Ch. 6 Quiz

What document defines the structure and powers of the national government?

• The Constitution of the United States

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

How many members are there in the House of Representatives?

• 100

• 435

• 200

• 50

Who is the head of the executive branch?

• The President of the United States

• The Speaker of the House

• The Vice President

• The Chief Justice

Which branch of government has the power to declare war?

• The Judicial Branch

• The State Governments

• The Executive Branch

• The Legislative Branch

What is the highest court in the United States?

• The Court of Appeals

• The District Court

• The Supreme Court

• The Federal Court

Which branch of government can veto legislation passed by Congress?

• The Legislative Branch

• The Judicial Branch

• The Executive Branch

• The State Governments

Who confirms presidential appointments?

• The Supreme Court

• The Legislative Branch

• The Vice President

• The Executive Branch

What is the process called when a bill is introduced in either house of Congress?

• Lawmaking

• Debate

• Legislation

• Bill Introduction

What power does the Supreme Court exercise when declaring acts of Congress unconstitutional?

• Legislative Review

• Executive Review

• Constitutional Review

• Judicial Review

What does the system of checks and balances ensure?

• That no branch of government becomes too powerful

• That laws are passed quickly

• That all states have equal power