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
Correct Answer :
A. Speaker of the House
Related Questions
What is the highest court in the United States?
Federal District Court
Supreme Court
Appellate Court
Circuit Court
Which amendment to the Constitution protects the right to peacefully assemble and petition the government for redress of grievances?
First Amendment
Second Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
Which government branch is responsible for making and enforcing federal laws?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
Which amendment to the Constitution guarantees the right to bear arms?
First Amendment
Second Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
What is the role of the Speaker of the House?
Presiding over the Senate
Presiding over the House of Representatives
Appointing federal judges
Leading the military
What is the primary role of the U.S. Congress?
Enforce laws
Make laws
Interpret laws
Adjudicate disputes
How often are members of the U.S. House of Representatives elected?
Every 2 years
Every 4 years
Every 6 years
Every 8 years
What is the term length for a federal judge, including Supreme Court Justices?
2 years
4 years
6 years
Lifetime appointment
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
What is the maximum number of terms a U.S. President can serve?
One
Two
Three
Four
How many total Senators are there in the U.S. Congress?
50
100
435
538
What is the main function of the Department of Homeland Security?
Regulating trade between states
Enforcing immigration laws
Conducting foreign policy
Managing national parks
Who is considered the Father of the Constitution?
George Washington
James Madison
Thomas Jefferson
Alexander Hamilton
How many total members are in the U.S. Senate?
50
100
435
538
Which amendment to the Constitution protects against cruel and unusual punishment?
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
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
Which branch of government has the power to impeach federal officials?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
Which branch of government has the power to veto legislation?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
How long is a term for a U.S. Representative?
2 years
4 years
6 years
8 years
Who has the authority to confirm or reject presidential appointments to the federal judiciary?
The Senate
The House of Representatives
The President
The Supreme Court
Which branch of government has the power to levy taxes?
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
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 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
Which branch of government has the power to determine the constitutionality of laws?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
None of the above
How many total members are in the U.S. House of Representatives?
100
435
538
50
Which amendment to the Constitution guarantees the right to a speedy trial by an impartial jury?
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
Which of the following is a power reserved to the states according to the Tenth Amendment?
Regulating commerce with foreign nations
Declaring war
Conducting elections
Establishing post offices
What is the main responsibility of the Federal Reserve System?
Conducting foreign policy
Regulating the money supply and interest rates
Enforcing immigration laws
Managing national parks
What is the role of the National Security Council (NSC) in the U.S. government?
Enforcing immigration laws
Conducting foreign policy and advising the President on national security matters
Regulating the money supply
Managing national parks