The Legislative Branch in a Flash!

What are the names of the powers of Congress that can be found written out in Article 1 of the United States Constitution?

• Enumerated

• Expressed

• Listed

• Implied

Implied powers are also called...

• The Elastic Clause / Necessary and Proper Clause

• The Rubber Band Clause / Necessary & Proper Clause

• The Necessary & Proper Clause / Stretching Clause

• The Necessary & Proper Clause / Fixed Clause

The power to declare war, coin money, and establish post offices are all examples of...

• Enumerated powers

• Implied powers

• "Other" powers

• Super powers

The Legislative Branch (Congress) is a bicameral legislature. Bicameral means..

• 2 chambers

• 2 chains

• 1 chamber

• 1 house

Which of the following is true for someone who wants to run for the Senate?

• They must be 30 years old, be a citizen for 9 years, and reside in the state where they are elected.

• They must be 25 years old, be a citizen for 9 years, and reside in the state where they are elected.

• They must be 30 years old, be a citizen for 7 years, and reside in the state where they are elected.

• They must be 25 years old, be a citizen for 7 years, and reside in the state where they are elected.

Which of the following is true for someone who wants to run for the House of Representatives?

• They must be 30 years old, be a citizen for 9 years, and reside in the state where they are elected.

• They must be 25 years old, be a citizen for 9 years, and reside in the state where they are elected.

• They must be 30 years old, be a citizen for 7 years, and reside in the state where they are elected.

• They must be 25 years old, be a citizen for 7 years, and reside in the state where they are elected.

How long is a Senators term?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

How long is a Representatives term? (someone from the House of Representatives)

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

Who is the leader of the Senate? Who is the back up?

• The Vice President; the President pro tempore

• The President pro tempore; the Vice President

• The Vice President; the Speaker of the Senate

• The Speaker of the House; the Vice President

How many members are in the House of Representatives and how do we determine this number?

• 435; based on the population of a state

• 100; based on the population of the state

• 100; based on equality amongst states

• 435; based on equality amongst states