A legislative assembly such as the Congress that is divided into two chambers (or houses) is best described as

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A legislative assembly divided into two chambers (or houses) is termed as a Bicameral legislature. The word "bi" means two, and "cameral" means chamber or house. The two chambers in a bicameral legislature perform different functions and act as checks on each other's power. Examples of bicameral legislatures include the United States Congress and the British Parliament.

A Legislative Assembly Such as the Congress That Is Divided