Congress and Legislative Powers Quiz

What are the qualifications to be a member of the US House of Representatives?

• 25 years old, US Citizen for 9 years, live in district

• 30 years old, US Citizen for 9 years, live in state

• 30 years old, US Citizen for 7 years, live in state

• 25 years old, US Citizen for 7 years, live in district

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

• 8 years

• 6 years

• 4 years

• 2 years

What are the qualifications to be a member of the US Senate?

• 25 years old, US Citizen for 9 years, live in district

• 30 years old, US Citizen for 9 years, live in state

• 25 years old, US Citizen for 7 years, live in district

• 30 years old, US Citizen for 7 years, live in state

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

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

What is the salary of a member of Congress?

• $100,000

• $150,000

• $174,000

• $200,000

Which of the following is a power of the entire Congress?

• Make federal taxes

• Declare war

• Impeachment of federal judges

• Approve treaties and presidential appointees

Which house of Congress calls for impeachment?

• House of Representatives

• Senate

• Supreme Court

• Both houses

What is the required majority vote in the House of Representatives to impeach a president?

• Simple majority

• 2/3 vote

• 3/4 vote

• Unanimous vote

Which house of Congress holds the trial for impeachment?

• Supreme Court

• Senate

• House of Representatives

• Both houses

What is the required vote in the Senate to find a president guilty and remove them from office?

• 3/4 vote

• Unanimous vote

• 2/3 vote

• Simple majority