General Knowledge Trivia questions and answers

General Knowledge Trivia Questions and Answers

Our general knowledge trivia questions and answers are a fun way to learn some random facts about geography, history, politics, sports, science, technology, music, food, wild life, entertainment, cultures or just about anything.

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6,281.

What is the purpose of checks and balances in a government?

A.

To give total power to the executive

B.

To ensure one branch does not dominate

C.

To create more laws

D.

To limit voting rights

E.

To consolidate power

Correct answer is B

Checks and balances prevent any single branch of government from becoming too powerful.

6,282.

What is a dictatorship?

A.

Rule by an elected parliament

B.

Rule by a single leader with absolute power

C.

Rule by a group of people

D.

Rule by a democratic council

E.

Rule by the judiciary

Correct answer is B

A dictatorship is a government system where a single leader holds absolute power.

6,283.

What is the primary role of the executive branch?

A.

Make laws

B.

Enforce laws

C.

Interpret laws

D.

Overrule legislation

E.

Manage the judiciary

Correct answer is B

The executive branch enforces laws.

6,284.

What is a civic responsibility?

A.

A law enforcement role

B.

An obligation to participate in community and government activities

C.

An economic duty

D.

A personal preference

E.

A legal penalty

Correct answer is B

Civic responsibility includes actions like voting and community involvement.

6,285.

What is suffrage?

A.

The right to vote

B.

The right to education

C.

The right to protest

D.

The right to legal representation

E.

The right to free speech

Correct answer is A

Suffrage refers to the right to vote in elections.