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What are the house and senates exclusive powers? Flashcards

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What is one exclusive power of the House of Representatives?

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The House of Representatives has the exclusive power to initiate revenue bills.

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True or False: The Senate has the exclusive power to confirm presidential appointments.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The House of Representatives can impeach federal officials, while the Senate has the power to _____ those officials.

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try

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Which chamber of Congress has the exclusive power to ratify treaties?

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The Senate

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What is the minimum age requirement to serve in the Senate?

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30 years old

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT an exclusive power of the House of Representatives? A) Impeachment B) Ratifying treaties C) Initiating revenue bills

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B) Ratifying treaties

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What is one exclusive power of the Senate?

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The Senate has the exclusive power to confirm treaties.

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True or False: Both the House of Representatives and the Senate can propose amendments to the Constitution.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The House of Representatives is composed of _____ members.

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435

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What is the term length for a Senator?

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6 years

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Multiple Choice: Which chamber has the exclusive power to impeach the President? A) The Senate B) The House of Representatives C) Both A and B

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B) The House of Representatives

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What is the exclusive power of the Senate regarding judicial nominations?

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The Senate confirms judicial nominations.

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True or False: The House of Representatives can approve treaties.

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False

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Fill in the blank: The Senate must approve presidential appointments by a _____ vote.

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simple majority

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What is the exclusive power of the House of Representatives concerning impeachment?

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The House of Representatives can impeach federal officials.

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Multiple Choice: Which chamber of Congress has the exclusive power to propose amendments to the Constitution? A) House of Representatives B) Senate C) Both A and B

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C) Both A and B

17
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What is the required age to serve in the House of Representatives?

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True or False: The Senate has the exclusive power to initiate revenue bills.

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What is the unique role of the Senate in regard to treaties?

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The Senate ratifies treaties.

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Fill in the blank: The House of Representatives has the exclusive power to _____ revenue bills.

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