Exploring the Legislative Branch

Why did the founding fathers consider the legislative branch important?

• It had the power to enforce laws.

• It was the only branch of government.

• It was the smallest branch.

• It was described in the first article of the Constitution.

How many senators are there in the Senate?

• 50

• 435

• 100

• 200

What is one requirement to become a U.S. senator?

• Must be at least 25 years old

• Must be a U.S. citizen for at least 9 years

• Must have a law degree

• Must have served in the military

How many seats are there in the House of Representatives?

• 500

• 435

• 325

• 100

What determines the number of representatives each state has in the House?

• The size of the state

• The population of the state

• The wealth of the state

• The age of the state

What is one requirement to become a representative?

• Must be at least 30 years old

• Must own property

• Must be a U.S. citizen for at least 7 years

• Must have a college degree

Which branch can introduce bills that deal with government spending?

• The Senate

• The President

• The House of Representatives

• The Supreme Court

Who can approve or reject agreements with other countries?

• The Supreme Court

• The House of Representatives

• The President

• The Senate

How long is the term for a member of the House of Representatives?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

What is one power that both the Senate and the House of Representatives share?

• Declaring war

• Approving the President's appointments

• Introducing spending bills

• Negotiating treaties