United StatesQuestion 18 (2025 list) · System of government
What part of the federal government writes laws?
- aThe Supreme Court
- bThe President
- cThe Cabinet
- dThe U.S. CongressCorrect answer
Why?
Congress writes federal laws. You could also say “the legislature” or “the legislative branch.”
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What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress?Correct answer:The Senate and the House of Representatives
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Name one power of the U.S. Congress.Correct answer:Writes laws
Question 21 (2025 list)
How many U.S. senators are there?Correct answer:One hundred (100)
Question 22 (2025 list)
How long is a term for a U.S. senator?Correct answer:Six (6) years
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