Understanding the Foundations of American Governance

What are the three branches of the United States government?

• Executive, Legislative, Judicial

• Executive, Senate, Judicial

• Legislative, Judicial, Military

• Executive, Legislative, Bureaucratic

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

• 27

• 10

• 33

• 50

Who is considered the "Father of the Constitution"?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton

What is the main role of the Executive Branch?

• To make laws

• To interpret laws

• To enforce laws

• To fund laws

Which of the following is a power of the Legislative Branch?

• Vetoing bills

• Declaring war

• Appointing Supreme Court Justices

• Enforcing immigration laws

What is the supreme law of the land in the United States?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The U.S. Constitution

• The Federalist Papers

• The Bill of Rights

How many U.S. Senators are there?

• 50

• 100

• 435

• 538

What is the minimum age requirement for a U.S. President?

• 25 years

• 30 years

• 35 years

• 40 years

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

• First Amendment

• Second Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

• Tenth Amendment

How often are members of the House of Representatives elected?

• Every 2 years

• Every 4 years

• Every 6 years

• Every 8 years