PSC American Government and Institutions 2

Question 1

What is the primary function of the U.S. Congress?

Accepted Answer

To enact federal legislation and exercise oversight of the executive branch

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To implement and enforce federal laws

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To interpret the Constitution and settle legal disputes

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To conduct foreign policy and negotiate treaties

Question 2

How many senators does each U.S. state send to the Senate regardless of population?

Accepted Answer

2

Answer

1

Answer

3

Answer

Varies by state population

Question 3

Which constitutional amendment abolished slavery in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Thirteenth Amendment

Answer

Fourteenth Amendment

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Fifteenth Amendment

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Nineteenth Amendment

Question 4

What does the term 'filibuster' refer to in the U.S. Senate?

Accepted Answer

An extended debate or procedural tactic used to delay or block a vote

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A procedure to fast-track legislation with a simple majority

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The process of impeaching a federal official

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A presidential veto of Senate-passed legislation

Question 5

The War Powers Resolution of 1973 was passed by Congress primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Limit the president's ability to commit U.S. forces to armed conflict without congressional approval

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Grant the president unlimited authority to deploy troops

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Require the Senate to ratify all military treaties

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Abolish the draft and create an all-volunteer military

Question 6

Which body has the sole power of impeachment (bringing formal charges) against federal officials, including the president?

Accepted Answer

The House of Representatives

Answer

The Senate

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The Supreme Court

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The Department of Justice