Legislative Branch 3/25/19
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- Q1What does bicameral mean?Two CamelsTwo PartsThree HousesTwo Houses30s
- Q2Who is the head of the House of Representatives?The Majority WhipThe Vox PopuliThe Mouth of SauronThe Speaker of the House30s
- Q3Who has the power to create new bills about money?The presidentThe Supreme CourtThe House of RepresentativesThe Senate30s
- Q4Can Congress do anything about a Veto?No, a veto is ultimate and finalYes, they can overrule it with a 2/3 majority vote in both housesNo, a veto comes from congress, so congress cannot change itYes, they can impeach the president30s
- Q5Which of the following can Congress NOT do?Declare warApprove presidential appoinmentsCreate TaxesSign treaties30s
- Q6What is the War Powers Act?Passed by Congress to limit how much firepower can be used against an enemyPassed by Congress to limit what a president can do during wartimePassed by Congress to limit how long the president can have troops deployed30s
- Q7What are the requirements to become a Senator?35 years old, Natural born us citizen, Must live where you represent30 years old, US Citizen for 9 years, Must live where you represent25 years old, US Citizen for 7 years, Must live where you represent20 years old, US Citizen for 3 years, Must live where you represent30s