US Congress Structure and Constitution

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How long does a typical session of Congress today last?

From April until December
From January until November or December (correct)
From January until March
From February until October

What is the purpose of a joint session of Congress?

To do business as a unit or to hear a presidential speech (correct)
To finalize the budget for the next fiscal year
To elect the Speaker of the House
To propose and debate new laws

What is the term length for each senator in the Senate?

Eight-year terms
Four-year terms
Two-year terms
Six-year terms (correct)

Why is Congress divided into two houses?

Delegates from smaller states wanted equal representation, while those from larger states wanted representation based on population. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Where is Congress described in the Constitution?

Article I (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the aim of creating a bicameral Congress according to James Madison?

To give the legislative branch more power than the other two branches. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the president pro tempore in the Senate?

To preside over the Senate when the vice president is absent (A) Signup and view all the answers

How are chairpersons of committees typically selected in Congress?

By seniority and years of service in Congress (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of select committees in Congress?

To meet for a limited time to complete an assigned task (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why do party leaders consider the seniority of members when making committee assignments?

To ensure that chairpersons will have experience (A) Signup and view all the answers

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