US Congress Overview
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What is the primary function of the United States Congress?

  • Overseeing the work of the President
  • Representing the needs of individual states
  • Creating federal laws for the entire country (correct)
  • Advising the judicial branch
  • Which branch of government is Congress a part of?

  • Executive branch
  • Legislative branch (correct)
  • Administrative branch
  • Judicial branch
  • How many chambers make up the United States Congress?

  • Four chambers
  • Two chambers (correct)
  • One chamber
  • Three chambers
  • Where can all the instructions for Congress be found?

    <p>Article I of the Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of Congress in creating laws?

    <p>Reflecting the needs and wants of United States citizens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chamber of the United States Congress has the power to approve presidential appointments?

    <p>The Senate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the minimum age requirements for individuals seeking to become Senators in the United States?

    <p>At least 30 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chamber of the United States Congress must initiate bills that deal with raising money?

    <p>The House of Representatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Six years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which chamber of the United States Congress can a bill start, except for tax bills which have special rules?

    <p>Both the Senate and the House of Representatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the powers that Congress has that the other branches and individual states do not have?

    <p>Enumerated powers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as one of the powers of Congress in the Constitution?

    <p>Conduct foreign policy negotiations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range of the number of powers listed for Congress in the Constitution?

    <p>Between 17 and 35</p> Signup and view all the answers

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