The Legislative Branch

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How many people make up the House of Representatives?

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435

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How many people make up the U.S. Senate?

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100

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Which of the following is a check that Congress has over the president: a. They have to approve his appointees, b. They can override his veto, c. They have the power to impeach him, d. All of the above

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All of the above

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Congressional committees and subcommittees exist in order to:

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acquire the information needed to pass meaningful legislation

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Where does Congress do most of its work?

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In committees

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The people the Congressperson actually represent are known as:

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Constituents

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What type of power is given to Congress through the “Necessary and Proper” Clause?

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Implied Powers

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Qualifications to be in the United States Senate are: 9 years a citizen of the United States, 30 years old, 6 years a citizen of the United States, 20 years old, 7 years a citizen of the United States, 25 years old, A natural born citizen of the United States, 35 years old

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9 years a citizen of the United States, 30 years old

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One of the most important committees is the Conference Committee because it:

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Hammers out differences between bills passed in the Senate and the House.

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Our Congress is made up of two houses, also known as:

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Bicameral