The number of representatives from a state could increase if....

the state population increased.

What kind of power of the House of Representatives is impeaching a government official?

An exclusive power.

How can the Senate limit the power of the House?

A. By not sending bills to the house
B. By not approving the House's bills
C. by being the upper chamber
D. by having six-year terms

Answer: B. By not approving the House's bills

What is the order that a bill passes through the House?

submission, hearing, debate, vote

What is a committee?

A united group of people that promote a cause.

How many members in the House of Representatives are there?

435 members

What is the LAST step in the process of passing a bill in the House?

The president (of the U.S.) has to sign it.

Joint committees in the House are made up how many members from each [political] party?

The number of members from each [political] party is equal.

What job does the Speaker of the House have?

He/she has the job of maintaining order in the House.

Read the quote from a member of the House.

In order to do our job well, we spend a lot of time meeting with people who live in our states to tell them about what is happening in government and to listen to their ideas about how to improve life in our country.


—Representative Mike Honda
California District 17
San Jose, CA

Question: What duty of a member of the House does this quote most pertain to?

A. to propose and draft state laws
B. to hire and manage staff in Washington D.C. and in the district
C. to meet with constituents in Washington D.C. and in the district
D. to serve on committees in the House

Correct Answer: C. To meet with constituents in Washington D.C. and in the di