Understanding the Separation of Powers and the Bill of Rights

Which of the following is a power of the Legislative branch?

• The power to declare war

• The power to appoint Supreme Court Justices

• The power to enforce laws

• The power to interpret laws

What is a primary function of the Executive branch?

• To make laws

• To enforce laws

• To interpret laws

• To fund government programs

Which of the following is a power of the Judicial branch?

• The power to veto legislation

• The power to interpret the Constitution

• The power to impeach the President

• The power to declare war

The First Amendment protects the right to freedom of:

• Speech

• Bear arms

• Unreasonable searches and seizures

• A speedy trial

Which of the following is protected under the Fourth Amendment?

• The right to a public trial

• The right against self-incrimination

• The right against unreasonable searches and seizures

• The right to legal counsel

The Fifth Amendment guarantees which of the following?

• The right to freedom of religion

• The right to bear arms

• The right to due process of law

• The right to assemble peacefully

Which branch of government is responsible for making federal laws?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• All of the above

Who has the power to veto bills?

• The President

• The Supreme Court

• Congress

• State Governors

Which branch of government has the authority to declare laws unconstitutional?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Both A and B

The First Amendment protects the right to:

• Bear arms

• Freedom of religion

• A fair trial

• Vote