SS.C7.CG.3.7, 3.8, 3.9 Branches of Government

How many members are there in the United States House of Representatives?

• 100

• 435

• 535

• 218

What is the minimum number of votes required for a bill to pass in the Senate?

• 51

• 100

• 218

• 60

What is the purpose of committees in Congress?

• To elect the President

• To reduce the number of members debating a bill

• To increase the number of laws passed

• To represent other countries

What happens to a bill after it is recommended by a committee in Congress?

• It is signed into law by the President

• It is forwarded to the full house for a vote

• It is discarded and not considered further

• It is sent to the Supreme Court for review

What is the purpose of a Standing Committee in Congress?

• To reconcile differences in legislation passed by both chambers.

• To consider bills and issues on a permanent basis.

• To explore policies with a narrow jurisdiction.

• To address a specific issue temporarily.

Which type of committee is formed temporarily to address a specific issue and dissolves once the issue is resolved?

• Standing Committee

• Select Committee

• Special Committee

• Joint Committee

Who typically has the majority of leadership positions in each house of Congress?

• The minority party

• The party with the most recent election wins

• The majority party

• Independent members

What role does the Vice-President of the United States play in the Senate?

• Chairs all standing and select committees

• Breaks ties in the Senate

• Serves as the Speaker of the House

• Chairs the special committees

Which committee is specifically designed to perform a function beyond the authority or capacity of a standing committee?

• Standing Committee

• Select Committee

• Special Committee

• Conference Committee

What is the composition of a Joint Committee?

• Members of one house, and both parties

• Members of the House of Representatives and the Senate

• Members of one house, and one party

• Members of the House of Representatives only