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The Legislative Branch

This game will help you review the Congress of the United States.

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What are the 2 houses of Congress?The Senate and House of Representatives
Who serves in the U.S. Senate?A Senator
Who serves in the House of Representatives?A Congressman
How long is a Senator's term of office?6 years
How long is a Congressman's term of office?2 years
Who are the Senators from Wisconsin?Herb Kohl and Russ Feingold
Who is our congressman?Gerald Kleczka
Which house has equal representation?The Senate
How many Senators does each state elect?Two
Which House has proportional representation?The House of Representatives
How many Congressional districts does Wisconsin have?9
What are the enumerated powers of congress?Those powers which are specifically listed in article I, Section 8
Where in the constitution is congress described?Article I
What is another name for the Necessary and Proper clause?The elastic clause
Why is the Necessary and proper clause so important?It has allowed the government to meet changing needs without changing the constitution
Which house has the power to conduct impeachment proceedings?The house of Representatives
Which house has the power to hold an impeachment trial?The senate
Which house votes as a tie breaker for a Presidential election if the electoral College is tied?the house of Representatives
Which House has the power to start tax bills?the house
Which House has the power to confirm Presidential appointments to the Cabinet and Courts?the Senate

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