US Congress and its Powers
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Which of the following is a branch of the US Government?

  • Legislative (correct)
  • House of Representatives
  • Congress
  • Senate

What is the structure of Congress?

  • Unicameral
  • Quadcameral
  • Tricameral
  • Bicameral (correct)

How many senators does each state have?

  • Depends on the population
  • 2 (correct)
  • 3
  • 1

What is the minimum age requirement to serve in the House of Representatives?

<p>25 years old (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which house of Congress can propose new taxes?

<p>House of Representatives (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What majority is required in both houses of Congress to override a presidential veto?

<p>Two-thirds majority (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is a power granted to Congress?

<p>Declaring war (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of Congress's responsibilities regarding the nation's finances?

<p>Deciding how to spend tax money (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a power of Congress related to national defense?

<p>Raising an Army and Navy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What power does Congress have regarding citizenship?

<p>Granting citizenship (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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S + H.R Meaning

A bill that has passed both the Senate (S) and House of Representatives (H.R.).

Veto Override

Congress can overturn a presidential veto with a two-thirds vote in both the House and Senate.

Declare War

Congress has the power to officially declare war.

Raise Army/Navy

Congress is responsible for funding and maintaining the military.

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Spending Power

Congress decides how to allocate federal funds collected through taxes.

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Legislative Branch

The branch of the U.S. Government that makes laws; also known as Congress.

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Bicameral Congress

A two-chamber legislature consisting of the Senate and House of Representatives.

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The Senate

Serve 6-year terms, must be 30+ years old, citizen for 9 years. 2 per state, totaling 100 members.

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House of Representatives

Serve 2-year terms, must be 25+ years old, citizen for 7 years. Representation based on state population (435 members total).

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Bill (in Congress)

A formal proposal for a new law, which must pass both houses of Congress to be sent to the President.

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