U.S. Congress Structure and Functions
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How long is each congressional term?

  • Two years (correct)
  • One year
  • Three years
  • Four years

    • On what date does each congressional term begin?

  • December 31
  • February 1
  • January 1
  • January 3 (correct)

    • How many sessions are there in a congressional term?

  • Four
  • Three
  • Two (correct)
  • One

    • What occurs when both houses of Congress agree to adjourn?

    <p>Congress adjourns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is each session of Congress?

    <p>One year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What branch of government is described in Article I of the Constitution?

    <p>Legislative branch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the framers of the Constitution prioritize in the organization of government?

    <p>Power of the legislature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might the framers have assigned more power to the legislative branch?

    <p>To avoid concentration of power in a single leader</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about Article I is correct?

    <p>It outlines the powers of the legislative branch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible consequence of assigning more power to the legislature?

    <p>Potential for gridlock in government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for a bill to be sent to the president?

    <p>Agreement on the wording by both houses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately reflects the legislative process in Congress?

    <p>Both houses must collaborate to pass a law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the system that requires both houses to agree on legislation?

    <p>Bicameral agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the organization of Congress provide security to the people?

    <p>Through checks and balances within the legislature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What perspective does James Madison provide about the organization of Congress?

    <p>It offers a double security for the people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total number of members in the House of Representatives?

    <p>435</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a requirement to become a Representative?

    <p>Be a native-born citizen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age must a person be to qualify to become a member of the House of Representatives?

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

    For how long must a person be a US citizen before running for the House of Representatives?

    <p>7 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly reflects the residency requirement for a Representative?

    <p>Must be a resident of the state they represent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the length of a Senate term?

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

    How many Senate seats are contested at any given election?

    <p>One-third of the Senate seats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of staggering Senate terms?

    <p>To prevent all seats from being contested at once</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a Senator's term is six years long, how often can they be elected before needing to leave?

    <p>Indefinitely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fraction of Senate seats are contested in a single election cycle?

    <p>1/3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does bicameral mean in the context of Congress?

    <p>Having two separate legislative bodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are members of the House of Representatives selected?

    <p>Based on the population of the states</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total number of Senators in the Senate?

    <p>100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many delegates does each state have in the Senate?

    <p>Two delegates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of having two separate legislative bodies in Congress?

    <p>To balance the influence of smaller and larger states</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum age requirement to become a Senator?

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

    Which legislative body represents states based on their population?

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

    What is the role of the President Pro Tempore in the Senate?

    <p>To lead Senate proceedings in the Vice President's absence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a requirement to become a Senator?

    <p>Be a member of a political party</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many years of US citizenship are required to become a Senator?

    <p>9 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'pro tempore' mean?

    <p>For the time being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is typically chosen to be the President Pro Tempore of the Senate?

    <p>The longest-serving senator of the ruling party</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the composition of the Senate?

    <p>Senators are elected for a 6-year term</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a notable example of a President Pro Tempore?

    <p>Patty Murray</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one responsibility that the President Pro Tempore does NOT have?

    <p>Determining the Senate agenda</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can a governor do if a senator dies during their term?

    <p>Call a special election or select a new senator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the last senator to die in office in 2023?

    <p>Dianne Feinstein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who did Governor Gavin Newsom select to replace Dianne Feinstein?

    <p>Laphonza Butler</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What pledge did Governor Gavin Newsom make regarding the replacement for Feinstein?

    <p>To select a Black woman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is NOT an option for a governor if a senator dies in office?

    <p>Choose a replacement from another state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the official title of the Vice President in relation to the Senate?

    <p>President of the Senate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often does the Vice President attend Senate sessions?

    <p>Rarely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the Vice President of the Senate cast a vote?

    <p>Only during a tie</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the frequency of a tie requiring the Vice President to vote?

    <p>Uncommon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following roles does the Vice President not regularly perform?

    <p>Participating in Senate debates</p> Signup and view all the answers

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