U.S. Government

What type of government does the United States have?

• Limited Government

• Unlimited Government

Which two houses make up the U.S. Congress?

• Senate and House of Representatives

• Parliament and Council

• Assembly and Senate

• House of Lords and House of Commons

What system keeps each branch equal so one doesn't become more powerful than the others?

• Equality

• The Bill of Rights

• Checks and Balances

• President's veto power

What are the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution called?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Federalist Papers

Which branches of government does the U.S. Constitution establish?

• Executive, Legislative, and Judicial

• Executive, Legislative, and Military

• Judicial, Legislative, and Educational

• Executive, Judicial, and Economic

Who leads the Executive Branch of the United States?

• The Vice President

• The Speaker of the House

• The President

• The Chief Justice

What is the highest court in the United States?

• Court of Appeals

• District Court

• Supreme Court

• Circuit Court

How many justices are appointed to the Supreme Court?

• 5

• 7

• 9

• 11

How many states are there in the United States, each with its own government?

• 25

• 50

• 75

• 100

What are examples of elected officials in local government?

• Mayors and city councils

• Presidents and senators

• Governors and judges

• Ambassadors and diplomats