Gov Unit 3 Flashcards

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What are the requirements to be a member of the House of Representatives?

Back

Must be 25 years old, Must be a US citizen for 7 years, Must live in the state from which he or she is elected.

Answer explanation

The correct requirements to be a member of the House of Representatives are: must be 25 years old, a US citizen for 7 years, and must live in the state from which elected. This aligns with Article I of the U.S. Constitution.

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What are the requirements to be a member of the Senate?

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Must be 30 years old, Must be a US citizen for 9 years, Must live in the state from which he or she is elected.

Answer explanation

To be a member of the Senate, one must be at least 30 years old, a US citizen for 9 years, and reside in the state they represent. This aligns with the correct choice, ensuring eligibility for Senate membership.

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What is the 17th Amendment?

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The direct election of U.S. Senators by popular vote

Answer explanation

The 17th Amendment established the direct election of U.S. Senators by popular vote, allowing citizens to have a greater say in their representation, contrasting with the previous method of selection by state legislatures.

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What is the impact of the 17th Amendment?

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It led to a more democratic process by allowing citizens to vote for their leaders.

Answer explanation

The 17th Amendment allowed for the direct election of U.S. Senators by the people, enhancing democratic participation and giving citizens a greater voice in their government.

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What are mid-term elections?

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Elections held in the middle of a presidential term

Answer explanation

Mid-term elections occur halfway through a presidential term, typically every four years, allowing voters to elect members of Congress and other local offices. This distinguishes them from elections at the beginning or end of a term.

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Why did the framers want Senators to serve 6 years and the members of the House to serve only 2 years?

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Senators serve 6 years for stability; House members serve 2 years for responsiveness.

Answer explanation

The framers designed the Senate to serve longer terms (6 years) for stability, while the House, with shorter terms (2 years), was meant to be more responsive to the public's changing needs and opinions.

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What are some of the powers given specifically to the House of Representatives?

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Impeachment of federal officials

Answer explanation

The House of Representatives has the exclusive power to impeach federal officials, meaning they can bring charges against them. The other options, such as ratifying treaties and appointing justices, are powers reserved for the Senate.

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What are some of the powers given specifically to the Senate?

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Approving treaties and presidential appointments

Answer explanation

The Senate has the exclusive power to approve treaties and presidential appointments, such as federal judges and cabinet members. This distinguishes it from other powers like declaring war, which is shared with the House.

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The 16th Amendment outlines:

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the federal income tax

Answer explanation

The 16th Amendment, ratified in 1913, allows Congress to levy a federal income tax without apportioning it among the states. This amendment is significant for establishing the federal income tax system in the United States.

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Who must give final approval before a bill becomes a law?

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The President

Answer explanation

The President must give final approval before a bill becomes a law. While Congress can pass a bill, it is the President's signature that enacts it.