What's Your Political IQ?

Complete the quiz to test your level of political engagement, then compare your answers to those at the bottom of the column. Give yourself 1 point for each correct answer.

  1. After a presidential veto, how many votes are required by congress to over-ride the veto?
  2. Who is the President of the United States Senate?
  3. How many members are in the U.S. House of Representatives?
  4. What are the three branches of the United States Government?
  5. What is the date for Election Day 2006?
  6. Which Congress is currently in session?
    a. 200th
    b. 150th
    c. 109th
  7. How many Senators serve in the U.S. Senate?
  8. What was the location of the first U.S. Capitol?
    a. Annapolis, MD
    b. Washington, D.C.
    c. Philadelphia, PA
  9. How long is a single term for a U.S. Senator?
  10. How many terms can a representative serve in the U.S. House of Representatives?

Political Powerhouse (9-10 points)
You really know your stuff! But knowing is only half the battle: Voice Your Vote offers the resources you need to get out there and share your knowledge with others.

Savvy Civilian (6-8 points)
You have a good understanding of the political system. Show your leadership skills and use the Voice Your Vote online resources to promote the importance of civic responsibility on your campus and in the community.

Concerned Citizen (3-5 points)
You have a basic knowledge of the political process - it's time to take advantage of the Voice Your Vote resources that can take you and your chapter to the next level of civic awareness.

Election Dejection (0-2 points)
You still have a lot to learn. Visit Voice Your Vote online to get up to speed on what's happening nationally and in your area - then share what you learned with others!

Answers: 1. 2/3s vote of either the Senate or House (whichever in which the bill originated) 2. Vice President Dick Cheney 3. 435 4. Executive, Legislative, Judicial 5. November 7 6. c. 109th 7. 100 8. a. Annapolis, MD 9. 6 years 10. Unlimited

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