Legislative Branch Review

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How many members does the House of Reps have?

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435

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How old does someone have to be to serve as a Senator? Options: 30, 25, 18, 35

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30

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Which of the following is a check the Legislative Branch has over the Executive? Options: Appoint new judges, Override a Veto with 2/3 majority vote, Veto Legislation, Filibuster a Bill

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Override a Veto with 2/3 majority vote

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Which of the following is NOT a type of power in the Constitution? Enumerated, Implied, Comprehensive, Reserved

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Comprehensive

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What is the basic function of Congress?

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Make laws

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How many members does the Senate have?

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100

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Which part of the Great Compromise benefited states with smaller populations? Options: Creation of the Senate, House of Reps determined with population, Senate ratifies all treaties, All money spending bills originate in the house

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Creation of the Senate

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The vice president’s ONLY critical role in Congress is to

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break tie votes in the Senate

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The term "pork barrel" refers to legislation specifically designed to

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provide funding for local projects that benefit constituents

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How old does someone have to be to serve as a Representative?

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25