Question

directions
read each question carefully. circle the best answer.
1 what is the relationship between the number of representatives in the house of representatives and a state’s population?
a the greater the population, the higher the number of congressional seats
b the greater the population in a state’s cities, the greater the number of congressional seats
c the older the population, the greater the state representation
d the greater the number of states in a region, the greater the number of congressional seats in those states
2 why do senators have a different length of term in office than representatives have?
f senators have a shorter term because they do not need as much experience as representatives.
g senators have a longer term so that the terms can be staggered to make sure a majority of senators is experienced.
h senators are limited to one term in office, so they need a longer term.
j senators have a shorter term to make sure they represent their constituents.
3 what is the implied power expressed in the elastic clause of the constitution?
a the ability of congress to make laws is severely limited by the constitution.
b congress is given limited authority to interpret powers.
c congress must interpret the constitution very narrowly.
d congress can make any law that it thinks is appropriate.
4 why is a bill of attainder a power that is denied to both state and federal governments?
f it would force a person convicted of a crime to confess.
g it would allow a person to be charged with a crime without the need for evidence.
h it would allow a person to be convicted of a crime without a trial.
j it would deny a person the right to have an attorney.
5 when can the president pocket veto a bill?
a only when it was produced by a joint committee
b when congress is not in session
c if congress does not send the bill to the president
d if it is a tax bill
6 what happens if a president vetoes a bill?
f the bill is stalled and does not become law.
g congress can override the veto with a two - thirds vote and the bill becomes law
h congress cannot debate the bill any further.
j congress must revise the bill according to recommendations made by the president.
7 why are special interest groups formed?
a to support elections at the local level
b to promote the interests of its members
c to nominate candidates for public office
d to measure public opinion

Explanation:

Question 1

The number of representatives in the House of Representatives is based on a state's population. More populous states get more seats. Option A states this relationship, while B focuses on city population (incorrect), C on age (irrelevant), and D on number of states (incorrect).

Senators have 6 - year terms (longer) to stagger terms, ensuring most senators are experienced. F says shorter (wrong), H says one term (wrong), J says shorter (wrong). G explains the staggered term logic.

The Elastic Clause (Necessary and Proper Clause) gives Congress implied powers, meaning it can make laws it deems appropriate to carry out its duties. A says limited (wrong), B says limited authority to interpret (wrong), C says narrow interpretation (wrong). D matches the implied power concept.

Answer:

A. the greater the population, the higher the number of congressional seats

Question 2