1
Where was The Constitutional convention held?
Philadelphia
How many sections of the constitution are there?
7
How many branches of government are there?
3
What is the job of the legislative branch?
Make the laws
How many senators does each state have?
2
Who was the leader of the convention?
George Washington
What is each section called?
Articles
What building does congress meet in?
The Capitol
How old do you have to be to become a representative?
25
How many members are in The Senate?
100
What year did they begin writing the constitution?
1787
How long must you be a U.S. Citizen to become a representative?
7 years
How old must you be to become a senator?
30
How many members are in the House of Representatives?
435
How long is the length of a senators term?
What is the introduction of the constitution called?
Preamble
Who is the leader of The Senate?
What are the three branches of the U.S. Government?
Legislative, Judicial, Executive
What determines the number of representatives?
population
How long must you be a U.S. citizen to become a senator?
9 years
Who is the leader of the House of Representatives?
Speaker of the House
What are the three things the President can do when a Bill is brought to The White House?
Sign it, veto it, or do nothing
What is it called to have each branch of government separated and watching over each other?
Checks and balances
What are the two bodies of congress?
House of Representatives and Senate
What types of laws can only begin in the House of Representatives?
Laws concerning taxes