Government Principles Quiz

What is a document that sets out the laws and principles of a government called?

• Constitution

• Declaration

• Treaty

• Charter

What does the word "execute" mean?

• To carry out

• To stop

• To ignore

• To delete

Which building is related to the Legislative Branch?

• The White House

• The Supreme Court

• The Capitol

• The Pentagon

What is the branch of government that carries out the laws?

• Legislative Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Executive Branch

• State Branch

What is a compromise?

• A situation where one side wins completely

• A settlement where each side gives up some demands

• A decision made by one person

• A type of competition

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws?

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Constitutional Branch

Which branch of government is headed by the President?

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Constitutional Branch

Which branch of government includes the Supreme Court?

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Constitutional Branch

The principle of separation of powers is designed to ensure what?

• Economic prosperity

• Equal distribution of wealth

• No single branch becomes too powerful

• Rapid decision-making

Which of the following is a power of the national government?

• Tax citizens

• Establish post offices

• Conduct elections

• Make marriage laws