Unit 4 Test Prep

What is the process called when a government official is accused of misconduct?

• veto

• impeachment

• censure

• filibuster

What is required to override a Presidential veto?

• Simple majority in the Senate

• Majority vote in both houses of Congress

• Two-thirds vote in both houses of Congress

• Three-quarters vote of the state legislatures

During a school debate, Aria argued about which branch of government has the power to tax and manage government spending. What is the correct answer?

• executive

• judicial

• legislative

• state

After Abigail introduces a bill in the House of Representatives, what is the next step?

• The bill goes to the President

• The bill is sent to the Supreme Court

• The bill is sent to a committee

• The bill is voted on by the public

Nora is working in a company that is focused on supporting equal rights in the workplace. Which of the following actions would best support this goal?

• Passing new laws to protect employment rights

• Appointing new Supreme Court justices

• Creating new states

• Approving federal tax cuts

Who has the power to declare a law unconstitutional?

• President

• Congress

• Supreme Court

• State Governors

Elijah is studying the role of government bodies. What is a key responsibility of administrative agencies?

• Drafting new laws

• Making detailed regulations

• Overturning vetoes

• Enforcing military law

What is the role of a Conference Committee in the legislative process?

• Approving new laws for the President

• Resolving differences between House and Senate versions of a bill

• Conducting a final vote on legislation

• Deciding when a new law will take effect

During a school debate, Sophia argued about what makes an executive order different from a federal law. What was her point?

• It must be approved by the Senate

• It is not subject to judicial review

• It does not need Congressional approval

• It is voted on by the public

Which court would most likely hear a case involving a neighbor dispute over property damage?

• Supreme Court

• County court

• Circuit court of appeals

• District court of appeals