Branches of US Government Quiz

How many members are there in the United States House of Representatives?

• 100

• 435

• 50

• 538

Which branch of the United States government is responsible for making federal laws?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• Military

Who has the power to veto bills?

• The President of the United States

• The Speaker of the House

• The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

• The Majority Leader of the Senate

How many justices are on the Supreme Court of the United States?

• 9

• 12

• 15

• 6

What is the term length for a United States Senator?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

Which branch of the United States government is responsible for interpreting the Constitution?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Military

Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the United States military?

• The Secretary of Defense

• The President of the United States

• The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

• The Speaker of the House

What is required for Congress to override a presidential veto?

• A simple majority in both the House and the Senate

• A two-thirds majority in the House of Representatives only

• A two-thirds majority in both the House of Representatives and the Senate

• A unanimous vote in the Senate only

Which article of the United States Constitution establishes the legislative branch?

• Article I

• Article II

• Article III

• Article IV

What is the minimum age requirement for someone to serve as President of the United States?

• 25 years

• 30 years

• 35 years

• 40 years