Which branch of government has the power to pardon individuals convicted of federal crimes?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
Correct Answer :
A. Executive
Related Questions
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 amendment grants the right to a trial by jury in civil cases?
Fifth Amendment
Seventh Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Ninth Amendment
Who has the power to declare war?
The President
The Congress
The Supreme Court
The Secretary of Defense
Who is responsible for nominating federal judges?
The President
The Senate
The Supreme Court
The Attorney General
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 is responsible for the administration and enforcement of laws?
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
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
Who is the current Chief Justice of the United States (as of September 2021)?
John Roberts
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Sonia Sotomayor
Clarence Thomas
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 Vice President of the United States?
Enforce laws
Preside over the Senate
Interpret laws
Adjudicate disputes
Which amendment grants the right to bear arms?
First Amendment
Second Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Which branch of government has the power to make treaties with foreign nations?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
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 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 purpose of the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution?
Protects freedom of speech, religion, and the press
Grants the right to bear arms
Protects against unreasonable searches and seizures
Guarantees the right to a speedy trial
What is the main function of the Executive Branch of the U.S. government?
Enforce laws
Make laws
Interpret laws
Adjudicate disputes
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 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 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 approve or reject treaties negotiated by the President?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
How many total members are there in the U.S. House of Representatives?
100
435
538
650
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
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
How many total amendments are there in the U.S. Constitution (as of September 2021)?
25
27
29
31
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
What is the term length for a federal judge, including Supreme Court Justices?
6 years
8 years
10 years
Life
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
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 term length for a member of the House of Representatives?
2 years
4 years
6 years
8 years