside in the U.S. for at least 5 years
Pass a citizenship test
Be at least 18 years old
Be born in the United States
Which branch of government has the power to veto legislation?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above