Legislature
A period of time when a legislative body meets to discuss & make laws
Is the House of Representatives the upper or lower chamber of the US Congress?
Lower
Is the Senate the upper or lower chamber of the US Congress?
Upper
This is the name of the power that Congress has to get rid of elected officials, including the President.
Impeachment
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Explain the difference between a bicameral and a unicameral legislature.
Bicameral - 2 chambers / bodies
Unicameral - 1 chamber / body
How many members of the House of Representatives are there currently?
435
How many members of the Senate are there currently?
100
If the President vetoes a bill that was passed by the House & Senate, can they override that veto with a 2/3rds vote in both chambers? (true or false)
True
How many Senators are there for each state?
2
Explain the difference between a bill and a law.
Bill - a draft ; not passed
Law - the final draft ; has been passed
How often are all members of the House of Representatives up for re-election (i.e. how long are their terms)?
Every 2 years
How long are the terms for U.S. Senators?
6 years
The filibuster can only be used in which chamber of Congress?
The Senate
This usually takes place after a census and it is where new boundaries are drawn for electoral districts.
Redistricting
What does the word "incumbent" mean?
The current officeholder or elected official who is seeking re-election
How are seats to the House of Representatives apportioned? (What is the apportionment based on?)
What is a filibuster / what does a Senator do during a filibuster?
It is a tactic used in the U.S. Senate to delay or block a vote on a bill. It involves a Senator speaking for an extended period to prevent the vote from taking place.
Another word for the legislative branch of the US government is __________.
Congress
The power of Congress to investigate, oversee, and check other branches is an example of _______ & ________. (Hint: think unit 1!)
Checks & balances
1. Pass the House of Representatives
2. Pass the Senate
3. Be signed by the President
Identify the 3 qualifications needed to run for the U.S. House of Representatives.
At least 25 years of age
Need to be a U.S. citizen for at least 7 years
You have to live in the state that you want to represent
Identify the 3 qualifications needed to run for the U.S. Senate.
1. At least 30 years of age
2. Need to be a U.S. citizen for at least 9 years
3. You have to live in the state that you want to represent
During which month and day do elections take place?
Tuesday in November
This is the term for the manipulation of district boundaries to favor one political party or group over another.
Gerrymandering