Unit 2: Legislative Branch Review (Hybrid)

How many Houses make up Congress?

• 1

• 2

• 3

What is the term that means "two houses"?

• Bicameral

• Unicameral

• Tricameral

Which is NOT a reason why Congress has two Houses?

• British Parliament did it (Houses of Commons &Lords)

• Helped resolve dispute between large and small states

• Checks and balances

• The President wanted it

Which powers are STATED in the Constitution?

• Expressed Powers

• Implied Powers

• Inherent Powers

How many members are there in the United States Senate?

• 100

• 435

• 200

• 50

Which are the qualifications to be a Senator?

• Must be 30 years old

• Been a citizen for the last 6 years

• Must be 25 years old

How long is a Senator's term?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

The Senate tries impeachment cases brought by the House

• True

• False

Who is the "President" of the Senate?

• Vice President

• Secretary of State

• Speaker of the House

• Majority Leader

Which leader of the Senate often meets with, and acts in concert with, the Speaker of the House and President?

• Majority/Minority Leader

• President of the Senate

• Whip

• President Pro Tempore