The Legislative Branch
Explore the structure, functions, and powers of the U.S. Legislative Branch with this comprehensive worksheet for Grade 9 students.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to your knowledge of the U.S. Legislative Branch.
1. What is the primary function of the Legislative Branch?
Enforce laws
Interpret laws
Make laws
Appoint judges
2. How many senators does each state have in the U.S. Senate?
One
Two
Based on population
Three
3. The Legislative Branch is composed of the House of Representatives and the .
4. A bill must pass both houses of before it can be sent to the President.
5. The leader of the House of Representatives is called the of the House.
6. Members of the House of Representatives serve six-year terms.
True
False
7. The Legislative Branch has the power to declare war.
True
False
8. Briefly explain the concept of 'checks and balances' as it relates to the Legislative Branch.
The image above shows the U.S. Capitol Building, the meeting place of the U.S. Congress.
Match each term with its correct definition.
9. Bicameral
a. The right to reject a bill
10. Constituent
b. A two-chamber legislature
11. Veto
c. A person represented by an elected official
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