Chapter 11 Reading Quiz

• Instructions: The following short quiz will cover Chapter 11. It will consist of ten multiple choice questions and each question is worth ten points. You are required to read chapter one before attempting this quiz. Good luck!

Objectives: This quiz is designed in order for you to master the following outcomes:

• CO 4: Demonstrate knowledge of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of the federal government
• 11.1 Identify the role of Congress in the U.S. constitutional system
• 11.1 Define bicameralism
• 11.1 Identify gerrymandering and the apportionment of seats in the House of Representatives
• 11.1 Recall the three kinds of powers granted to Congress
• 11.2 Identify the fundamental characteristics of the House and Senate shape their elections
• 11.2 Recall the way congressional elections can sometimes become nationalized
• 11.3 Identify the basics of representation
• 11.4 Identify the way congressional committees develop and advance legislation