Exploring the Legislative Branch

The video discusses the U.S. Congress, highlighting its importance as outlined in the Constitution. It explains the bicameral structure, consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and details the specific powers and roles of each. The historical and practical reasons for having two houses are explored, including the Great Compromise and the concept of checks and balances. The video also touches on the election process and the powers unique to each house, such as impeachment and treaty ratification.

According to the Constitution, which branch of government is considered the most important?

• Executive

• Judicial

• Legislative

• State

What is the minimum age requirement to serve in the House of Representatives?

• 21 years old

• 25 years old

• 30 years old

• 35 years old

How is representation in the House of Representatives determined?

• By state population

• Equally among states

• By state legislatures

• By the President

What is the minimum age requirement to serve as a Senator?

• 30 years old

• 25 years old

• 40 years old

• 35 years old

Which amendment changed the method of electing Senators to a popular vote?

• 21st Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 17th Amendment

• 15th Amendment

Which house of Congress has the power to impeach federal officials?

• Supreme Court

• House of Representatives

• Senate

• Executive Branch

Where must all bills for raising revenue originate?

• Executive Branch

• Senate

• House of Representatives

• Supreme Court

Which house of Congress holds impeachment trials?

• Supreme Court

• Executive Branch

• House of Representatives

• Senate

What is the historical reason for having a bicameral legislature?

• To balance the interests of large and small states

• To give more power to the President

• To reduce the power of the judiciary

• To increase the power of the federal government

What is the practical reason for dividing the legislature into two houses?

• To simplify the election process

• To ensure the legislature doesn't have too much power

• To make the legislative process faster

• To give more power to the judiciary