Quiz on the National Government

How many branches of the national government did the framers create to share the powers equally?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

What is the minimum age required to be in the House of Representatives?

• 25 years old

• 30 years old

• 35 years old

• 21 years old

How long is the term for a U.S. Senator?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

What is the minimum age required to be the President of the United States?

• 25 years old

• 30 years old

• 35 years old

• 40 years old

Who is the commander-in-chief of the military?

• The Vice President

• The Secretary of Defense

• The President

• The Speaker of the House

What role does the Vice President play in the Senate?

• President of the Senate

• Secretary of the Senate

• Majority Leader

• Minority Leader

What is the highest court in the judicial branch of the United States?

• The Senate

• The White House

• The Supreme Court

• The House of Representatives

How many justices are there in the Supreme Court?

• Seven

• Nine

• Eleven

• Twelve

Which of the following is a requirement for becoming a Supreme Court justice?

• Having training and education in the law

• Being approved by the Senate

• Nothing

• Working in the president's cabinet

What is the primary role of the judicial branch according to the Constitution?

• To make sure that laws are fair and follow the rules of the Constitution

• To collect taxes to pay for government services

• To protect and clean up the environment

• To oversee public schools and universities