WorksheetsLegislative Branch Examination
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 4mins
What is the primary role of the legislative branch of the United States government?
To interpret the laws
To enforce the laws
To create and pass legislation
To oversee the executive branch
How many houses are there in the United States Congress?
One
Two
Three
Four
What are the two houses of Congress called?
The Senate and the House of Representatives
The Supreme Court and the House of Representatives
The Senate and the Assembly
The Council and the Chamber
Which of the following is a power of Congress?
To appoint federal judges
To veto legislation
To coin money
To execute federal laws
Who has the power to declare war according to the U.S. Constitution?
The President
The Senate
The House of Representatives
Congress
How many members are there in the U.S. Senate?
50
100
435
538
What is required for Congress to override a presidential veto?
A simple majority in both houses
A two-thirds majority in both houses
A three-fourths majority in both houses
A unanimous vote in both houses
Which of the following is a check that the legislative branch has over the executive branch?
The power to pardon federal offenses
The power to appoint Cabinet members
The power to impeach the President
The power to lead the armed forces
