Legislative Branch Government Review

How many houses make up the U.S. Congress?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

According to the Twentieth Amendment, on what date does each new congressional term begin?

• January 3rd

• January 20th

• March 4th

• April 15th

How many members are currently in the House of Representatives?

• 435

• 100

• 535

• 50

How long is the term for members of the House of Representatives?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

The process of redistributing House seats after each census is called:

• Reapportionment

• Redistricting

• Gerrymandering

• Census Adjustment

What is the term for drawing congressional districts to the advantage of a particular political party?

• Gerrymandering

• Filibustering

• Lobbying

• Redistricting

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

• 25 years

• 30 years

• 35 years

• 40 years

How many senators does each state have?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Why is the Senate considered a "continuous body"?

• Because it meets continuously throughout the year

• Because its members serve for life

• Because only a fraction of seats are up for election at any one time

• Because it never adjourns

How long is a senator's term?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years