Congress in Session (Chapter 6)

In order to obtain membership in the House of Representatives you must,

• Be at least 25 years old

• U.S. citizen for at least 7 years

• Legal resident of the state electing them

• All of the above

Senators must be

• At Least 30 years old

• U.S. Citizen for 9 years

• Legal resident of the state they represent

• All of the above

There are multiple correct answers!

Congressional Privileges consist of

• $174,000 Base Salary

• Allowances to pay for staff, trips home, and telephones

• No Pensions involved

• 401K Plan

• Not allowed tax deductions

How many voting members of congress are there?

• 520

• 535

• 435

• 540

Who is the presiding officer in the House of Representatives?

• Minority Whip

• Majority Whip

• Vice President

• Speaker of the House

The complex rules in the house are geared toward moving legislation slowly once it reaches the floor

• True

• False

Congressional rules provide fairness and protection of the minority party in the midst of intense political discussions

• True

• False

The ______________ is one of the oldest and most powerful committees in the House of Representatives?

• Energy and Commerce Committee

• House Rules Committee

• Armed Forces Committee

• Select Committee

In order to vote on legislation the House and Senate must meet what?

• Perfect attendance

• Eligibility

• Quorum

• Standards

Who are the Senate's most important officers?

• Vice President and President

• Majority Whip and Speaker of the House

• Vice President and Speaker of the House

• Majority Leader and Minority Leader