Understanding Article 1 of the U.S. Constitution

The video tutorial provides an overview of Article 1, Sections 1, 2, and 3 of the U.S. Constitution, focusing on the legislative branch. It explains the structure and functions of the bicameral legislature, consisting of the House of Representatives and the Senate. The House is designed for proportional representation, with members serving two-year terms, while the Senate offers equal representation for each state, with six-year terms. The roles of the Speaker of the House and the Senate's leadership, including the Vice President and the pro tempore, are also discussed.

What is the primary function of the legislative branch as outlined in the U.S. Constitution?

• To make laws

• To amend the Constitution

• To enforce laws

• To interpret laws

What does Article 1, Section 1 of the U.S. Constitution establish?

• A unicameral legislature

• The executive branch

• The judicial branch

• A bicameral legislature

How old must a person be to be elected to the House of Representatives?

• 18 years old

• 21 years old

• 25 years old

• 30 years old

What determines the number of representatives each state has in the House?

• The state's land area

• The state's population

• The state's age

• The state's GDP

Who is the leader of the House of Representatives?

• The Majority Leader

• The Speaker of the House

• The President

• The Vice President

What is the minimum age requirement to be elected to the Senate?

• 25 years old

• 35 years old

• 30 years old

• 40 years old

How many senators does each state have?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Who is the official leader of the Senate according to the Constitution?

• The President

• The Speaker of the House

• The Vice President

• The Majority Leader

What role does the Vice President play in the Senate?

• Drafts legislation

• Leads all sessions

• Appoints senators

• Votes only in case of a tie

What is the role of the pro tempore in the Senate?

• To act as the Vice President

• To run the Senate day-to-day

• To lead the House of Representatives

• To draft bills