US Citizenship Practice Test - System Of Government

US Citizenship Practice Test—System of Government. The test consists of 30 multiple-choice questions based explicitly on the United States System of Government and some mixed questions. At the end of the test you can check your score.

Our free US Citizenship Practice Test on the System of Government includes topics on Branches of government (executive, legislative, judicial), Federal vs. state powers, elected positions (president, senators, representatives), and the roles and responsibilities of government officials.

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US Citizenship Practice Test - System of Government

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Which war solidified the U.S. borders in the early 19th century?

The Civil War

The Mexican-American War

The War of 1812

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What was a direct consequence of the Emancipation Proclamation?

It began Westward Expansion

It mobilized African American soldiers to fight for the Union

It ended the Revolutionary War

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Which government website can provide information about the current President and Vice President?

www.supremecourt.gov

www.congress.gov

www.whitehouse.gov

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How long is a U.S. Senator’s term in office?

Two years

Six years

Four years

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What is required during the English Test portion of the naturalization process?

Completing a multiple-choice test only

Reciting the Pledge of Allegiance only

Reading, writing, and speaking in English

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Which indicator measures the overall economic output of the U.S.?

Gross Domestic Product (GDP)

Consumer Price Index (CPI)

Unemployment Rate

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What was one significant effect of the California Gold Rush?

The end of slavery in the U.S.

Rapid population growth and economic expansion in California

The start of the Civil War

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What was the purpose of the Federalist Papers?

To promote the ratification of the U.S. Constitution

To declare independence from Britain

To outline civil rights

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What document outlines the eligibility process and requirements for naturalization?

The Naturalization Eligibility Worksheet

The Bill of Rights

The Declaration of Independence

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Which event marked the beginning of Westward Expansion in American history?

The signing of the Declaration of Independence

The Louisiana Purchase

The Boston Tea Party

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Which symbol represents the United States’ commitment to freedom and is often displayed at public events?

The Liberty Bell

The American flag

The bald eagle

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How many terms can a U.S. President serve consecutively?

Two full terms

Three full terms

One term

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Which U.S. holiday honors the memory of the nation’s military personnel who died in service?

Independence Day

Memorial Day

Veterans Day

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What basic economic concept explains how prices are determined by availability and desire?

Supply and demand

Taxation

Government spending

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What test must applicants pass to demonstrate knowledge of U.S. civics?

The Language Test

The Civics Test

The History Exam

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What is the primary function of the Judicial Branch?

To interpret laws

To write laws

To enforce laws

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What economic system is the U.S. based on?

Capitalism (market-based economy)

Feudalism

Socialism

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Which war was fought primarily between the northern and southern states over slavery?

World War I

The Civil War

The Spanish-American War

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Which process must a permanent resident go through to become a U.S. citizen?

Immigration

Naturalization

Expatriation

20 / 30

Who were the primary explorers sent to survey the Louisiana Territory?

Columbus and Vespucci

Lewis and Clark

Magellan and Drake

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What role do U.S. citizens play in maintaining democracy aside from voting?

Running the government single-handedly

Serving as judges

Participating in civic activities such as joining community groups and writing to elected officials

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Which of these is a responsibility that comes with U.S. citizenship?

Serving on a jury

Running for president

Joining the military

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Who is known as the “Father of Our Country”?

George Washington

Benjamin Franklin

Thomas Jefferson

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Which amendment guarantees that all citizens are provided equal protection under the law?

The 13th Amendment

The 15th Amendment

The 14th Amendment

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Where can citizens find information about their U.S. Senators?

www.senate.gov

www.whitehouse.gov

www.house.gov

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Which act led to the forced relocation of Native Americans in the 1830s?

The Homestead Act

The Emancipation Proclamation

The Indian Removal Act

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Which conflict was sparked by tensions over restrictions imposed by the Treaty of Versailles?

The Cold War

World War II

World War I

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Which Cabinet-level position advises the President on foreign affairs?

Attorney General

Secretary of State

Secretary of Defense

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What was the primary goal of the Cold War?

To establish free trade with Europe

To annex territories in Asia

To prevent the spread of communism

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Which U.S. president led the nation during most of World War II?

Dwight D. Eisenhower

Harry S. Truman

Franklin D. Roosevelt

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