What is the main job of the legislative branch?
The two houses of Congress are—
What type of power does Congress have when it changes the price of a postage stamp to deal with rising costs of delivery?
Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution states that 'The Congress shall have power to regulate commerce with foreign nations.' This is an example of—
If the president vetoes a bill, what can happen?
Which court should be listed as the highest court in the land?
Which Supreme Court decision gave the court the authority to rule legislation and presidential actions unconstitutional?
The major purpose of the U.S. Supreme Court is to:
If a Supreme Court justice is found taking bribes, he or she:
Who has the power of judicial review?
Which of the following is NOT a method the legislative branch can use to check the other branches?
In 2015, President Obama decided military intervention by the U.S. was needed in Syria. In this decision, the president used his role of—
Which two statements about our government are FALSE?
In 1935, five of President Roosevelt’s executive orders were overturned. Who had the power to do this?
Cabinet officials, ambassadors, and agency members work for which branch of government?
Explain the difference between expressed and implied powers.
Describe two ways the president can influence lawmaking.
How does the case Marbury v. Madison relate to the power of the judicial branch?