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Practice Exam

Question 5 • Principles of American Democracy

Which best describes the primary function of the Senate?

Answer
A
trying impeached officials
B
approving presidential appointments
C
approving international treaties
D
making laws

Explanation

The Senate’s primary function, along with the House of Representatives, is to make federal laws. The Senate also has special responsibilities, such as approving treaties and presidential appointments and trying impeached officials, but these are not its primary function. The best choice is “making laws.”

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