Civics Unit 5 (CG.3.7/3.8)

Front

What is the purpose of the committee system in Congress?

Back

To allow for deliberation and debate with a reduced number of members

Front

How many members are there in the United States House of Representatives?

Back

435

Front

What happens to a bill that is approved by the president?

Back

It becomes a law

Front

Which party selects the Speaker of the House of Representatives?

Back

The majority party

Front

Who serves as the President of the Senate in the absence of the Vice-President?

Back

The President pro tempore

Front

What is the purpose of a special committee in Congress?

Back

To perform a special function beyond the authority of a standing committee

Front

Why do conference committees have members from both houses and both parties?

Back

To negotiate agreements on bill differences between the two chambers

Front

Who is the head of the executive branch of the United States government?

Back

The President

Front

What is the term length for a member of the United States Senate?

Back

6 years

Front

Which branch of the United States government has the power to declare war?

Back

The Legislative Branch