U.S. Government Quiz

Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for making laws?

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Judicial Branch

• None of the above

Who is the head of the Executive Branch of the U.S. government?

• President

• Speaker of the House

• Chief Justice

• Senate Majority Leader

What is the primary role of the Judicial Branch?

• Enforcing laws

• Interpreting laws

• Making laws

• Proposing laws

Which branch of government has the power to declare laws unconstitutional?

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• All branches have this power

How many members are there in the U.S. Senate?

• 100

• 435

• 538

• 50

Who presides over the Senate?

• President pro tempore

• Vice President

• Speaker of the House

• Chief Justice

Which branch of the U.S. government has the power to veto legislation?

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• None of the above

How long is the term of office for a U.S. Senator?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

Which court is the highest in the United States?

• District Court

• Circuit Court

• Supreme Court

• Federal Court

Who appoints federal judges?

• President

• Congress

• State Governors

• Chief Justice