US Government and Congress

How many branches of government are there in the US?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Which branch of government is responsible for writing and passing federal laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• None of the above

What are the two houses that form the United States Congress?

• House of Representatives and Senate

• House of Commons and House of Lords

• House of Congress and House of Senate

• House of Delegates and House of Governors

How many members are there in the House of Representatives?

• 100

• 200

• 435

• 600

Which house of Congress has the power to initiate tax laws and spending bills?

• House of Representatives

• Senate

• Both houses

• Neither house

How many senators are there from each state?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What is the minimum age requirement to become a member of the House of Representatives?

• 18

• 21

• 25

• 30

Who serves as the head of the Senate?

• President

• Speaker of the House

• Vice President

• Chief Justice

Which house of Congress has the power to approve presidential appointments and treaties?

• House of Representatives

• Senate

• Both houses

• Neither house

What is the required majority vote in both houses to override a presidential veto?

• Simple majority

• 2/3 majority

• 3/4 majority

• Unanimous vote