U.S. Constitution part 2

How is representation in the House of Representatives determined?

• By the population of the state

• Each state has the same amount

• Governor of the state uses a special formula

• Each state's legislature detemines the number

Which government body has the right to draw up impeachment charges?

• Senate

• Supreme Court

• House of Representatives

• Electoral College

In what publication is everything the legislative branch does reported?

• Washington Post

• Legislative Forum

• Docket of the Supreme Court

• Congressional Record

What is the officer called who presides over the House of Representatives?

• President

• President pro tempore

• Speaker

• Chairman

The House of Representatives and the Senate together are called?

• Supreme Court

• Congress

• Cabinet

• Electoral College

How long is the term of office for a Senator?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• Life

How long is the term of office for a U.S. Representative?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• Life

Which of the following powers are forbidden (or prohibited) to Congress? (Select all that apply)

• To grant titles of nobility

• To pass ex post facto laws

• to make bills of attainder

• declare war

What is the total number of U.S. Senators?

• 435

• 453

• 100

• 50

Who is the presiding officer of the Senate?

• The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

• The Speaker of the House

• The President

• The Vice President