CFPT U.S. Government and Civics 3

Question 1

What is the constitutional term length for a U.S. federal district court judge?

Accepted Answer

Life tenure during good behavior

Answer

Article III judges, including federal district court judges, serve during 'good behavior,' which effectively means life tenure.

Question 2

Which body has the sole constitutional authority to declare war on behalf of the United States?

Accepted Answer

Congress

Answer

Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution grants Congress the exclusive power to declare war.

Question 3

The concept of 'judicial review'—the power of courts to invalidate unconstitutional laws—was established in which landmark Supreme Court case?

Accepted Answer

Marbury v. Madison

Answer

Marbury v. Madison (1803) established the doctrine of judicial review under Chief Justice John Marshall.

Question 4

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits the federal government from abridging freedom of speech, press, and assembly?

Accepted Answer

First Amendment

Answer

The First Amendment protects freedoms of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition from government infringement.

Question 5

What is the quorum requirement for the U.S. Senate to conduct business?

Accepted Answer

A simple majority (51 senators)

Answer

Article I requires a majority of each chamber—51 senators—to constitute a quorum to do business.

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