Legislative Branch Quiz

This version of a representative views themselves as representatives of the people.

• Delegate

• Trustee

• Partisan

• Politico

This version of a representative votes based on their conscious and judgement, and not based on the views of their constituents.

• Delegate

• Trustee

• Partisan

• Politico

This version of a representative believes that they owe their allegiance to their political party and will vote the party line.

• Delegate

• Trustee

• Partisan

• Politico

How long is a term of Congress?

• 1 year

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

How long is a term for a member of the House of Representatives?

• 1 year

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

________ is the drawing of electoral district lines in order to benefit a political party or group.

• Gerrymandering

• Apportionment

• Incumbency

• Politicization

Which of the following is not a qualification to be a member of the House of Representatives?

• Be at least 25 years old.

• Be a U.S. citizen for at least 7 years.

• Live in the state you are representing.

• Cannot have broken the law.

Which of the following is not a qualification to be a member of the Senate?

• Be at least 30 years old.

• Be a U.S. citizen for at least 9 years.

• Live in the state you are representing.

• Need approval from the state governor.

How long is a term for a member of the Senate?

• 1 year

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

This amendment allows for the direct election of Senators.

• 14th Amendment

• 17th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 27th Amendment