Which amendment abolished slavery in the United States?
Thirteenth Amendment
Fourteenth Amendment
Fifteenth Amendment
Sixteenth Amendment
Correct Answer :
A. Thirteenth Amendment
Related Questions
Which amendment grants the right to petition the government for a redress of grievances?
First Amendment
Second Amendment
Third Amendment
Fourth Amendment
What is the term length for a federal judge, including Supreme Court Justices?
6 years
8 years
10 years
Life
Which of the following is an example of a concurrent power of the federal and state governments?
Regulating foreign commerce
Declaring war
Levying taxes
Coining money
Which branch of government has the power to grant pardons and reprieves?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
What is the main function of the Judicial Branch of the U.S. government?
Enforce laws
Make laws
Interpret laws
Adjudicate disputes
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 of the following is an example of a reserved power of the states?
Declaring war
Regulating commerce with foreign nations
Conducting elections
Coining money
What is the primary function of the Senate in the U.S. Congress?
To propose and pass bills
To represent the states in the federal government
To oversee the Executive Branch
To review and approve presidential appointments
Which amendment protects citizens from double jeopardy and self-incrimination?
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Which amendment grants the right to bear arms?
First Amendment
Second Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
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
Which amendment grants the right to free speech, religion, press, and assembly?
First Amendment
Second Amendment
Third Amendment
Fourth Amendment
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
Who is responsible for appointing federal judges?
The President
The Senate
The Supreme Court
The Attorney General
Which branch of government has the power to impeach federal officials, including the President?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
What is the term length for a member of the U.S. Senate?
2 years
4 years
6 years
8 years
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 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 branch of government has the power to confirm or reject presidential nominations for federal offices?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
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 branch of government has the power to pardon individuals convicted of federal crimes?
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
Who is responsible for the appointment of the Attorney General of the United States?
The President
The Senate
The Supreme Court
The Secretary of State
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
Who has the power to appoint ambassadors, judges, and other high-level officials in the U.S. government?
The President
The Senate
The House of Representatives
The Attorney General
What is the main function of the Executive Branch of the U.S. government?
Enforce laws
Make laws
Interpret laws
Adjudicate disputes
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
How many total amendments are there in the U.S. Constitution (as of September 2021)?
25
27
29
31
Which branch of government has the power to ratify treaties negotiated by the President?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
What is the main responsibility of the Vice President of the United States?
Enforce laws
Preside over the Senate
Interpret laws
Adjudicate disputes