D/C UNIT 3

Multiple Choice

Which two houses make up the BICAMERAL LEGISLATURE of the United States that creates laws?

• Senate and House of Representatives

• White House and Supreme Court

Multiple Choice

When does Congress meet?

• January 1st

• January 3rd

• February 1st

• March 1st

Multiple Choice

What percentage of PAC money goes to incumbents in today's Congress?

• 75%

• 85%

• 90%

• 80%

Multiple Choice

How are the seats in the House of Representatives apportioned among the states?

• Based on population

• Based on land area

• Based on statehood date

• Based on economic factors

Multiple Choice

What was the size of the House set at in 1929 by the Reapportionment Act?

• 400

• 450

• 435

• 500

Multiple Choice

What is the problem with gerrymandering as described in the image?

• Redrawing the lines to favor one group

• Concentrating opposition voters in a few districts

• Spreading the opposition so thin they can't win

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is generally true of the gerrymandering of congressional districts?

• It results in more Democrats being elected to the House.

• It guarantees that all minority parties will be equally represented.

• It creates districts that favor one political party over another.

• It illegally violates the principle of one-person, one-vote.

Multiple Choice

What is the significance of the "Power of the Purse" in legislative power?

• It allows Congress to raise money and spend it

• It is a term used for the President's budget

• It refers to the power of the Senate only

• It is a historical term with no current relevance

Multiple Choice

Explain how John Marshall's decisions as Chief Justice influenced the balance of power between the federal and state governments.

• His decisions often favored state sovereignty over federal authority.

• His decisions consistently reinforced federal power over the states.

• He maintained a strict interpretation of the Constitution, limiting federal power.

• He avoided making decisions that affected the balance of power.

Multiple Choice

What are the powers that the Senate has in relation to treaties?

• Declare war

• Maintain the military

• Naturalization and Immigration

• Grant copyrights and patents

Multiple Choice

What fraction of the Senate must approve a treaty for it to be effective?

• 1/2

• 2/3

• 3/4

• Unanimous consent

Multiple Choice

What are the non-legislative powers of Congress?

• Approve the president's nominees for office

• Pick the president

• Propose amendments

• Impeach and remove officials from office

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between impeachment and removal in the context of Congress?

• Impeachment is a trial, removal is an accusation

• Impeachment happens in the Senate, removal in the House

• Impeachment is a formal accusation, removal is a trial to determine guilt

• Impeachment requires a 2/3 majority, removal requires a simple majority

Multiple Choice

What are the two inherent powers mentioned in the slide?

• Power to Investigate

• Power of Legislative Oversight

• Power to Enforce Laws

• Power to Declare War

Multiple Choice

What are the limitations of Legislative Oversight as mentioned in the slide?

• Not enough staff, time or money

• Laws are clear and easy to judge

• It is a simple task to undertake

• There are no limitations

Multiple Choice

What is the primary purpose of casework as mentioned in the slide?

• Troubleshooting problems

• Handling requests for help

• Dealing with the federal government

• Reelection

Multiple Choice

What are the main sources of funding for public works projects mentioned in the image?

• Post offices

• Military bases

• Rapid transit

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

What are the key outcomes of the following commerce cases? Gibbons v Ogden 1824, Northern Securities v US 1904, and Heart of Atlanta Motel v US 1964?

• Gibbons v Ogden established federal control over interstate commerce.

• Northern Securities v US upheld the Sherman Antitrust Act.

• Heart of Atlanta Motel v US ruled against racial discrimination in public accommodations.

• All of the above.

Multiple Choice

What are the key points of the landmark Supreme Court cases Gibbons v Ogden (1824), Northern Securities Co v US (1904), and Heart of Atlanta Motel v US (1964)?

• Gibbons v Ogden (1824)

• Northern Securities Co v US (1904)

• Heart of Atlanta Motel v US (1964)

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

What is one potential impact of high voter turnout on election results?

• It guarantees a win for the incumbent party.

• It can lead to unexpected outcomes due to increased participation.

• It ensures that only popular candidates win.

• It decreases the legitimacy of the election process.

Multiple Choice

What factors contribute to turnout variation in midterm elections?

• Incumbents with extreme views

• Voter apathy

• Political ties of voters

• Economic conditions

Multiple Choice

What can happen if an incumbent appears vulnerable?

• They can lose funding

• PACs can fund the challenger

• They gain more votes

• They withdraw from the race

Multiple Choice

How do Congressional Committees impact legislation?

• They can veto bills

• They can amend, approve, or reject bills before they reach the full Congress

• They can enforce laws

• They can dissolve the Congress

Multiple Choice

What is the role of a conference committee in Congress?

• To draft new legislation

• To reconcile differences between House and Senate versions of a bill

• To conduct investigations

• To oversee the executive branch

Poll

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