Federal Government SOL CE.6a

What document defines the structure and powers of the national government?

• The Declaration of Independence
• The Articles of Confederation
• The Constitution of the United States
• The Bill of Rights

How many branches of government exist at the national level?

• One
• Two
• Three
• Four

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

• Executive
• Judicial
• Legislative
• Bureaucratic

What is another name fpr the legislative branch?

• The Supreme Court
• The President’s Cabinet
• Congress
• The Electoral College

How many members are in the U.S. Senate?

• 50
• 100
• 435
• 538

What determines the number of representatives a state has in the House of Representatives?

• State population
• State land size
• Number of registered voters
• Number of senators

Which branch of government enforces the laws?

• Legislative
• Executive
• Judicial
• Bureaucratic

Who is the head of the executive branch?

• Speaker of the House
• Chief Justice
• Vice President
• President

Which branch of government has the power to declare war?

• Executive
• Judicial
• Legislative
• Bureaucratic

What is the highest court in the United States?

• Court of Appeals
• Supreme Court
• District Court
• State Supreme Court