Question

chapter test form a (continued)
date

1. delegated powers are powers that the

a. president gives to the cabinet.
b. president gives to congress.
c. constitution gives to the states.
d. constitution specifically gives to the federal government.

1. checks and balances is a system

a. used to balance tax revenue with expenses.
b. that prevents any branch of the federal government from having too much power.
c. the two houses of congress use to prevent each other from having too much power.
d. that limits only the president’s and vice president’s power.

1. one of the most important features of the constitution is its

a. endurance.
b. length.
c. inconsistency.
d. confusing language.

1. the supreme court has the power to

a. repeal an amendment.
b. veto proposed laws.
c. decide if congress has interpreted the constitution correctly.
d. override the president’s veto.

1. amending the constitution requires

a. approval by the president.
b. approval by three fourths of the states.
c. approval by a two - thirds majority.
d. approval by congress.

1. the president of the united states heads the

a. constitutional branch.
b. legislative branch.
c. judicial branch.
d. executive branch.

1. all powers that the constitution does not give to the federal government

a. remain with the state governments.
b. are given to the president.
c. are given to congress.
d. are interpreted by the supreme court.

1. the framers of the constitution believed the u.s. government

a. should have two branches of government.
b. should have absolute power.
c. should get its power from the people.
d. should have a two - party system.

Explanation:

Question 3

Delegated powers are those specifically granted by the Constitution to the federal government (like Congress, president, courts). Option a is wrong as president doesn't give to cabinet. Option b is wrong as president doesn't give to Congress. Option c is wrong as states don't get delegated powers this way. Option d matches the definition.

Checks and balances is a system to prevent any branch of federal government from having too much power (each branch checks others). Option a is about budget, not checks. Option c is about Congress's two houses (bicameralism), not checks. Option d is wrong as it limits all branches, not just president. Option b is correct.

The Constitution's endurance (ability to last and be relevant over time) is a key feature. Its length is not a main feature, it's not inconsistent, and language isn't confusing. So option a is correct.

Answer:

d. Constitution specifically gives to the federal government.

Question 4