Three Branches of Government Quiz

Who is the leader of the executive branch?

• Attorney General

• President

• Secretary of State

• Vice President

What is the primary duty of the U.S. Congress?

• Write, debate, and pass bills

• Enforce federal laws

• Serve as commander in chief

• Appoint Supreme Court justices

How many Supreme Court Justices are there?

• 5

• 11

• 7

• 9

What is the term length for a U.S. Senator?

• 6 years

• 4 years

• 8 years

• 10 years

What is the special duty of the Senate?

• Recommend tax bills to become law

• Vote on treaties made by the President

• Hold a trial for a government official

• Decide if a government official should be put on trial

Where did the House and Senate meet when Philadelphia was the capital?

• Supreme Court Building

• Independence Hall

• Capitol Building

• White House

What is the age requirement to run for the House of Representatives?

• 40 years old

• 35 years old

• 30 years old

• 25 years old

What is the primary duty of the Department of Agriculture?

• Highway planning and construction

• Support farmers and develop markets abroad

• Look after people's health

• Research and develop energy systems

What is the primary duty of the Department of Health and Human Services?

• Look after people's health

• Research and develop energy systems

• Support farmers and develop markets abroad

• Highway planning and construction

How many cases are accepted by the Supreme Court out of the 7,500 cases sent each year?

• 500-600

• 200-300

• 50-100

• 700-800