What is the main function of the Executive Branch of the U.S. government?
Enforce laws
Make laws
Interpret laws
Adjudicate disputes
Correct Answer :
A. Enforce laws
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Who has the power to veto bills passed by Congress?
The President
The Vice President
The Speaker of the House
The Chief Justice
What is the main responsibility of the Vice President of the United States?
Enforce laws
Preside over the Senate
Interpret laws
Adjudicate disputes
Which branch of government is responsible for the administration and enforcement of laws?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
Which branch of government has the power to approve or reject treaties negotiated by the President?
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What is the term length for a member of the U.S. Senate?
2 years
4 years
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What is the main function of the Judicial Branch of the U.S. government?
Enforce laws
Make laws
Interpret laws
Adjudicate disputes
What is the purpose of the Ninth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution?
It protects against cruel and unusual punishment
It reserves rights not specifically listed in the Constitution to the people
It grants the right to a fair trial
It establishes the procedure for amending the Constitution
How many total amendments are there in the U.S. Constitution (as of September 2021)?
25
27
29
31
Which amendment protects against cruel and unusual punishment?
Fifth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
Fourteenth Amendment
What is the main function of the Judicial Branch of the U.S. government?
Enforce laws
Make laws
Interpret laws
Adjudicate disputes
Which amendment grants the right to a trial by jury in civil cases?
Fifth Amendment
Seventh Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Ninth Amendment
Who is responsible for nominating federal judges?
The President
The Senate
The Supreme Court
The Attorney General
Which amendment grants the right to a grand jury, protection against double jeopardy, and protection against self-incrimination?
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Which branch of government has the power to impeach federal officials, including the President?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
Which of the following is an example of a checks and balances system in the U.S. government?
Congress can override a presidential veto with a 2/3 majority vote.
The President can appoint federal judges without approval from Congress.
The Supreme Court can make laws without approval from Congress.
The President can declare war without Congressional consent.
Which amendment grants the right to protection against unreasonable searches and seizures?
First Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Which of the following is an example of a concurrent power of the federal and state governments?
Regulating foreign commerce
Declaring war
Establishing courts
Coining money
Which amendment grants the right to a trial by an impartial jury of the state and district wherein the crime shall have been committed?
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Which of the following is a power that is shared by both the federal and state governments?
Regulating commerce with foreign nations
Conducting elections
Declaring war
Coining money
What is the main function of the Legislative Branch of the U.S. government?
Enforce laws
Make laws
Interpret laws
Adjudicate disputes
Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. Armed Forces?
The President
The Vice President
The Secretary of Defense
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
Which branch of government has the power to confirm or reject presidential nominations for federal offices?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
What is the minimum age requirement to serve as a U.S. Senator?
21 years old
25 years old
30 years old
35 years old
What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances in the U.S. government?
To prevent any one branch from gaining too much power
To ensure that Congress has complete control over the government
To limit the power of state governments
To allow the President to make decisions without interference
Which branch of government has the power to pardon individuals convicted of federal crimes?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
Which amendment grants the right to protection against excessive bail and fines?
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
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6 years
10 years
20 years
Life
What is the main responsibility of the U.S. Attorney General?
Enforce federal laws and represent the United States in legal matters
Interpret the Constitution and settle legal disputes
Make and pass federal laws
Administer the armed forces
What is the term length for a member of the Supreme Court?
6 years
10 years
20 years
Life
What is the purpose of the 10th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution?
It grants the right to free speech
It reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states
It guarantees the right to bear arms
It establishes the procedure for amending the Constitution