Unit 2 - The Legislative Branch

Which political leader is ultimately in charge of redistricting?

A US Senator represents the:

When a legislative branch has 2 houses it is said to be:

What is the term length for a Georgia state senator or representative?

Members of the Marietta City Council are in charge of these areas within Marietta:

This legislation tried to protect American workers who were losing jobs to illegal immigrants:

Which principle of democracy is best illustrated by the legislative process?

During this step in the legislative process MOST of the work is done:

When the Governor vetoes a bill passed by the Georgia General Assembly (democratic principle):

The presiding officer of the Marietta City Council is the:

This area of the US has seeing the greatest growth over the past 20 years:

Redrawing Congressional district lines to gain a political advantage:

This legislation gave greater opportunities to female athletes in colleges and high schools:

These committees use members from both houses in Congress:

The US House of Representatives has how many members?

Special Interest Groups hire these people to help influence key members of Congress:

Which level of legislative branch has the greatest number of constituents?

What is the first step to a bill becoming a law?

Which of the following is a denied power of Congress?

Why does the Vice President preside over the Senate?

This influence on Congress almost always deals with money and elections:

What is the President's role in the bill making process?

A change in the number of Congressional districts a state has:

The redrawing of Congressional district lines following a census:

The main role of Congress is to:

The House of Representatives bases its numbers on which factor?

Who is the presiding officer of the Georgia House of Representatives?

A new elevator being installed at Northcutt Stadium was driven by this legislation:

This legislation made education more available to Native Americans:

The Marietta City Council ONLY makes laws for the:

A US Representative represents the:

The term for the Georgia General Assembly lasts:

This legislation got rid of discrimination and segregation in public places:

These groups share a common goal or "interest"; the AARP is a good example:

The US Senate has how many members?

Which of the following is an example of an implied power?

A legislative power specifically written in the Constitution:

This population count is done every 10 years:

These permanent committees are found in both houses of Congress:

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of a Congressional committee?