Exploring the Structure and Function of the U.S. Congress

According to the Constitution, which branch of government is considered the most important?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• State

What is the minimum age requirement to serve in the House of Representatives?

• 21 years old

• 25 years old

• 30 years old

• 35 years old

How is representation in the House of Representatives determined?

• Equally among states

• By state population

• By state legislatures

• By the President

What is the minimum age requirement to serve as a Senator?

• 25 years old

• 30 years old

• 35 years old

• 40 years old

Which amendment changed the way Senators are elected?

• 21st Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 17th Amendment

• 15th Amendment

What is the historical reason for having a bicameral legislature?

• To simplify the legislative process

• To balance the interests of large and small states

• To reduce the number of laws passed

• To increase the power of the President

What is the practical reason for dividing the legislature into two houses?

• To reduce the number of representatives

• To ensure the legislature doesn't have too much power

• To make the legislative process faster

• To give more power to the executive branch

What is the term length for a Senator?

• 4 years

• 2 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

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

• Senate

• House of Representatives

• Supreme Court

• Executive Branch

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

• 6 years

• 2 years

• 8 years

• 4 years