The structure and function of Congress, the presidency, the judiciary, and federalism in American government.
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- What is the primary role of Congress?
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To make federal laws- How many senators does each state have?
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Two- How many House representatives does each state have?
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Based on state population- What is the minimum age to be a U.S. Senator?
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30 years old- What is the minimum age to be a House representative?
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25 years old- How long is a Senate term?
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Six years- How long is a House term?
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Two years- What exclusive power does the House have that the Senate does not?
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Initiating revenue bills- What is a filibuster?
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An extended debate used to delay or prevent a vote in the Senate- How many votes are required to end a filibuster in the Senate?
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Sixty votes through cloture- Who is the chief presiding officer of the House of Representatives?
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The Speaker of the House- What is the primary role of the Senate Majority Leader?
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Chief strategist and spokesperson for the majority party in the Senate- What is the minimum age requirement to be President?
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35 years old- How long is a presidential term?
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Four years- How many times may a person be elected President?
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Two times, for a maximum of eight years
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