Flashcard 4.1-4.3 (Fed. Legislative Branch)

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The legislative branch

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Makes our laws

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Why does Congress write bills and pass laws?

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To solve problems and issues in the US

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Congress is a ________ legislature - which means there are two chambers who work together to write federal laws.

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Bicameral

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How many members does the House of Representatives have?

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435

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Congressional representation in the House of Representatives is based on ___________.

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Population

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How long is the term of a representative?

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2 years

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Congressional representation in the Senate is based on ___________.

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Equal representation

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How many members does the Senate have?

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100

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How long is the term of a Senator?

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6 years

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What are the powers that are specifically given to Congress by the Constitution?

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Expressed