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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7,256.

What is the primary role of the executive branch of government?

A.

Interpret laws

B.

Enforce laws

C.

Create laws

D.

Amend the constitution

E.

Oversee elections

Correct answer is B

The executive branch enforces laws and oversees the administration of government policies.

7,257.

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws?

A.

Legislative

B.

Executive

C.

Judicial

D.

Administrative

E.

Regulatory

Correct answer is C

The judicial branch interprets the laws and ensures they comply with the constitution.

7,258.

What is the term for a vote of the entire electorate to decide a specific issue?

A.

Referendum

B.

Election

C.

Plebiscite

D.

Motion

E.

Impeachment

Correct answer is A

A referendum is a vote by the entire electorate on a specific issue.

7,259.

Who was the leader of the Soviet Union during World War II?

A.

Vladimir Lenin

B.

Joseph Stalin

C.

Nikita Khrushchev

D.

Mikhail Gorbachev

E.

Leon Trotsky

Correct answer is B

Joseph Stalin was the leader of the Soviet Union during World War II.

7,260.

Which political philosophy emphasizes individual freedom and limited government?

A.

Communism

B.

Liberalism

C.

Socialism

D.

Conservatism

E.

Federalism

Correct answer is B

Liberalism emphasizes individual freedom and limited government.