Unit 3: Legislative Branch

Which set accurately describes the formal qualifications to be a United States senator?

• Must be at least 25 years of age.

  Must have been a U.S. citizen for at least 7 years.

  Must live in the state they represent at the time of election.

• Must be at least 30 years of age.

  Must have been a citizen at least 9 years.

  Must live in the state they represent at the time of election.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

  Must be a natural born citizen of the United States.

  Must have resided in the state they are seeking to represent for at least 5 years.

• Must be at least 30 years of age.

  Must be a natural born citizen of the United States.

  Must have resided in the state they seek to represent for at least 9 years.

Which set accurately describes the formal qualifications to be a United States representative?

• Must be at least 25 years of age.

  Must have been a U.S. citizen for at least 7 years.

  Must live in the state they represent at the time of election.

• Must be at least 30 years of age.

  Must have been a U.S. citizen for at least 9 years.

  Must live in the state they represent at the time of election.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

  Must have been a U.S. citizen at least 9 years.

  Must live in the state they represent at the time of election.

• Must be at least 30 years of age.

  Must be a natural born citizen of the United States.

  Must have resided in the state they are seeking to represent for at least 9 years.

How did the 17th Amendment impact the election of senators?

• Senators are elected by the people of the state instead of the state's legislature.

• Senators are elected by the state's legislature instead of the people.

• Senators are elected by the people every two years.

• Senators are appointed by the President.

What is the difference between how senators and representatives are elected?

• Senators are elected by a national vote of the people while representatives are elected by the people within a state's congressional district.

• Representatives are elected by the people within a congressional district while senators are elected by all people within the state.

• Senators are elected by the people within a congressional district while representatives are elected by all people within a state.

• Representatives are elected by the electoral college while senators are selected by state legislatures.

What was the intention of the Founders for representatives to be elected every two years?

• It takes that long to collect taxes for government projects.

• There are population surges every two years that need to be represented.

• Representatives can only run for president if they have served at least two years.

• Representatives should remain most responsive to the needs and wants of the people.

Which of the following is a unique power for the House of Representatives?

• Ratify treaties.

• Confirm federal appointments.

• Initiate bills regarding revenue.

• Conduct impeachment trials serving as judge and jury.

Which of the following lists the steps for a bill to become law in the correct order?

• 1. Bill is introduced to the House or Senate.

  2. Sent to a committee.

  3. Debated on chamber floor.

  4. Sent to other chamber for approval.

  5. President signs the bill.

• 1. Bill is introduced to the President.

  2. Sent to one chamber for approval.

  3. Sent to other chamber for approval.

  4. Debated on House and Senate floors simultaneously.

  5. President signs the bill.

• 1. Bill is introduced in the House or Senate.

  2. Debated on chamber floor.

  3. Sent to a committee.

  4. President signs the bill.

  5. Sent to the other chamber for approval.

• 1. Bill is sent to a conference committee.

  2. Debated on chamber floor.

  3. Sent to rules committee.

  4. Introduced to the Senate or House.

  5. President signs the bill.

What is the purpose of a conference committee?

• It is a permanent committee that handles certain issues.

• It is established for a specific purpose for a limited amount of time.

• It is designed to join members of the House and Senate for a specific purpose.

• It is established to work out differences between House and Senate versions of the bill.

Which of the following describes a positive role lobbyists can play in the legislative process?

• Lobbying is perceived as bribery to many.

• Some issues are not addressed for public policy changes.

• Lobbyists can provide accurate, updated information to legislators.

• Some interest groups have more money to influence a vote to go a certain way.

When can a federal official be removed from office?

• Once the official is convicted in the impeachment process.

• As soon as charges are brought against the official.

• While accusations are still being investigated.

• As soon as the crime is committed.