Understanding Article 1 of the U.S. Constitution

What is the primary function of the Legislative Branch as outlined in Article 1?

• To adjudicate legal disputes

• To write laws

• To enforce laws

• To interpret laws

How often are members of the House of Representatives elected?

• Every 2 years

• Every 6 years

• Every 4 years

• Every year

What is the maximum number of seats in the House of Representatives as of 1929?

• 100

• 435

• 535

• 350

Who is the presiding officer of the House of Representatives?

• The President Pro Tempore

• The Vice President

• The President

• The Speaker of the House

What role does the Vice President play in the Senate?

• President of the Senate

• Majority Leader

• Speaker of the Senate

• Secretary of the Senate

Which house of Congress has the power to impeach the President?

• The Senate

• Both houses

• The House of Representatives

• The Supreme Court

What type of bill must originate in the House of Representatives?

• Appointment bills

• Amendment bills

• Impeachment bills

• Revenue bills

Which power allows Congress to regulate business between states?

• Power to declare war

• Power to establish post offices

• Power to regulate interstate commerce

• Power to coin money

What does the Writ of Habeas Corpus guarantee?

• Right to appear before a judge if arrested

• Right to a fair trial

• Right to vote

• Right to bear arms

What are states prohibited from doing under Article 1?

• Electing Senators

• Forming militaries

• Making treaties with other countries

• Creating laws