Legislative Branch Structure and Powers

What does the word veto mean?

• The chief executive (president) stops a bill from becoming a law

• A formal approval of a bill by the legislature

• A type of legislative proposal

• A method of public voting on laws

What are the names of the houses in the Legislative branch?

• Senate and House of Representatives

• Senate and House of Commons

• House of Lords and House of Commons

• Senate and National Assembly

Which branch does a United States Senator belong to?

• The executive branch

• The judicial branch

• The legislative branch

• The administrative branch

How long can supreme court members be appointed for?

• Ten years

• Life

• Twenty years

• Until retirement age

What is the importance of saying the Pledge of Allegiance?

• It instills pride in our country.

• It is a requirement for citizenship.

• It is a tradition with no real significance.

• It is a way to express dissent against the government.

What are the five rights listed in the 1st amendment?

• Speech, Press, Assembly, Petition, Religion

• Speech, Press, Assembly, Education, Religion

• Speech, Press, Assembly, Petition, Privacy

• Speech, Press, Assembly, Petition, Freedom of Movement

Explain the importance of Veteran’s Day.

• Veterans Day is a day to celebrate the veterans who have fought for our country and their willingness to put their life on the line.

• Veterans Day is primarily a day for shopping and sales.

• Veterans Day is a day to honor those who have served in the military, but it is not widely recognized.

• Veterans Day is a day to remember those who have lost their lives in battle, rather than honoring living veterans.

What is another word for the United States president?

• Chief Executive

• Commander-in-Chief

• Head of State

• Prime Minister

TRUE or FALSE:

The United States Senate is a legislative house that gives 2 votes to every state.

• TRUE

• FALSE

• Each state has 1 vote

• Each state has 3 votes

What word means a law does not follow our constitution?

• unconstitutional

• illegal

• unlawful

• invalid