2026 - I Civics: First Branch Legislative

What is the primary function of the legislative branch?

• To create laws or legislation

• To enforce laws

• To interpret laws

• To manage the military

Which clause in the Constitution allows Congress to stretch its powers?

• Necessary and Proper Clause

• Commerce Clause

• Supremacy Clause

• Equal Protection Clause

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

• Six years

• Two years

• Four years

• Eight years

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

• House of Representatives

• Senate

• Both houses

• Neither house

Organize these options into the right categories

Groups:

(a) Senators

,

(b) Representatives

• Citizen 9 Years

• Elected every 6 years

• Elected every 2 years

• 25 Years Old

• Live in State elected to represent

• Must be a resident of the state

• Live in the district you represent

• Citizen 7 Years

• Must be 30 years old

• Must be a resident of the state

In Article I, the framers divided Congress into two bodies creating a (a)   The ​ (b)   established the upper house called the ​ (c)   with equal representation and a House of Representatives with representation based on ​ (d)  

• bicameral legislature.
• Great Compromise
• Senate
• population
• unicameral assembly
• House of Lords
• fixed representation

What is the importance of committees in Congress?

• Committees are essential for efficient legislative review, specialization, and detailed examination of bills.
• Committees are primarily for budget discussions.
• Committees have no impact on the legislative process.
• Committees are only for social gatherings.

The Framers included both expressed and _____________ powers in Article I so that Congress could adapt to new challenges over time. Explain how this flexibility benefits lawmaking.

If a bill is controversial, it may be sent to a _____________, where a smaller group can research, debate, and propose changes before the whole chamber votes.

The Great Compromise created a _____________ legislature, which helped balance the interests of states with different populations