Unit 3: Legislative Branch

Front

What are the constitutional requirements to serve as a United States senator?

Back

Must be at least 30 years old.
Must have been a U.S. citizen for at least 9 years.
Must reside in the state they wish to represent.

Front

What are the constitutional requirements to serve as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives?

Back

Must be at least 25 years old.
Must have been a U.S. citizen for at least 7 years.
Must reside in the state they wish to represent.

Front

What change did the 17th Amendment bring to the process of selecting U.S. senators?

Back

It allowed the people of each state to directly elect their senators.

Front

How are the elections for senators and representatives different in terms of voter participation?

Back

Senators are elected by the entire state while representatives are elected by voters in specific districts.

Front

Which of the following is a power exclusive to the House of Representatives?
Approve presidential appointments.
Originate revenue-related legislation.
Ratify international treaties.
Serve as the jury in impeachment trials.

Back

Originate revenue-related legislation.

Front

Which of the following lists the steps for a bill to become law in the correct order? 1. Bill is introduced to the House or Senate. 2. Sent to a committee. 3. Debated on chamber floor. 4. Sent to other chamber for approval. 5. President signs the bill.

Back

1. Bill is introduced to the House or Senate. 2. Sent to a committee. 3. Debated on chamber floor. 4. Sent to other chamber for approval. 5. President signs the bill.

Front

What is the primary function of a conference committee in Congress?

Back

It is formed to resolve disagreements on a particular bill between the House and Senate.

Front

What is the final step in the process of removing a federal official from office?

Back

Once the official is convicted in the impeachment process.

Front

What is the role of each chamber in the impeachment process?

Back

The Senate conducts the trial while the House of Representatives brings the charges.

Front

What is the length of a term for a US Senator?

Back

six years