US - Citizenship Test American Government Principles and Structure 1

Question 1

What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress?

Accepted Answer

The Senate and the House of Representatives

Answer

The Senate and the Supreme Court

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The House of Representatives and the Cabinet

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The President and the Vice President

Question 2

Who serves as the Commander in Chief of the United States military?

Accepted Answer

The President

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The Secretary of Defense

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The Speaker of the House

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The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff

Question 3

What is the primary function of the legislative branch?

Accepted Answer

To make laws

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To interpret laws

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To enforce laws

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To appoint judges

Question 4

How many amendments does the U.S. Constitution currently have?

Accepted Answer

27

Answer

10

Answer

22

Answer

25

Question 5

What does the system of 'checks and balances' do in the U.S. government?

Accepted Answer

It allows each branch to limit the powers of the other branches

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It requires the government to balance the federal budget each year

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It gives Congress the power to check the President's spending

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It ensures the Supreme Court approves all new laws

Question 6

Which branch of the U.S. government has the power to declare war?

Accepted Answer

The legislative branch (Congress)

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The executive branch (President)

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The judicial branch (Supreme Court)

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The Department of Defense