Question

mr. casey
american government
state standards
ss12.1.1 students will analyze and evaluate the foundation, structures and functions of the united states government as well as local, state and international governments. the answer to number four is unanimous consent.
multiple choice, 2 points each identify the letter of the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question and write it on the line next to the number. it is very important to always read the directions as directions give guidance.

1. the united states congress, which is made up of two houses, is a

a. constitutional legislature.
b. unicameral legislature.
c. extradition legislature.
d. bicameral legislature.

1. this is not a qualification for election to the senate.

a. at least 30 years old
b. legal - resident of state from which elected
c. married for 5 years
d. a citizen for 9 years

1. which group has more members in congress?

a. christians
b. hispanics
c. native americans
d. african americans

1. in the senate bills are brought to the floor by

a. formal rules.
b. unanimous consent.
c. the speaker.
d. the vice president.

1. these committees coordinate the activities of the house and senate.

a. select committees
b. joint committees
c. conference committees
d. standing committees

1. who represents you (if you live in dakota county, nebraska)?

a. adrian smith
b. mike flood
c. deb fischer
d. pete ricketts

1. how many seats does nebraska have in the house of representatives?

a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4

1. this is not a qualification for election to the house of representatives.

a. at least 25 years old
b. a degree in law
c. a citizen for 7 years
d. legal resident of state from which elected

1. the process of setting up new congressional districts after reapportionment is called

a. redistricting.
b. congressionalizing.
c. bicameral legislature.
d. censuring.

1. people represented by members of congress are called

a. census.
b. constituents.
c. a quorum.
d. a caucus.

1. the presiding officer of the house of representatives is the

a. vice president.
b. majority whip.
c. majority leader.
d. speaker.

1. the president of the senate is the

a. majority leader.
b. minority leader.
c. vice president of the united states.
d. speaker.

Explanation:

1. The U.S. Congress is a bicameral (two - house) legislature.
2. Being married is not a qualification for Senate election. Qualifications include age, citizenship, and residency.
3. Christians are the largest religious group among members of Congress.
4. In the Senate, bills can be brought to the floor by unanimous consent.
5. Standing committees coordinate the activities of the House.
6. Without specific district information, this answer may vary. But assuming general knowledge, the answer given is based on local representation facts.
7. Nebraska has 3 seats in the House of Representatives based on population and apportionment.
8. A degree in law is not a qualification for House election. Qualifications include age, citizenship, and residency.
9. Redistricting is the process of setting up new congressional districts after reapportionment.
10. People represented by members of Congress are called constituents.
11. The presiding officer of the House of Representatives is the Speaker.
12. The president of the Senate is the Vice - President of the United States.

Answer:

1. d. bicameral legislature
2. c. married for 5 years
3. a. Christians
4. b. unanimous consent
5. d. standing committees
6. (Answer may vary depending on district; based on given marking, b. Mike Flood)
7. c. 3
8. b. a degree in law
9. a. redistricting
10. b. constituents
11. d. Speaker
12. c. Vice President of the United States