I Civics: First Branch Legislative

What is the primary function of the legislative branch according to the passage?

• To create laws or legislation

• To enforce laws

• To interpret laws

• To manage the military

Which clause in the Constitution allows Congress to stretch its powers?

• Necessary and Proper Clause

• Commerce Clause

• Supremacy Clause

• Equal Protection Clause

Match the following

• Implied Powers

• Declare War, Approve Presidential Appointments, & handle impeachment

• Expressed Powers

• Provides flexibility to Congress

• Implied Powers

• Created from Necessary & Proper or Elastic Clause

• Expressed or Enumerated Powers

• Listed in Article I, Section 8 of Constitution

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

• Six years

• Two years

• Four years

• Eight years

In Article I, the framers divided Congress into two bodies creating a (a)   The ​ (b)   established the upper house called the ​ (c)   with equal representation and a House of Representatives with representation based on ​ (d)  

• bicameral legislature.
• Great Compromise
• Senate
• population
• unicameral assembly
• House of Lords
• fixed representation

What is the importance of committees in Congress?

• Committees are essential for efficient legislative review, specialization, and detailed examination of bills.
• Committees are primarily for budget discussions.
• Committees have no impact on the legislative process.
• Committees are only for social gatherings.

Organize these options into the right categories

Groups:

(a) Senators

,

(b) Representatives

• Must be a resident of the state

• Citizen 9 Years

• Elected every 6 years

• Elected every 2 years

• Must be 30 years old

• 25 Years Old

• Live in the district you represent

• Must be a resident of the state

• Live in State elected to represent

• Citizen 7 Years

Which house of Congress has the power to impeach federal officials?

• House of Representatives

• Senate

• Both houses

• Neither house

Identify the points where the bill can die.

What is required for a bill to become a law if the President vetoes it?

• Both chambers must override the veto with a 2/3 vote

• The bill must be reintroduced in the next session

• The Supreme Court must approve it

• The President must change their decision