Congressional Debate: Motions & Questions

Multiple Choice

What are the essential tools for fair and effective discussions in Congressional Debate?

• Motions and questions

• Debates and speeches

• Votes and polls

• Arguments and rebuttals

Multiple Choice

What are the three main functions of motions in congressional debate?

• Introduce new laws or change old ones

• Manage debate time

• Handle process tasks

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of motions in Congressional Debate?

• Introduce new laws or change old ones

• Manage debate time

• Handle process tasks

• Elect the Presiding Officer

Multiple Choice

What is the primary purpose of a Main Motion in Congressional Debate?

• To end debate immediately

• To start discussion on a new bill or idea

• To correct procedural mistakes

•  To temporarily pause discussion

Multiple Choice

What does the Germanness Rule state regarding amendments?

• Amendments can change the bill's purpose

• All amendments must remain germane

• Amendments can be irrelevant

• All amendments must be approved by the president

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the motion 'Table a bill'?

• To stop discussion temporarily

• To bring back a topic

• To vote on a bill

• To end a meeting

Fill in the Blanks

Both 'Lay on the Table' and 'Take from the Table' motions require a

majority vote to pass.

Dropdown

The Previous Question motion requires a ____​

Select answer

______ supermajority vote to pass and is used to ____​

Select answer

______ debate and force a vote.


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Drag and Drop

Placeholder

lets you temporarily stop talking about a topic. It's useful if you need more information or if it's not the best time to discuss it.

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Placeholder

allows you to bring back a topic that was previously put aside. Use it when you're ready to discuss it again.

Drag these tiles and drop them in the correct blank above

Table a bill

Take from the table

Ignore the topic

Change the subject

End the conversation

Multiple Choice

What is required to extend or limit debate according to the image?

• Simple majority vote

• 2/3 supermajority vote

• Unanimous consent

• No vote required

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of using a 'Point of Order' during a meeting?

• To correct mistakes in how things are done

• To make a personal request

• To end the meeting

• To introduce a new topic

Multiple Choice

What is required for the passage of a motion to suspend rules?

• Simple majority vote

• 2/3 supermajority vote

• Unanimous consent

• Majority of present members

Multiple Choice

What is the formal phrasing used to conclude a session?

• I move to adjourn.

• I propose to end the meeting.

• Let's wrap it up.

• I suggest we take a break.

Multiple Choice

What are the three main purposes of congressional questioning as described in the presentation?

• Test ideas, clarify points, expose flaws

• Debate, vote, adjourn

• Propose bills, suspend rules, end session

• Score answers, ask questions, follow rules

Multiple Select

Which of the following are considered "questioning no-nos" in Congressional Debate? (Select all that apply)

• Asking multiple-part questions in traditional format

•  Making disguised statements instead of real questions

• Asking follow-up questions in direct questioning format

• Introducing external information in traditional questioning

•  Keeping questions concise and professional

Multiple Choice

What is a 'Question of Privilege' used for in a meeting?

• To correct a procedural error

• To address personal comfort needs

• To propose a new agenda item

• To request a break

Poll

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Poll

What would help you and your classmates understand this topic better?

• I feel confident to start

• I'd like us to review the main points before starting today's class

• Some more examples would help

• Can we do a Quiz or Lesson to review?