U.S. Government Quiz

What is the purpose of the checks and balances system in the U.S. Government?

• To ensure that all branches have equal power

• To ensure no one branch has too much power

• To allow one branch to control the others

• To eliminate the need for a legislative branch

Which branch of the U.S. Government can confirm the President?

• Executive branch

• Judicial branch

• Legislative branch

• None of the above

What majority is required in Congress to impeach the President?

• Simple majority

• 2/3 vote

• 3/4 vote

• Unanimous vote

Who has the power to veto laws?

• The Supreme Court

• The President

• The Congress

• The Governors

Which branch of the U.S. Government is responsible for appointing all federal judges?

• Legislative branch

• Executive branch

• Judicial branch

• None of the above

How can the Judicial branch check on the Legislative and Executive branches?

• By vetoing laws

• By appointing judges

• By ruling laws or executive actions unconstitutional

• By impeaching the President

What is required for Congress to override a presidential veto?

• A simple majority in both the House and Senate

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

• A unanimous vote in the Senate only

What is the main idea of the system of checks and balances?

• To ensure that all states have equal power

• To prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful

• To check the accuracy of government spending

• To balance the federal budget