Who has the power to declare war?
The President
The Congress
The Supreme Court
The Secretary of Defense
Correct Answer :
B. The Congress
Related Questions
Which branch of government has the power to impeach federal officials, including the President?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
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 the Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. Armed Forces?
The President
The Vice President
The Secretary of Defense
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
Which amendment grants the right to a grand jury, protection against double jeopardy, and protection against self-incrimination?
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the federal government?
Issuing driver's licenses
Regulating immigration
Conducting foreign policy
Minting currency
How many total members are there in the U.S. House of Representatives?
100
435
538
650
Which branch of government is responsible for confirming or rejecting presidential appointments to the federal judiciary?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
Which amendment guarantees the right to a trial by jury in civil cases?
Fifth Amendment
Seventh Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Ninth Amendment
What is the term length for a U.S. Senator?
2 years
4 years
6 years
8 years
What is the term length for a member of the Supreme Court?
6 years
10 years
20 years
Life
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 bear arms?
First Amendment
Second Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Which branch of government has the power to approve or reject treaties negotiated by the President?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
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
Which amendment grants the right to a fair trial and representation by an attorney?
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Which amendment abolished slavery in the United States?
Thirteenth Amendment
Fourteenth Amendment
Fifteenth Amendment
Sixteenth Amendment
Who is the head of the U.S. Department of Justice?
The President
The Attorney General
The Secretary of State
The Chief Justice
Which branch of government has the power to grant pardons and reprieves?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
Which branch of government has the power to declare war?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Military
Which branch of government has the power to pardon individuals convicted of federal crimes?
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
What is the term length for a member of the U.S. Senate?
2 years
4 years
6 years
8 years
Who is responsible for nominating federal judges?
The President
The Senate
The Supreme Court
The Attorney General
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 concurrent power of the federal and state governments?
Regulating foreign commerce
Declaring war
Levying taxes
Coining money
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 amendment grants the right to protection against unreasonable searches and seizures?
First Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
What is the purpose of the 10th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution?
It grants the right to free speech
It reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states
It guarantees the right to bear arms
It establishes the procedure for amending the Constitution
Which amendment grants the right to a trial by jury in civil cases?
Fifth Amendment
Seventh Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Ninth Amendment
Which amendment protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures?
First Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Tenth Amendment