Constitution Packet Quiz

What is the main role of the House of Representatives and the Senate?

• To make laws

• To enforce laws

• To interpret laws

• To veto laws

How long is the term of office for a member of the House of Representatives?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

Who has the power to start all tax bills?

• The Senate

• The President

• The House of Representatives

• The Supreme Court

Which of the following is NOT a power of Congress listed in Article I, Section 8?

• To declare war

• To regulate commerce

• To appoint Supreme Court justices

• To coin money

What is the term length for a member of the Senate?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

Which body has the power to ratify presidential treaties?

• The House of Representatives

• The Senate

• The Supreme Court

• The President

What is the Elastic Clause?

• A clause that allows Congress to make any law necessary and proper to carry out its delegated powers

• A clause that limits the powers of Congress

• A clause that allows the President to veto laws

• A clause that allows the Supreme Court to review laws

What is the main role of the Executive Branch according to the document?

• To create laws

• To enforce laws

• To interpret laws

• To amend laws

How is the President of the United States chosen?

• By direct popular vote

• By the Electoral College

• By the Supreme Court

• By the Senate

Which power has been assumed by early Presidents to ensure U.S. security and national interests?

• Power to write the budget

• Power to recognize or not recognize other countries

• Power to send troops anywhere in the world

• Power to enforce laws