Constitution Test Practice

Which two bodies make up the bicameral Congress of the United States?

• Senate and House of Lords

• Senate and House of Commons

• Senate and House of Representatives

• House of Representatives and Parliament

How often are elections held for the House of Representatives?

• Every 2 years

• Every 4 years

• Every 6 years

• Every 10 years

What are the minimum requirements for someone to be elected to the House of Representatives?

• Minimum 30 years old, 10 year citizen

• Minimum 25 years old, 7 year citizen

• Minimum 18 years old, 5 year citizen

• Minimum 21 years old, 3 year citizen

On what basis is representation in the House of Representatives determined?

• Based on the size of the state

• Based on the state's GDP

• Based on population—census every 10 years

• Based on the number of registered voters

What happens when there are vacancies in the House of Representatives?

• The President appoints a replacement

• The state Governor calls for special elections

• The House votes for a replacement

• The Senate appoints a new member

Which office does the House of Representatives choose?

• President

• Vice President

• Speaker and other offices

• Chief Justice of Supreme Court

Which power is exclusively held by the House of Representatives?

• Power to declare war

• Power of impeachment

• Power to ratify treaties

• Power to appoint Supreme Court Justices

How often are elections held for the U.S. Senate?

• Every 4 years

• Every 6 years

• Every 2 years

• Every 5 years

What is the minimum age requirement for a U.S. Senator?

• 25 years

• 30 years

• 35 years

• 40 years

Who serves as the President of the Senate in the United States?

• The President of the United States

• The Vice President of the United States

• The Speaker of the House

• The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court