PLDMS Three Branches Test SS.7.C.3.3

1. Bicameral structure of Congress arose from

• a. an agreement made at the First Continental Congress.

• b. the attempt to model the U.S. government after that of Great Britain.

• c. a disagreement about representation at the Constitutional Convention.

• d. our federal form of government.

2. Which part of the U.S. Constitution outlines legislative power?

• a. First Amendment

• b. Bill of Rights

• c. Preamble

• d. Article I

3. When the House and Senate wish to do business together, they hold a

• a. bicameral Congress.

• b. general election.

• c. joint session.

• d. press conference.

4. Which pairing is correct?

• a. Senate- Based off Population

• b. Senate-Lower House

• c. H.O.R. - 435 Members

• d. H.O.R- Six Year Terms

5. Congress may override a presidential veto with a

• a. majority vote.

• b. three-quarters vote.

• c. two-thirds vote.

• d. unanimous vote.

6. What do we call it when Congress stretches it powers to meet new needs?

• a. Ex Post Facto Laws

• b. Impeach

• c. Bill of Attainder

• d. Elastic Clause

7. Which of the following is not a power of congress?

• a. Declare War

• b. Negotiate Peace Treaties

• c. Make Money

• d. Maintain the Army

8. After a Tax Bill passes the House of Representatives, the bill is sent where?

(From Your Bellwork)

• a. To the Senate

• b. To the White House

• c. To the Committee

• d. To a Joint Resolution

9. Which action formally accuses a government official of “wrongdoing”?

• a. Filibuster

• b. Impeach

• c. Override

• d. Veto

10. Which of the following are the constitutional requirements for being president?

• a. at least 35 years old, native-born citizen, college educated

• b. at least 35 years old, natural-born citizen, lived in United States 14 years

• c. at least 35 years old, naturalized citizen, lived in United States 14 years

• d. at least 40 years old, native-born citizen, lived in United States 10 years