Dive into the intricate workings of the United States government with this engaging quiz on its three branches. From legislative powers to judicial rulings, this quiz will challenge your understanding of how these branches operate and interact. Let’s see how well you know the foundation of American governance!
Branches of Government Quiz Questions Overview
1. Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for making laws?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Federal
2. Who is the head of the Executive branch of the U.S. government?
Speaker of the House
Chief Justice
President
Vice President
3. Which branch of government interprets the laws and determines their constitutionality?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Federal
4. How many justices are on the U.S. Supreme Court?
7
8
9
10
5. Which branch of government has the power to veto bills?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Federal
6. Which branch of government has the power to declare war?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Federal
7. Who appoints justices to the U.S. Supreme Court?
Speaker of the House
Chief Justice
President
Vice President
8. Which branch of government is responsible for enforcing laws?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Federal
9. Which branch of government can impeach the President?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Federal
10. Which branch of government confirms the President’s appointments to the Supreme Court?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Federal