CE Federal and State Government SOL Prep

How many members are there in the U.S. House of Representatives?

• 435

• 100

• 50

• 2

What is the primary role of the legislative branch of the U.S. government?

• Makes the laws

• Enforces the laws

• Executes the laws

• Interprets the laws

Who is the head of the executive branch at the national level?

• The Chief Justice

• The Vice President

• The President

• The Speaker of the House

Which branch of government is responsible for declaring war?

• None

• Judicial

• Executive

• Legislative

What power does the judicial branch hold?

• Declare war

• Veto bills

• Approve budgets

• Judicial review

Which branch of government can override a presidential veto?

• Judicial

• Legislative

• Executive

• State Government

What is the highest court in the United States?

• District Court

• Circuit Court

• Court of Appeals

• Supreme Court

How many senators does each state have?

• Two

• Four

• One

• Varies by population

What action can the president take to check the legislative branch?

• Appoint senators

• Pass laws

• Veto legislation

• Declare laws unconstitutional

Which of the following is a power of the state government?

• Regulates interstate commerce

• Promotes public health

• Conducts foreign policy

• Declares war