Lesson 68 of 84 · Government
⭐ 30 XP🏛️ Civic SquareCongress: The Senate and the House
The United States Congress is bicameral, consisting of two houses: the Senate and the House of Representatives.
🎯 Your mission
Learn how the rule got made — and who it serves.
⚡ The twist
Laws change. Power changes who gets to change them.
Mind = Blown
🤯 Women in New Zealand could vote 27 years before women in the US.
Then & Now
🏛️ Knowing this makes you a better voter when you grow up.
The United States Congress is bicameral, consisting of two houses: the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Senate comprises 100 senators, with each state represented by two senators regardless of population, serving six-year terms. Conversely, the House of Representatives is made up of 435 members, with representation based on state population, serving two-year terms. This structure embodies the principle of representation and ensures that both large and small states have a voice in the legislative process, contributing to the delicate balance of power within the federal government.
Key Facts
The Senate has 100 members, with each state having two senators.
The House of Representatives has 435 members based on state population.
Senators serve six-year terms, while Representatives serve two-year terms.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2How many senators does each state have in the United States Senate?
Why this still matters
Your school has rules. Where do they come from? Who decides them?
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For the dinner table
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