Exploring the Structure of the Legislative Branch

What are expressed powers?

• Powers directly stated in the Constitution

• Powers not mentioned in the Constitution

• Powers given to the states

• Powers that the government assumes

What is the necessary and proper clause also known as?

• The Establishment Clause

• The Commerce Clause

• The Supremacy Clause

• The Elastic Clause

Which branch of government has the power to declare war?

• The Executive Branch

• The Judicial Branch

• The State Governments

• The Legislative Branch

How many members are there in the House of Representatives?

• 200

• 50

• 435

• 100

Which house of Congress has equal representation from each state?

• The Executive Branch

• The Senate

• The Judicial Branch

• The House of Representatives

Who is the presiding officer in the House of Representatives?

• The Majority Leader

• The Speaker of the House

• The President Pro Tempore

• The Vice President

What role does the Vice President play in the Senate?

• They appoint Supreme Court justices

• They draft legislation

• They lead the majority party

• They preside over the Senate and vote in case of a tie

What is the term length for a member of the House of Representatives?

• 6 years

• 4 years

• 8 years

• 2 years

What is an incumbent?

• A new candidate running for office

• A person who currently holds a political office

• A person who is not eligible to run for office

• A person who has never held office

What is one argument against term limits for Congress members?

• It reduces the influence of political parties

• It provides stability and expertise

• It ensures new ideas are constantly introduced

• It allows for more frequent elections