Constitutional Scavenger Hunt Flashcards
How often are Representatives to be elected?
Every 2 years
How old must a Representative to be elected?
25 years old
How long is the term for a senator?
6 years
How were senators originally chosen? Which amendment changed that?
Originally by State legislatures, changed by the 17th Amendment
How old does someone have to be a senator?
30 years old
Who is the president of the Senate and when may that person vote?
Vice-President; in the case of a tie
Which legislative body as the power of impeachment and which body has the power to try and impeached official?
House has the power to impeach (brings up the charges) and Senate hold the trial
Who shall officiate when a president is tried for impeachment?
Chief Justice
What is the required vote that is necessary to convict someone who has been impeached?
2/3 vote of the Senate
What is the only penalty that can be imposed on someone who has been impeached?
Removal from office and disqualification from holding future office
Who decided the times, places, and manner for holding elections for Congress?
State legislatures
In what federal body do all bills concerning taxes originate?
House of Representatives
What fraction of both houses must vote to override a veto?
2/3 of both houses of Congress
What happens when a president doesn’t return a bill in 10 days and what is the exception to that rule?
It becomes a law, unless congress is adjourned
In Section 8, the Constitution lists or enumerates the powers of Congress. List six of them.
