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

Three full terms

One term

Two full terms

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What was the primary goal of the Cold War?

To annex territories in Asia

To establish free trade with Europe

To prevent the spread of communism

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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 economic system is the U.S. based on?

Feudalism

Capitalism (market-based economy)

Socialism

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

Columbus and Vespucci

Magellan and Drake

Lewis and Clark

7 / 30

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

The bald eagle

The American flag

The Liberty Bell

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What was the purpose of the Federalist Papers?

To outline civil rights

To promote the ratification of the U.S. Constitution

To declare independence from Britain

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

Secretary of State

Secretary of Defense

Attorney General

10 / 30

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

www.whitehouse.gov

www.supremecourt.gov

www.congress.gov

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

Franklin D. Roosevelt

Harry S. Truman

Dwight D. Eisenhower

13 / 30

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

The Civil War

The Spanish-American War

World War I

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What is the primary function of the Judicial Branch?

To interpret laws

To write laws

To enforce laws

15 / 30

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

Reciting the Pledge of Allegiance only

Reading, writing, and speaking in English

Completing a multiple-choice test only

16 / 30

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

Consumer Price Index (CPI)

Unemployment Rate

Gross Domestic Product (GDP)

17 / 30

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

Independence Day

Memorial Day

Veterans Day

18 / 30

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

George Washington

Thomas Jefferson

Benjamin Franklin

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

Government spending

Supply and demand

Taxation

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

Expatriation

Naturalization

Immigration

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

The 14th Amendment

The 13th Amendment

The 15th Amendment

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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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What was one significant effect of the California Gold Rush?

Rapid population growth and economic expansion in California

The end of slavery in the U.S.

The start of the Civil War

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

www.whitehouse.gov

www.senate.gov

www.house.gov

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

The Louisiana Purchase

The signing of the Declaration of Independence

The Boston Tea Party

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

Serving on a jury

Joining the military

Running for president

29 / 30

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

Six years

Four years

Two years

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What document outlines the eligibility process and requirements for naturalization?

The Bill of Rights

The Declaration of Independence

The Naturalization Eligibility Worksheet

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