US Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT) Practice Quiz

Question 1

The President returns a bill to Congress unsigned, together with a statement of objections.

What is required for that bill to become law notwithstanding the objections?

Accepted Answer

A two-thirds vote in both the House of Representatives and the Senate

Question 2

The executive branch has negotiated and signed a treaty with a foreign government.

Under Article II, what must happen before the President may ratify it on behalf of the United States?

Accepted Answer

The Senate must give its advice and consent by a vote of two-thirds of the senators present

Question 3

A state statute conflicts directly with a valid federal statute enacted on the same subject.

Which constitutional provision determines which one prevails?

Accepted Answer

The Supremacy Clause of Article VI

Question 4

The Constitution allows the privilege of the writ of habeas corpus to be suspended only in a narrowly defined situation.

Which situation is it?

Accepted Answer

When, in cases of rebellion or invasion, the public safety requires it

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