U.S. Government Quiz

What happens if no presidential candidate receives the majority of electoral votes?

• The House of Representatives elects the president.
• The current president remains in office indefinitely.
• The Supreme Court decides the president.
• The Senate elects the president.

How long is each term of office for the President?

• 4 years
• 2 years
• 6 years
• 8 years

In order to make sure that no single branch of government gained too much power, which principle gave each branch the ability to watch over the other branches to make sure they were not abusing their power?

• Judicial review
• Checks and balances
• Federalism
• Separation of powers

Which of the following is NOT a right listed in the first Amendment?

• The right to petition the government
• The right to assemble peacefully
• The right to free speech
• The right to bear arms

African American men gained the right to vote with the passage of.

• 19th Amendment
• Civil Rights Act
• Voting Rights Act
• 15th Amendment

Which group gained the right to vote with the 26th Amendment?

• Citizens aged 21 and older
• Non-citizens
• Citizens aged 16 and older
• Citizens aged 18 and older

What is it called when power is being divided by two levels of government, national and state?

• Monarchy
• Confederation
• Unitary System
• Federalism

How many terms can a person be the President?

• 2 terms

• 4 terms

• 8 terms

The Declaration of Independence proclaimed America’s independence from which of the following nations?

• France

• England

• Spain

Identify the type of government that would most likely have the following characteristics: voting for officials to make decisions for you, free press, and the right to speak out against your government without being arrested.

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Military Regime