Learn the basics
What does Congress do? How are the Cabinet and Senate different? Learn about U.S. government with pictures and simple explanations.
Your state, your answers
The officer will also ask about your state — your senators, your governor, and your capital. Pick your state and the answers appear right here, and these questions join your practice rounds.
The three branches
Three branches. Three different jobs.
L · E · J
Covers 27 test questions
The amendments you must know
An amendment is a change to the Constitution.
The First Amendment: RAPPS
Covers 11 test questions
Congress by the numbers
Senate + House = Congress
Senate: 2–100–6. House: 435–2.
Covers 18 test questions
Federal vs. state powers
National jobs and everyday services
State: S · S · D
Covers 3 test questions
The founding documents
Freedom → Government → Rights
D · C · B
Covers 9 test questions
Rule of law & the economy
One law for everyone. No one is above it.
ALL means everyone
Covers 2 test questions
Cabinet vs. Senate
The Senate makes laws. The Cabinet gives advice.
S = Senate. C = Cabinet.
Covers 11 test questions