Branches of Government and the Structure of Congress

The video explains the three branches of the US government, focusing on the legislative branch, which includes the House of Representatives and the Senate. It details the structure, functions, and powers of each house, including the process of passing legislation. The legislative branch is responsible for writing and passing federal laws, with the House initiating tax laws and the Senate approving presidential appointments. The video also covers the election process for congressmen and senators, and the role of the vice president in the Senate.

Which branch of the US government is responsible for creating federal laws?

• Judicial

• State

• Legislative

• Executive

What is the structure of the US Congress?

• Tricameral

• Quadricameral

• Bicameral

• Unicameral

How many elected officials make up the House of Representatives?

• 500

• 435

• 200

• 100

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

• 30

• 35

• 21

• 25

Which power is exclusive to the House of Representatives?

• Approving treaties

• Declaring war

• Coining money

• Initiating tax laws

How many senators are there in the US Senate?

• 100

• 50

• 150

• 200

What is the term length for a US Senator?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

Who serves as the head of the Senate?

• The Speaker of the House

• The President

• The Vice President

• The Chief Justice

What is required for Congress to override a presidential veto?

• Simple majority in both houses

• 2/3 majority in both houses

• Unanimous vote in the Senate

• Approval from the Supreme Court

What happens if a bill fails to get a majority vote in Congress?

• It is automatically passed

• It is discarded permanently

• It is sent to the president

• It must be reintroduced