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Unit 3 Assessment

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Social Studies

7th Grade

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Unit 3 Assessment
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

Executive Branch

Legislative Branch

Judicial Branch

State Branch

Answer explanation

The Legislative Branch is responsible for making laws. It consists of elected representatives who debate and pass legislation, distinguishing it from the Executive Branch, which enforces laws, and the Judicial Branch, which interprets them.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who leads the Executive Branch?

Speaker of the House

Chief Justice

The President

Senate Majority Leader

Answer explanation

The Executive Branch is led by The President, who is the head of state and government, responsible for enforcing laws and overseeing the federal administration.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which article of the Constitution is the Judicial Branch established?

Article I

Article II

Article III

Article IV

Answer explanation

The Judicial Branch is established in Article III of the Constitution, which outlines the powers and structure of the federal judiciary, including the Supreme Court.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main function of the Judicial Branch?

Making laws

Enforcing laws

Interpreting laws

Vetoing laws

Answer explanation

The main function of the Judicial Branch is interpreting laws. This branch ensures that laws are applied fairly and consistently, resolving disputes and upholding the Constitution.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

As Commander-in-Chief, the President has authority over:

The Supreme Court

Congress

The armed forces

State governors

Answer explanation

As Commander-in-Chief, the President has authority over the armed forces, allowing for command and control of military operations. This role does not extend to the Supreme Court, Congress, or state governors.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which branch of government is established in Article I of the Constitution?

Executive Branch

Legislative Branch

Judicial Branch

Department of State

Answer explanation

Article I of the Constitution establishes the Legislative Branch, which is responsible for making laws. This branch includes the House of Representatives and the Senate.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The principle that divides government functions among three branches is called:

Federalism

Popular Sovereignty

Limited Government

Separation of Powers

Answer explanation

The principle that divides government functions among three branches is known as the Separation of Powers. This ensures that no single branch becomes too powerful, promoting a system of checks and balances.

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