Civics Branches of U.S. Government Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which branch of the U.S. Government is responsible for writing and enacting federal laws?

Accepted Answer

The Legislative Branch

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The Executive Branch

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The Judicial Branch

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The Bureaucratic Branch

Question 2

The President of the United States has the power to veto a bill passed by Congress. This is an example of what principle of the U.S. Constitution?

Accepted Answer

Checks and Balances

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Federalism

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Judicial Review

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Popular Sovereignty

Question 3

A citizen believes a new federal law infringes upon their constitutional rights. Which branch of government would be responsible for interpreting the law and determining its constitutionality?

Accepted Answer

The Judicial Branch, through the process of judicial review.

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The Executive Branch, by issuing an executive order.

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The Legislative Branch, by holding a new vote on the law.

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The state governments, by refusing to enforce the law.

Question 4

Who is in charge of the Executive Branch of the U.S. Government?

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The President

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The Speaker of the House

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The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

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The Secretary of State

Question 5

Which of the following is a power exclusive to the Legislative Branch?

Accepted Answer

Declaring war

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Nominating ambassadors

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Pardoning federal crimes

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Determining the constitutionality of laws

Question 6

If a vacancy occurs in the Supreme Court, the President nominates a new justice. However, this nomination must be confirmed by which body?

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The Senate

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The House of Representatives

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The existing Supreme Court justices

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A national popular vote