Legislative Branch

Multiple Choice

What is a congressional district?

• A congressional district is a geographic area represented by a member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
• A congressional district is a region designated for federal tax collection.
• A congressional district is a voting precinct for local elections.
• A congressional district is a type of state government office.

Multiple Choice

How many members are apart of the House?

• 435
• 500
• 450
• 400

Multiple Choice

How many members are apart of the Senate?

• 200
• 50
• 100
• 75

Multiple Choice

When electing representatives in non-presidential election years what is it called?

• General elections
• Primary elections
• Midterm elections
• Special elections

Multiple Choice

House of Representatives members are elected for how many years per term?

• 2 years
• 6 years
• 4 years
• 1 year

Open Ended

What are the requirements to run for the house of representatives?

Open Ended

What are the requirements to hold office as a senator?

Open Ended

Why do you think congressmen/congresswomen need an annual allowance?

Multiple Choice

Why can't congressmen/congresswomen be sued for saying things on the "floor" of congress?

• They have immunity only during election periods.
• They are protected by the First Amendment.
• They can be sued if they make false statements.
• Due to the Speech or Debate Clause, which provides them immunity.

Open Ended

List some expressed powers that congress has below

Open Ended

Do you think Congress has to much power?

Multiple Choice

Who led the strict construction?

• Alexander Hamilton
• James Madison
• John Adams
• Thomas Jefferson

Multiple Choice

What was the overall result of McCulloch V Maryland?

• The federal government has supremacy over state laws, and states cannot tax federal institutions.
• Federal institutions must comply with state tax regulations.
• The case established that state laws are superior to federal laws.
• States have the power to tax federal institutions.

Multiple Choice

What are some examples of inherent powers that congress has?

• Establishing a national bank
• Setting state tax rates
• Acquiring territory, and conducting foreign relations.

• Creating local governments

Multiple Choice

What main special power does the house of representatives hold?

• Approve treaties with foreign nations.
• Elect the President of the United States.
• Confirm Supreme Court justices.
• Initiate revenue bills and impeach federal officials.

Multiple Choice

What main special power does the senate hold?

• The power to create new laws without approval.
• The power to impeach the President directly.
• The power to dissolve the House of Representatives.
• The power to confirm presidential appointments and ratify treaties.

Multiple Choice

What does Ex Post Facto Laws mean?

• You can be punished for something that was illegal when you did it.
• Ex Post Facto Laws mean you can change the rules after the game starts.
• Ex Post Facto Laws mean you can't be punished for something that was legal when you did it.
• It means you can be rewarded for breaking the law.

Open Ended

Bills of Attainder guarantee the people the right to what?

Multiple Choice

What is the basic meaning of the writ of habeas corpus?

• It allows for the immediate release of all prisoners.
• To ensure that a person cannot be held in custody without just cause.

• It is a document that grants immunity from prosecution.
• It requires a trial to be held within 24 hours of arrest.

Multiple Choice

Congress cannot do what?

• Declare war without the President's approval
• Impose tax exports

• Pass laws that benefit only one state
• All of these are correct

Multiple Choice

What is a special session of Congress?

• A special session of Congress is a meeting convened outside the regular session to address urgent issues.
• A special session of Congress is a meeting that occurs only during election years.
• A special session of Congress is a gathering of only the Senate members.
• A special session of Congress is a routine meeting held every year.

Multiple Choice

What is a joint session of Congress?

• A joint session of Congress is a meeting of the President and the Supreme Court.
• A joint session of Congress is a gathering of state governors.
• A joint session of Congress is a public forum for citizen discussions.
• A joint session of Congress is a meeting of both the House of Representatives and the Senate.

Multiple Choice

Who is the leader of the Senate?

• Majority Leader of the House
• Speaker of the House
• Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
• Vice President of the United States

Multiple Choice

What is a party WHIP?

• A party whip is a type of party game.
• A party whip is a ceremonial title with no real responsibilities.
• A party whip is a member who organizes social events for the party.
• A party whip is a party member responsible for ensuring party discipline and coordinating votes.

Multiple Choice

What are the duties of the speaker of the house?

• presiding over sessions & maintaining order

• Conducting judicial hearings
• Overseeing the President's speeches
• Managing the Senate's agenda

Multiple Choice

What is a standing committee?

• A standing committee is a permanent committee in a legislative body that focuses on specific areas of policy.
• A standing committee is a group of citizens that advises the government on public issues.
• A standing committee is a committee that only meets once a year.
• A standing committee is a temporary group formed for a specific event.

Multiple Choice

What is a joint committee?

• A joint committee is a committee that only includes Senate members.
• A joint committee is a temporary committee formed for a specific purpose.
• A joint committee is a legislative committee made up of members from both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
• A joint committee is a group of citizens advising the government.

Multiple Choice

What are the responsibilities of a "traffic cop" for Congress?

• Managing party discipline and facilitating communication among members.

• Conducting security checks for congressional sessions
• Enforcing traffic laws in the Capitol building
• Managing public relations for Congress

Open Ended

What are some different ways an idea for a bill begins?

Open Ended

What is the difference between public bills and private bills?

Multiple Choice

What is a rider on a bill?

• A rider is a person who votes on a bill.
• A rider is a type of vehicle.
• A rider is an additional provision added to a bill because it will not pass on its own.

• A rider is a financial penalty associated with a bill.