Legislative Branch A

When the Vice President is not available to preside over the senate, who takes their place?

• President

• Speaker of the House

• President Pro Tempore

Which of the following is a requirement for a senator to be elected?

• Must be at least 35 years old

• Must be at least 30 years old

• Must be at least 25 years old

What is the length of a senator’s term in Congress?

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

For someone to be elected to the House of Representatives, they must be a citizen for approximately ______ years.

• 12

• 5

• 7

How many bills come before Congress in a single session?

• More than 10,000

• More than 300

• More than 300,000

Which committee in Congress is permanent and is always a committee during every Congressional Term?

• Joint Committee

• Standing Committee

• Select Committee

The Constitution provided for what type of government?

• Bicameral

• Monarchy

• Unilateral

What term is associated with the president rejecting any proposed laws?

• Impeach

• Minority

• Veto

What does Congress rely on to stretch its powers?

• Ex Post Facto Laws

• The Elastic Clause

• Bills of Attainder

What process accuses of official of wrongdoing and can result in removal from that office?

• Impeachment

• Elections

• Trial by Jury