Article I -- Legislative Branch

What are the qualifications to become a Representative in the House of Representatives?

• 30 years old, U.S. citizen for 9 years, live in the state you represent

• 25 years old, U.S. citizen for 7 years, live in the state you represent

• 35 years old, natural born citizen, resident of the U.S. for 14 years

• There are no qualifications listed in the Constitution for a representative

How is the number of representatives from each state determined?

• All state receive equal representation.

• States receive representation based on voter participation rates.

• States receive representation based on its population.

• State's representation is determined by state wealth.

How is the number of senators from each state determined?

• All state receive equal representation.

• States receive representation based on voter participation rates.

• States receive representation based on its population.

• State's representation is determined by state wealth.

What is the term length for a U.S. Senator?

• 2 years

• 8 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

What are the qualifications to become a senator?

• 30 years old, U.S. citizen for 9 years, live in the state you represent

• 25 years old, U.S. citizen for 7 years, live in the state you represent

• 35 years old, natural born citizen, resident of the U.S. for 14 years

• There are no qualifications listed in the Constitution for a senator

What is the main job of the Legislative Branch?

• To interpret the laws for American citizens

• To make the laws for the American citizens

• To enforce the laws for the American citizens

• To change the laws for the American citizens

Who is the leader of the House of Representatives?

• The President

• The Vice-President

• The Chief Justice

• The Speaker of the House

Which body of the U.S. government is responsible for confirming Supreme Court justices?

• The Supreme Court

• The President

• The House of Representatives

• The Senate

Who is the leader of the Senate?

• The President

• The Vice-President

• The Chief Justice

• The Speaker of the House

Who has the sole power to bring charges of impeachment against a president, vice-president, and all other civil officers of the United States?

• All citizens

• U.S. Senate

• House of Representatives

• President