Civil Service FAQ Government Structure Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which branch of the U.S. federal government is responsible for interpreting laws and the Constitution?

Accepted Answer

Judicial branch

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Executive branch

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Legislative branch

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Administrative branch

Question 2

What is the primary role of the U.S. Senate within the legislative branch?

Accepted Answer

To confirm presidential appointments and ratify treaties

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To manage federal agencies and departments

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To review the constitutionality of laws

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To prepare the federal budget

Question 3

Which body has the sole power to impeach a federal official, including the President?

Accepted Answer

The House of Representatives

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The Senate

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The Supreme Court

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The Cabinet

Question 4

How many voting members are in the U.S. House of Representatives?

Accepted Answer

435

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100

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535

Answer

270

Question 5

What document establishes the three branches of the U.S. federal government?

Accepted Answer

The U.S. Constitution

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The Declaration of Independence

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The Bill of Rights

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The Articles of Confederation

Question 6

Which level of government typically handles matters such as issuing driver's licenses and conducting elections?

Accepted Answer

State government

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Federal government

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Municipal government

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County government