03 - Government Unit III Study Guide

What is the primary role of the Legislative Branch of the United States government?

• Enforcing laws

• Interpreting laws

• Making laws

• Conducting foreign policy

How many chambers does the United States Congress have?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Which chamber of Congress has 435 members?

• Senate

• House of Representatives

• Supreme Court

• Executive Branch

Who leads the House of Representatives?

• Vice President

• President Pro Tempore

• Speaker of the House

• Majority Whip

What determines the number of House members in each state?

• State size

• Population

• Economic status

• Geographic location

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

• Four years

• Six years

• Two years

• Eight years

How many senators are there in the United States Senate?

• 50

• 100

• 200

• 435

What amendment shifted the power to elect senators to the people?

• 15th Amendment

• 16th Amendment

• 17th Amendment

• 18th Amendment

What is the term length for a U.S. senator?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

What is the role of the Senate's Majority Leader?

• To appoint judges

• To direct the legislative process in the chamber

• To veto bills

• To manage the federal budget