What Do You Know About Legislature?
What do you know about the legislature? This is an arm of government that is given the power to make laws and procedures in which a bill goes through before it is passed as a law. Do you need a quiz that will teach you some more about it? The quiz below is perfect for that so do give it a shot!
Questions and Answers
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A legislature consisting of two parts, or houses.
- A.
Census
- B.
Bicameral
- C.
Minority party
- D.
Gerrymander
Correct Answer
B. BicameralExplanation
A legislature consisting of two parts, or houses, is referred to as bicameral. This means that the legislative body is divided into two separate chambers, usually with different functions and powers. This system is commonly found in democratic countries and is designed to provide checks and balances, as well as representation for different interests within the government.Rate this question:
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- 2.
A person from a legislator's district. Someone represented by a representative.
- A.
Gerrymander
- B.
Census
- C.
Constituent
- D.
Majority party
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C. ConstituentExplanation
A constituent refers to a person who resides in the district represented by a legislator. This term is commonly used to describe individuals who are represented by a representative in a political system.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The Senate has _____ members.
Correct Answer
100
one hundredExplanation
The Senate has 100 members.Rate this question:
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The House of Representatives has _____ members.
Correct Answer
435Explanation
The House of Representatives has 435 members. This is because the total number of members in the House of Representatives is fixed at 435 according to the Reapportionment Act of 1929. This act established the current number of representatives based on the population of each state. Each state is allocated a certain number of representatives based on its population, with larger states having more representatives than smaller states. This fixed number ensures that representation in the House is proportional to the population of the United States.Rate this question:
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The Senate is the largest body of Congress.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The House of Representatives is the largest body of the Senate.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The number of representatives for each state is determined by the state's land size.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The number of representatives for each state is determined by the state's population.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The leader of the House of Representatives is _____.
- A.
The Vice President of the United States
- B.
The "president pro tempore"
- C.
The Speaker of the House
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C. The Speaker of the HouseExplanation
The leader of the House of Representatives is the Speaker of the House. This individual is elected by the members of the House and is responsible for presiding over debates, maintaining order, and representing the House to the public and other branches of government. The Speaker holds significant power in setting the legislative agenda and influencing the outcome of votes. They are second in line to succeed the President, after the Vice President. The Vice President of the United States is not the leader of the House of Representatives, and the "president pro tempore" is a position in the Senate, not the House.Rate this question:
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- 8.
A _____ is an oddly shaped district designed to increase the voting strength of a particular group.
Correct Answer
gerrymanderExplanation
A gerrymander is a term used to describe an oddly shaped district that is intentionally designed to benefit a specific group or political party. It involves manipulating the boundaries of the district in order to concentrate the voting strength of a particular group, giving them an advantage in elections. This practice is often criticized as it can undermine the principle of fair representation and distort the democratic process.Rate this question:
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The _____ article of the Constitution describes the role of the legislative branch.
Correct Answer
first
1st
1 stExplanation
The correct answer is "first," "1st," or "1 st." The article of the Constitution that describes the role of the legislative branch is the first article. This article outlines the powers, structure, and responsibilities of the legislative branch, which is responsible for making laws. It establishes the two houses of Congress, the House of Representatives and the Senate, and outlines their specific powers and duties.Rate this question:
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All states have an equal number of senators. (If false, make the statement true)
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement is true because according to the United States Constitution, each state is represented by two senators, regardless of its population size. This ensures that all states have an equal number of senators, providing equal representation for each state in the Senate.Rate this question:
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