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

Veterans Day

Independence Day

Memorial Day

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

www.congress.gov

www.supremecourt.gov

www.whitehouse.gov

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

The Boston Tea Party

The signing of the Declaration of Independence

The Louisiana Purchase

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What is the primary function of the Judicial Branch?

To write laws

To enforce laws

To interpret laws

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

Consumer Price Index (CPI)

Unemployment Rate

Gross Domestic Product (GDP)

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What document outlines the eligibility process and requirements for naturalization?

The Bill of Rights

The Naturalization Eligibility Worksheet

The Declaration of Independence

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What was a direct consequence of the Emancipation Proclamation?

It ended the Revolutionary War

It began Westward Expansion

It mobilized African American soldiers to fight for the Union

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

Naturalization

Expatriation

Immigration

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

World War II

World War I

The Cold War

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

The Civics Test

The Language Test

The History Exam

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

The 13th Amendment

The 14th Amendment

The 15th Amendment

13 / 30

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

Supply and demand

Government spending

Taxation

14 / 30

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

Magellan and Drake

Lewis and Clark

Columbus and Vespucci

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

One term

Two full terms

Three full terms

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

The American flag

The bald eagle

The Liberty Bell

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

The War of 1812

The Civil War

The Mexican-American 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 was the primary goal of the Cold War?

To annex territories in Asia

To prevent the spread of communism

To establish free trade with Europe

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

Feudalism

Capitalism (market-based economy)

Socialism

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

Joining the military

Running for president

Serving on a jury

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

Reading, writing, and speaking in English

Completing a multiple-choice test only

Reciting the Pledge of Allegiance only

25 / 30

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

Secretary of State

Secretary of Defense

Attorney General

26 / 30

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

Dwight D. Eisenhower

Franklin D. Roosevelt

Harry S. Truman

27 / 30

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

Benjamin Franklin

George Washington

Thomas Jefferson

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

The Civil War

The Spanish-American War

World War I

29 / 30

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

The Indian Removal Act

The Homestead Act

The Emancipation Proclamation

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

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

Serving as judges

Running the government single-handedly

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