AP US Government quiz: House of Representatives (membership, terms, powers)

📚 Quick Study Guide

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• Membership: The House of Representatives has 435 members, apportioned among the states based on population. Each state is guaranteed at least one representative.
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• Apportionment: The process of dividing the 435 seats in the House among the states, based on each state's population as determined by the census.
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• Districts: Each state is divided into congressional districts, with one representative elected from each district.
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• Terms: Representatives serve two-year terms, and there are no term limits.
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• Qualifications: To be a representative, a person must be at least 25 years old, a U.S. citizen for at least seven years, and an inhabitant of the state they represent.
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• Powers: The House has several exclusive powers, including the power to initiate revenue bills, impeach federal officials, and elect the President in case of an electoral college tie.
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• Ways and Means Committee: A powerful committee in the House that handles tax policy.
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• Rules Committee: Determines the rules for debate and amendments on the House floor, making it very influential.

Practice Quiz

1. Which of the following is NOT a qualification to be a member of the House of Representatives?
   1. At least 25 years old
   2. A U.S. citizen for at least seven years
   3. An inhabitant of the state they represent
   4. A natural-born citizen
2. What is the length of a term for a member of the House of Representatives?
   1. Two years
   2. Four years
   3. Six years
   4. Eight years
3. How many members are there in the House of Representatives?
   1. 100
   2. 435
   3. 535
   4. Unlimited
4. Which of the following powers is exclusive to the House of Representatives?
   1. Declaring war
   2. Ratifying treaties
   3. Initiating revenue bills
   4. Appointing Supreme Court justices
5. What is the process of dividing the 435 seats in the House among the states based on population called?
   1. Redistricting
   2. Gerrymandering
   3. Apportionment
   4. Delegation
6. Which committee in the House of Representatives is responsible for tax policy?
   1. Appropriations Committee
   2. Ways and Means Committee
   3. Budget Committee
   4. Rules Committee
7. Which committee determines the rules for debate and amendments on the House floor?
   1. Appropriations Committee
   2. Ways and Means Committee
   3. Budget Committee
   4. Rules Committee