Civics Quiz 1 Review

What are the two chambers that make up the United States Congress?

• The House of Representatives and the Senate

• The Supreme Court and the Senate

• The Cabinet and the House of Representatives

• The President and the Senate

Which branch of government is primarily responsible for making federal laws?

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Legislative Branch

• State Governments

What is the main function of congressional committees?

• To enforce laws

• To review and revise proposed legislation

• To elect the President

• To interpret the Constitution

Who has the power to veto bills passed by Congress?

• The Speaker of the House

• The Chief Justice

• The President

• The Vice President

Which of the following is a primary function of the federal bureaucracy?

• Declaring war

• Interpreting laws

• Implementing and administering federal laws

• Electing members of Congress

Which of the following is a responsibility of the government?

• Passing family traditions

• Providing public services

• Writing novels

• Running private businesses

Which step comes first in the lawmaking process in Congress?

• The President signs the bill

• A bill is introduced in either chamber

• The Supreme Court reviews the bill

• The bill is sent to the states

What is the term for a permanent committee in Congress that focuses on specific policy areas?

• Select Committee

• Standing Committee

• Conference Committee

• Joint Committee

Which of the following best describes the President’s role as Commander in Chief?

• Leading the Supreme Court

• Directing the armed forces

• Writing federal laws

• Managing the federal budget

Which of the following is an example of a bureaucratic agency?

• The Senate

• The Department of Education

• The Supreme Court

• The House of Representatives