AP Government Congress study guide
Comprehensive study guide for AP Government Congress, covering key terms, concepts, and structures essential for exam preparation.
Quiz(17 questions)
1. Which body has the sole power to impeach?
Terms in this Study Set(21)
What is Congress?
The legislative branch of the U.S. federal government, consisting of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Difference between House and Senate
House: 435 members, 2-year terms. Senate: 100 members, 6-year terms.
What is the term length for a House Representative?
2 years, with no limit on re-election.
What is the term length for a Senator?
6 years, with no limit on re-election.
True or false: Congress has the power to declare war.
True, because only Congress can declare war according to the Constitution.
What is a filibuster?
A tactic used in the Senate to delay or prevent a vote on a bill.
Fill in the blank: The House of Representatives has ______ members.
435 members.
What is a conference committee?
A temporary committee formed to reconcile differences in House and Senate versions of a bill.
Main role of the Speaker of the House?
To preside over the House, manage legislative agenda, and represent the House.
Difference between a bill and a law
A bill is a proposal for a new law; a law is a bill that has been enacted.
What is the role of the Senate Majority Leader?
To lead the majority party in the Senate and influence legislative agenda.
True or false: The President can veto legislation.
True, the President has the power to veto bills passed by Congress.
What is the purpose of committees in Congress?
To specialize in specific areas of legislation and facilitate detailed review.
What is the significance of the War Powers Act?
Limits the President's ability to send troops without Congressional approval.
Difference between expressed and implied powers
Expressed powers are explicitly stated in the Constitution; implied powers are inferred.
What is a pocket veto?
The President's indirect veto by not signing a bill within 10 days while Congress is adjourned.
Fill in the blank: The Constitution established Congress in ______.
Article I.
What is redistricting?
The process of redrawing electoral district boundaries after census data is released.
True or false: All revenue bills must originate in the Senate.
False, they must originate in the House of Representatives.
What is the significance of the 17th Amendment?
It established the direct election of Senators by the people.
What is the role of the Congressional Budget Office (CBO)?
To provide economic data and analysis to assist Congress in budget decisions.
Questions in this Study Set(17)
1. Which body has the sole power to impeach?
2. What is required to override a Presidential veto?
3. Which of the following is NOT a power of Congress?
4. What is the minimum age required to serve in the Senate?
5. Which committee handles the budget in Congress?
6. What is the term for redrawing district boundaries?
7. Who is in charge of ensuring order in the House?
8. Which of the following best describes a joint resolution?
9. What type of committee is created for a specific purpose?
10. Which amendment established the direct election of Senators?
11. Which chamber of Congress is more formal in its procedures?
12. What major action requires a simple majority in the House?
13. What is the primary function of the Senate?
14. What is the main purpose of a standing committee?
15. Who has the power to confirm Presidential appointments?
16. What is a key difference between how the House and Senate operate?
17. Which of the following powers is NOT granted to Congress?
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