Civics-Unit 2 Test Review

Which is a power of the House of Representatives?

• The power to conduct foreign affairs and issue currency.
• The power to declare laws unconstitutional

• The power to approve treaties and appoint ambassadors.
• The power to initiate revenue bills, impeach officials, and elect the President in case of a tie.

Which is a power of the Senate?

• The Senate can enforce laws.

• The Senate's powers include confirming appointments, ratifying treaties, conducting impeachment trials, and proposing legislation

• The Senate is responsible for creating the federal budget.
• The Senate has the power to appoint Supreme Court justices

How many members are in the House of Representatives?

• 435
• 450
• 538

• 100

How many members are in the Senate?

• 100
• 50
• 75
• 150

How many senators are there per state?

• 3
• 2
• 4
• 1

How many years do members of the House of Representatives serve?

• 4 years
• 6 years
• 2 years
• 1 year

How many years do senators serve?

• 6 years
• 10 years
• 8 years
• 4 years

Which of the two houses of Congress can have their number of representatives changed by the census?

• House of Representatives

• Senate

What does bicameral mean?

• Bicameral refers to a single-chamber legislative system.
• Bicameral means having three branches of government.
• Bicameral means having two chambers or houses in a legislative body.
• Bicameral is a term used for a type of voting system.

How old do you have to be to run for Senator?

• 40 years old
• 35 years old
• 30 years old
• 25 years old