Understanding the US Legislative Branch

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What is the primary function of the Legislative Branch of the US Government?

Back

To make laws

Front

How many houses make up the United States Congress?

Back

Two

Front

Which of the following is a role of a Senator?
Options:
To appoint Supreme Court justices,
To represent their state in the federal government,
To enforce state laws,
To manage state budgets

Back

To represent their state in the federal government

Front

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

Back

2 years

Front

Which step in the legislative process involves a bill being reviewed and possibly amended by a committee?

Back

Committee Action

Front

Explain how the system of checks and balances works between the Legislative and Executive branches.

Back

The President can veto legislation, but Congress can override the veto with a two-thirds vote.

Front

Identify a major legislative power of Congress.

Back

To declare war

Front

Which of the following is an expressed power of Congress?
To regulate commerce with foreign nations,
To establish public schools,
To issue marriage licenses,
To conduct elections

Back

To regulate commerce with foreign nations

Front

What is an implied power of Congress?

Back

The power to draft an army

Front

What is the primary function of congressional committees?

Back

To review and refine legislation