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
Correct Answer :
A. To prevent any one branch from gaining too much power
Related Questions
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 of the following is an example of a reserved power of the states?
Declaring war
Regulating commerce with foreign nations
Conducting elections
Coining money
Which amendment grants the right to a fair and speedy public trial, impartial jury, and the right to counsel?
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Seventh Amendment
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
Which amendment grants the right to a trial by jury in civil cases?
Fifth Amendment
Seventh Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Ninth Amendment
Which amendment grants the right to a trial by jury in civil cases?
Fifth Amendment
Seventh Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Ninth Amendment
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the federal government?
Issuing driver's licenses
Regulating immigration
Conducting foreign policy
Minting currency
Which branch of government has the power to ratify treaties negotiated by the President?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
Which branch of government has the power to make treaties with foreign nations?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
Who has the power to impeach the President of the United States?
The House of Representatives
The Senate
The Supreme Court
The Vice President
Which branch of government has the power to approve or reject presidential appointments to the federal judiciary?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
Which amendment abolished slavery in the United States?
Thirteenth Amendment
Fourteenth Amendment
Fifteenth Amendment
Sixteenth Amendment
Which amendment grants the right to vote regardless of gender?
14th Amendment
15th Amendment
18th Amendment
19th Amendment
Which of the following is a power specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution?
Education
Immigration
Marriage laws
Police enforcement
What is the term length for a federal judge, including Supreme Court Justices?
6 years
8 years
10 years
Life
What is the main function of the Legislative Branch of the U.S. government?
Enforce laws
Make laws
Interpret laws
Adjudicate disputes
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 has the power to confirm or reject presidential nominations for federal offices?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
What is the term length for a member of the U.S. Supreme Court?
6 years
10 years
20 years
Life
Which amendment grants the right to a speedy and public trial?
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
Which amendment grants the right to vote to all citizens regardless of race, color, or previous servitude?
Fourteenth Amendment
Fifteenth Amendment
Sixteenth Amendment
Seventeenth Amendment
Which amendment grants the right to protection against excessive bail and fines?
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
Who is next in line for the presidency after the Vice President?
Speaker of the House
Secretary of State
Majority Leader of the Senate
Attorney General
Which branch of government has the power to impeach federal officials, including the President?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
Who has the power to veto bills passed by Congress?
The President
The Vice President
The Speaker of the House
The Chief Justice
Which amendment grants the right to a speedy and public 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 branch of government has the power to declare war?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Military
Who presides over the U.S. Senate in the absence of the Vice President?
The Speaker of the House
The Majority Leader of the Senate
The President Pro Tempore
The Chief Justice
How many total amendments are there in the U.S. Constitution (as of September 2021)?
25
27
29
31
Who is responsible for appointing federal judges?
The President
The Senate
The Supreme Court
The Attorney General