The Senate

What Senate procedure allows a minority to stall the passage of bills?

• Filibuster

• Cloture

• Veto

• Override

What special power does the Constitution give to the Senate?

• Power to declare war

• Power to impeach federal officials

• Power to reject presidential appointments

• Power to introduce revenue bills

What are the basic job qualifications for a person seeking to be a senator according to Article I, Section 3, of the Constitution?

• At least 25 years old, a U.S. citizen for at least seven years, and a resident of the state they represent.

• At least 35 years old, a U.S. citizen for at least nine years, and a resident of the state they represent.

• At least 30 years old, a U.S. citizen for at least five years, and a resident of the state they represent.

• At least 40 years old, a U.S. citizen for at least ten years, and a resident of the state they represent.

Which amendment to the Constitution changed the method of selecting senators from state legislatures to direct popular election?

• First Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

• Tenth Amendment

• Seventeenth Amendment

What term is used to describe the Senate due to the wealth of its members?

• Aristocrats' Alliance

• Plutocrats' Parliament

• Oligarchs' Organization

• Millionaires' Club

Which position in the Senate is largely ceremonial and can only vote to break ties?

• Majority Leader

• President of the Senate (Vice President of the United States)

• Minority Leader

• President Pro Tempore

What is the most powerful position in the Senate?

• Senate majority leader

• Speaker of the House

• Senate minority leader

• Senate president pro tempore

What is the primary function of select and special committees in the Senate?

• Making laws

• Advising the House

• Providing oversight of government agencies

• Conducting joint sessions

What is the general limit on the number of committees and subcommittees a senator may serve on?

• Three committees and five subcommittees

• Two committees and three subcommittees

• Four committees and six subcommittees

• Five committees and four subcommittees

What determines the selection of Senate committee chairs?

• Seniority rule

• Party affiliation

• Random selection

• Term limits