Congress Practice Questions

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House of Congress based on equal representation for all states. Members have 6 year terms and 1/3 of the seats are up for election every 2 years. Has 100 members and has been viewed as the upper house with more powers and responsibilities of the 2 houses.

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Senate

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The group of people represented by a politician (ie. members living in a House Congressional District)

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Constituents

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Why do congressional committees and subcommittees exist?

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To acquire the information needed to pass meaningful and comprehensive legislation.

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The minimum age of a member of the House is

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25

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How many representatives does each state have?

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It is based upon their population

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One qualification for House of Rep is: must be a minimum of 30 years old, must be a US citizen for a minimum of 7 years, must live in the district they represent, must have previous experience in politics

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must be a US citizen for a minimum of 7 years

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Under the Constitution, Congress has the sole power to: declare war.

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declare war.

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How old do you need to be to run for Senate?

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30

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Senators are elected to serve ___ year terms.

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6

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Congress has the power to 

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make laws, borrow money, lay and collect taxes.