SS 7 Chapter 5 Quiz - Legislative Branch | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

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Review Game in preparation for our Quiz on Chapter 5 - The Legislative Branch

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What is Gerrymandering and why is it important to the Majority Party in Congress?

Redrawing a state's district lines in order to get more votes for your own party / Majority Party is in control of redistricting

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Who does a Representative represent and who does a Senator represent?

A specific district or area vs. the Entire State

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Which Article of the Constitution addresses the Legislative Branch and describes its details?

Article I

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True or False: All Representatives in the House are up for reelection every two years

True

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True or False: All Senators from the Senate are up for reelection every two years

False

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True or False: Representatives and Senators are only allowed to serve up to 3 terms

False

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Why is the Speaker of the House the most powerful person in the House of Reps?

He or She guides legislation / controls debates on the floor/ and is next in line to be President after the Prez and VP

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How many districts are there in Pennsylvania?

17 Congressional Districts

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Who is your U.S. Representative from the 6th District of Pennsylvania?

U.S. Representative Chrissy Houlahan

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Who are your two U.S. Senators from the state of Pennsylvania?

Senators Bob Casey, Jr. and John Fetterman

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True or False: The Majority Party in the House and the Senate needs to be the same

False

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