In this learning activity you'll test your knowledge of the roles and differences between the two Houses of Congress - the Senate and the House of Representatives.

Learners follow the step-by-step process the U.S. Government uses for creating the federal budget. The topics of budget surpluses and deficits and the federal deficit are covered.

Learners view images of the presidents of the United States and click on the name of the president shown.

Students read about the three categories of interest groups: Economic, grass roots and community-based, and civil and constitutional rights.