Who has the power to impeach the President of the United States?
The House of Representatives
The Senate
The Supreme Court
The Vice President
Correct Answer :
A. The House of Representatives
Related Questions
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 branch of government is responsible for the administration and enforcement of laws?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
Who is the current Chief Justice of the United States (as of September 2021)?
John Roberts
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Sonia Sotomayor
Clarence Thomas
Which branch of government has the power to confirm or reject presidential nominations for federal offices?
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
Which branch of government has the power to ratify treaties negotiated by the President?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
Which amendment grants the right to protection against excessive bail and fines?
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Tenth 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 has the power to propose amendments to the U.S. Constitution?
The President
The Senate
The House of Representatives
The States
What is the main responsibility of the Vice President of the United States?
Enforce laws
Preside over the Senate
Interpret laws
Adjudicate disputes
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
What is the term length for a federal judge, including Supreme Court Justices?
6 years
8 years
10 years
Life
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 U.S. Supreme Court?
6 years
10 years
20 years
Life
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
Which amendment protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures?
First Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
What is the purpose of the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution?
Protects against unreasonable searches and seizures
Protects freedom of speech, religion, and the press
Grants the right to bear arms
Guarantees the right to a speedy trial
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 amendment grants the right to vote to citizens who are 18 years of age or older?
Twenty-First Amendment
Twenty-Fifth Amendment
Twenty-Sixth Amendment
Twenty-Seventh Amendment
Who presides over the U.S. Senate in the absence of the Vice President?
The Speaker of the House
The Majority Leader of the Senate
The President Pro Tempore
The Chief Justice
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 declare war?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Military
Who is responsible for nominating federal judges?
The President
The Senate
The Supreme Court
The Attorney General
Which branch of government has the power to make treaties with foreign nations?
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
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 amendment grants the right to a fair trial and representation by an attorney?
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth 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 amendment grants the right to petition the government for a redress of grievances?
First Amendment
Second Amendment
Third Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Which of the following is an example of a concurrent power of the federal and state governments?
Regulating foreign commerce
Declaring war
Establishing courts
Coining money