US Government Structure and Powers Quiz

Test your knowledge on branches, powers, and functions of the US government. 15 questions covering Senate, House, Supreme Court, and more.

#1

Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for interpreting laws and ensuring they comply with the Constitution?

Executive Branch
Legislative Branch
Judicial Branch
Department of Defense
#2

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

100
435
538
50
#3

What is the term length for a U.S. Senator?

2 years
4 years
6 years
8 years
#4

Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. military?

Secretary of Defense
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
President
Vice President
#5

What is the term length for a U.S. Representative in the House of Representatives?

2 years
4 years
6 years
8 years
#6

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees freedom of speech?

First Amendment
Second Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
#7

What is the purpose of the U.S. House of Representatives?

Approving treaties
Approving presidential appointments
Introducing and passing bills
Interpreting laws
#8

Which court is the highest court in the United States?

Court of Appeals
District Court
Supreme Court
Circuit Court
#9

What is the role of the Vice President in the U.S. Senate?

Presiding Officer
Chief Justice
Speaker of the House
Majority Leader
#10

What is the primary function of the U.S. Supreme Court?

Enforcing laws
Interpreting laws
Creating laws
Proposing laws
#11

Who has the power to declare war according to the U.S. Constitution?

President
Congress
Supreme Court
Secretary of Defense
#12

In the event that the President is unable to discharge the powers and duties of the office, who assumes the role?

Speaker of the House
Secretary of State
Vice President
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
#13

What is the purpose of the U.S. Census?

Conducting elections
Counting the population
Approving budgets
Enforcing laws
#14

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits cruel and unusual punishment?

Fourth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
Twelfth Amendment
#15

What is the term length for a U.S. President?

2 years
4 years
6 years
8 years

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