Understanding Congress: Senate vs House

What is the primary role of the Senate in the United States Congress?

• To initiate revenue bills

• To conduct impeachment trials

• To declare war

• To appoint federal judges

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

• Approving treaties

• Initiating impeachment proceedings

• Confirming presidential appointments

• Conducting impeachment trials

How many senators does each state have in the United States Senate?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

What is the term length for a member of the House of Representatives?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

Which chamber of Congress is responsible for confirming presidential appointments?

• House of Representatives

• Senate

• Both chambers

• Neither chamber

What is the minimum age requirement to be elected as a senator in the United States?

• 25 years

• 30 years

• 35 years

• 40 years

Which of the following statements is true about the legislative process in the United States Congress?

• A bill must be approved by both the House and the Senate before it becomes law.

• Only the Senate can propose new laws.

• The President can veto a bill, and it cannot become law.

• The House of Representatives can override a presidential veto without the Senate.

What is the primary function of the House of Representatives in the federal budget process?

• To approve the budget proposed by the President

• To initiate revenue and appropriation bills

• To conduct hearings on budget proposals

• To enforce budgetary laws

How often are elections held for the House of Representatives?

• Every year

• Every two years

• Every four years

• Every six years

Which of the following is a shared power between the Senate and the House of Representatives?

• Declaring war

• Confirming Supreme Court justices

• Approving treaties

• Initiating revenue bills