GovEc Structure, Powers & Procedures of the Legislative Branch

What is the primary function of the legislative branch?

• To enforce laws

• To interpret laws

• To make laws

• To appoint justices

Which article of the U.S. Constitution establishes the legislative branch?

• Article I

• Article II

• Article III

• Article IV

How many total members are in the U.S. Senate?

• 100

• 435

• 50

• 538

How many total members are in the House of Representatives?

• 50

• 100

• 435

• 538

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

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• Lifetime

What is the minimum age requirement to be a member of the House of Representatives?

• 18

• 21

• 25

• 30

Who is the presiding officer of the House of Representatives?

• The Vice President

• The Chief Justice

• The Speaker of the House

• The President Pro Tempore

What is the significance of the necessary and proper clause (Elastic Clause)?

• It allows Congress to expand its powers beyond what is explicitly stated in the Constitution.

• It limits Congress to only the powers listed in the Constitution.

• It prevents the President from vetoing laws.

• It requires Congress to get approval from the Supreme Court before passing laws.

Which legislative body has the power to impeach the President?

• The Senate

• The Supreme Court

• The House of Representatives

• The Cabinet

If the President is impeached, who holds the trial to determine removal from office?

• The House of Representatives

• The Senate

• The Supreme Court

• The Electoral College