Government - Ch. 5 Test Study Questions

Government - Ch. 5 Test Study Questions

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of the Speaker of the House?

Back

To be the most powerful leader and presiding officer of the House

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many members are required for a quorum in the House of Representatives?

Back

218

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary function of the Rules Committee in the House?

Back

To direct the flow of major legislation

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Explain the process by which a bill becomes a law in the House of Representatives.

Back

It is placed on a House Calendar after moving through the appropriate committee.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of the majority leader in the Senate?

Back

To guide the party’s bills through the Senate

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Describe the function of a filibuster in the Senate.

Back

To stall a bill and prevent a vote on it

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is required to end a filibuster in the Senate?

Back

A cloture resolution with at least 60 votes

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