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How many years is a term for a US Senator?
a) 6
b) 4
c) 2
d) lifetime

How many years is a term for a US Rep. in the House?
a) 1
b) 8
c) 2
d) 6

Who is the current Speaker of the House?
a) John Boehner
b) Paul Ryan
c) Norm Coleman
d) Nancy Pelosi

All revenue bills must originate in which chamber?
a) Senate
b) Both Chambers
c) Neither
d) House

Which committees are 'permanent'?
a) standing
b) joint
c) special
d) omega

How many votes are required in House and Senate to overrule a presidential veto?
a) 3/4
b) 2/3
c) 1/2
d) 15/17

How many total members of Congress?
a) 538
b) 435
c) 100
d) 535

Who is responsible for 'rounding up' votes in House and Senate?
a) majority leaders
b) speakers
c) whips
d) jedis

Which party controls both chambers of Congress for the current 115th term?
a) Republicans
b) Democrats
c) Liberarian
d) Green

Who can create a bill?
a) any citizen
b) the president
c) supreme court justices
d) any member of Congress

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