Which branch of government has the power to veto legislation?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
Correct Answer :
A. Executive
Related Questions
What is the primary role of the U.S. Congress?
Enforce laws
Make laws
Interpret laws
Adjudicate disputes
Which branch of government has the power to determine the constitutionality of laws?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
How many amendments are in the U.S. Constitution?
10
20
27
50
What is the highest court in the United States?
Federal District Court
Supreme Court
Appellate Court
Circuit Court
Who is responsible for nominating federal judges, including Supreme Court Justices?
The President
The Senate
The Chief Justice
The Attorney General
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 long is a term for a U.S. Representative?
2 years
4 years
6 years
8 years
How many total members are in the U.S. Senate?
50
100
435
538
Which document outlined the first form of government for the United States before the Constitution?
Declaration of Independence
Articles of Confederation
Constitution of the United States
Bill of Rights
Which amendment to the Constitution grants women the right to vote?
Nineteenth Amendment
Eighteenth Amendment
Twenty-First Amendment
Twentieth Amendment
Which branch of government has the power to impeach federal officials?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
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 is considered the Father of the Constitution?
George Washington
James Madison
Thomas Jefferson
Alexander Hamilton
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
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
Which branch of government has the power to veto legislation?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
Which of the following is a power of the President of the United States?
Declaring war
Ratifying treaties
Imposing taxes
Approving federal budgets
Which branch of the U.S. government has the power to declare war?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
Who is the current Vice President of the United States (as of my last knowledge update in September 2021)?
Kamala Harris
Mike Pence
Joe Biden
Al Gore
What is the term length for a federal judge, including Supreme Court Justices?
2 years
4 years
6 years
Lifetime appointment
Which amendment to the Constitution guarantees the right to a speedy trial by an impartial jury?
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
How many total electoral votes are there in the Electoral College?
270
538
435
100
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 government branch is responsible for making and enforcing federal laws?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
Who is next in line for the presidency after the Vice President?
Speaker of the House
Secretary of State
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
Senate Majority Leader
What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?
To establish the basic structure of government
To protect individual rights and freedoms
To define the powers of the President
To regulate trade between states
What is the primary function of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)?
Enforcing immigration laws
Regulating the money supply
Overseeing communication-related matters such as broadcasting and telecommunications
Conducting foreign policy
Which branch of government interprets the laws and ensures they are constitutional?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
Which amendment to the Constitution protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures?
First Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
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