What is the role of the Secretary of State in the U.S. government?
Representing the U.S. government in legal matters
Enforcing immigration laws
Conducting foreign policy and managing diplomatic relations
Regulating the money supply
Correct Answer :
C. Conducting foreign policy and managing diplomatic relations
Related Questions
How often are members of the U.S. House of Representatives elected?
Every 2 years
Every 4 years
Every 6 years
Every 8 years
Which document outlines the purpose of the United States government and its principles?
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
How many total justices serve on the U.S. Supreme Court at any given time?
7
9
11
13
Which branch of government has the power to grant reprieves and pardons for offenses against the United States?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
Who is the current Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court?
John Roberts
Sonia Sotomayor
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Clarence Thomas
Which amendment to the Constitution guarantees the right to bear arms?
First Amendment
Second Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
Which amendment to the Constitution protects the right to peacefully assemble and petition the government for redress of grievances?
First Amendment
Second Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
Who has the authority to introduce bills in the U.S. House of Representatives?
The Speaker of the House
The President
Any member of the House
The Majority Leader
What is the role of the Speaker of the House?
Presiding over the Senate
Presiding over the House of Representatives
Appointing federal judges
Leading the military
What is the role of the National Security Council (NSC) in the U.S. government?
Enforcing immigration laws
Conducting foreign policy and advising the President on national security matters
Regulating the money supply
Managing national parks
Who is considered the Father of the Constitution?
George Washington
James Madison
Thomas Jefferson
Alexander Hamilton
How many total members are in the U.S. Senate?
50
100
435
538
Which amendment to the Constitution guarantees the right to a speedy trial by an impartial jury?
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
Which branch of government has the power to veto legislation?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
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 impeach federal officials?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
What is the term length for a federal judge, including Supreme Court Justices?
2 years
4 years
6 years
Lifetime appointment
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
What is the role of the Secretary of State in the U.S. government?
Representing the U.S. government in legal matters
Enforcing immigration laws
Conducting foreign policy and managing diplomatic relations
Regulating the money supply
How many total electoral votes are there in the Electoral College?
270
538
435
100
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
Which of the following is a power of the President of the United States?
Declaring war
Ratifying treaties
Imposing taxes
Approving federal budgets
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 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
What is the highest court in the United States?
Federal District Court
Supreme Court
Appellate Court
Circuit Court
Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. military?
The President
The Secretary of Defense
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
The Vice President
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 protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures?
First Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Tenth Amendment