Chapter 5 Test: The Legislative Branch

Which is "NOT" one of the houses in Congress?

• Supreme Court

• House of Representitives

• Senate

How long are the sessions of Congress?

• One year

• Two years

• Three years

• Four years

How many members are in the House of Representitives?

• 100

• 89

• 432

• 435

How are the numbers of seats determined in the House of Representitives?

• State population

• Seat numbers

• U.S. Population

• Seats in the Senate

Which is "NOT" one of thequalification to be a member of the House of Representitives?

• 25 years of age

• Born in the U.S.

• Citizen of the U.S.

• Legal resident

How often are the members of the House of Representitives re-elected?

• Once a year

• Every two years

• Twice a year

• Every four years

How many members are in the Senate?

• 435

• 200

• 100

• 102

Which is "NOT" a qualification for becoming a Senator?

• Having a law degree

• Legal resident of the state they represent

• Citizen of the U.S.

• 30 years old

The main functions of the House Committees are to_________ and ________ bills.

• study, shape

• create, delete

• Form, present

• None of the above

What type of powers are given to the Speaker of the House?

• Influence preceedings

• Appoints members of the committees

• Schedules and refers bills

• All of the above