50 question quiz

U.S. Government

Quiz #5 Ch11 – The Congress (Legislative Branch)

1. What does it mean that the U.S. Congress has a bicameral system of government and how is it reflected in the structure and membership of Congress?

2. What are the two most important functions of the members of Congress?

3. What are two views of legislative representation; briefly define each view?

4. What are the enumerated powers of Congress?

5. What are four major differences between the House and the Senate?

6. Are members of Congress considered to be typical Americans citizens (Yes or No); brief explain your answer?

7. Reelection is considered the strongest motivation for the activities of the members of Congress; What are two reasons that the incumbent in a congressional election almost always wins?

8. What is the practice of gerrymandering?

9. What does the committee system provide for Congress to aid them in their duties?

10. What is the title given to the top leader of the House and the most powerful leader of the Senate?