Final Exam Review (Flashcards)

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Qualifications to be a United States Senator

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A person must be at least 30 years old, be a United States citizen for nine years, and reside in the state they plan to represent.

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17th Amendment and the selection of U.S. senators

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The 17th Amendment changed the process by allowing voters of each state to directly elect their senators, instead of being selected by state legislatures.

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Founders' intent in creating a bicameral legislature

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The Senate would have two seats per state, while representation in the House of Representatives would be determined by population.

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Role of each chamber of Congress in forming international treaties

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The Senate ratifies final agreements.

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Next step if a bill originates in the House of Representatives

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The Speaker of the House sends the bill to a committee.

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Role of the Speaker of the House

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Presides over legislative sessions and maintains order.

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Negative impact of lobbying

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Lobbying can lead to legislators becoming overly dependent on lobbyists for drafting legislation, resulting in biased laws.

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Impeachment of the Vice President

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A Vice President remains in office if less than two-thirds of the senators vote for removal.

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Constitutional requirement to run for U.S. President

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• Be a natural-born citizen of the United States.

• Be at least 35 years old.

• Have been a resident of the United States for 14 years.

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Informal qualification for U.S. President

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Political experience in an elected government office