Congress in Session (Chapter 6)

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In order to obtain membership in the House of Representatives you must,

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Be at least 25 years old, U.S. citizen for at least 7 years, Legal resident of the state electing them.

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Senators must be: At Least 30 years old, U.S. Citizen for 9 years, Legal resident of the state they represent

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All of the above

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How many voting members of congress are there?

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535

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Who is the presiding officer in the House of Representatives?

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Speaker of the House

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The complex rules in the house are geared toward moving legislation slowly once it reaches the floor

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False

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Congressional rules provide fairness and protection of the minority party in the midst of intense political discussions. True or False?

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True

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The ______________ is one of the oldest and most powerful committees in the House of Representatives?

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House Rules Committee

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In order to vote on legislation the House and Senate must meet what?

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Quorum

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Who are the Senate's most important officers? Options: Vice President and President, Majority Whip and Speaker of the House, Vice President and Speaker of the House, Majority Leader and Minority Leader

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Majority Leader and Minority Leader

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Powers Directly Stated in the Constitution are called?

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Expressed Powers