Branches of Government Quiz

What is the primary function of the legislative branch of the United States government?

• To interpret laws

• To make laws

• To enforce laws

• To veto laws

Which of the following is a power of the executive branch?

• Declaring war

• Interpreting the Constitution

• Signing laws

• Impeaching officials

What is the highest court in the judicial branch of the United States?

• The Court of Appeals

• The District Court

• The Supreme Court

• The Circuit Court

Which of the following rights is protected by the First Amendment?

• The right to bear arms

• The right to a fair trial

• The right to free speech

• The right to privacy

Who are the current senators representing California?

• Dianne Feinstein and Kamala Harris

• Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff

• Alex Padilla and Kamala Harris

• Dianne Feinstein and Barbara Boxer

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting the laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Administrative

What is one way the executive branch can check the power of the legislative branch?

• By declaring laws unconstitutional

• By not signing a bill into law

• By impeaching members of Congress

• By appointing members of Congress

Which of the following is NOT a right protected by the First Amendment?

• Freedom of speech

• Freedom of religion

• Right to bear arms

• Freedom of the press

What is the term length for a United States Senator?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

Which branch of government has the power to declare war?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• None of the above