US Constitution and Separation of Powers Quiz
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What is the main difference between the House of Representatives and the Senate in terms of representation?

  • The House has 100 members, while the Senate has 435 members.
  • The House has 2 members from each state, while the Senate has a number of members based on the state's population.
  • The House has equal representation for all states, while the Senate proportionally represents the population. (correct)
  • The House is elected for 6 years, while the Senate is elected for 2 years.

    • Which requirement is necessary to be a member of the House of Representatives?

  • Represent a state with a larger population. (correct)
  • Be a US citizen for at least 9 years.
  • Serve for a 6-year term.
  • Be at least 30 years old.

    • What power does Congress have according to the text?

  • Control state-level legislation.
  • Nominate Supreme Court Justices.
  • Appoint federal judges.
  • Declare war. (correct)

    • What is required to override a presidential veto according to the text?

    <p>A simple majority in both houses of Congress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term length for a member of the Senate?

    <p>6 years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the President in the legislative process according to the text?

    <p>He has the power to veto bills passed by Congress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the US Constitution provide for a strict separation of powers between 3 branches?

    <p>To prevent power from being concentrated in one person or institution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was there a debate on representation during the creation of the US Constitution?

    <p>To address how states would be represented in the legislature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the two main issues of the representation debate during the creation of the US Constitution?

    <p>The number of representatives per state and how to distribute them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of legislature was ultimately created during the formation of the US Constitution?

    <p>Bicameral legislature with separate powers for each chamber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many seats are there in the House and Senate respectively in the US Congress?

    <p>House = 435 // Senate = 100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of having a bicameral legislature according to the information provided?

    <p>To provide checks and balances between two chambers</p> Signup and view all the answers

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