How a Bill Becomes a Law

What is the sad little scrap of paper called?

• A bill

• A law

• A committee

• A congressman

Answer explanation

The sad little scrap of paper is called a bill. It is a proposed law that is being considered by the government.

Where does the bill start its journey?

• White House

• Capitol Hill

• Congress

• Senate

Answer explanation

The bill starts its journey at Capitol Hill, not at the White House, Congress, or the Senate.

Who decides whether the bill becomes a law?

• The President

• Congressmen

• Local folks

• Committee members

Answer explanation

The bill becomes a law when Congressmen decide.

What happens if the bill is not reported favorably in committee?

• It goes to the House of Representatives

• It goes to the Senate

• It becomes a law

• It dies

Answer explanation

If the bill is not reported favorably in committee, it dies. This means it will not progress further and will not become a law.

What is the next step after the bill is voted on in the House of Representatives?

• It goes to the Senate

• It becomes a law

• It goes to the White House

• It goes back to Congress

Answer explanation

After the bill is voted on in the House of Representatives, it goes to the Senate. This is the next step in the legislative process.

What can the President do if he doesn't want the bill to become a law?

• Vote on the bill

• Sign the bill

• Report the bill favorably

• Veto the bill

Answer explanation

The President can veto the bill if he doesn't want it to become a law. This means he rejects the bill and prevents it from becoming law.

What happens if the President vetoes the bill?

• It goes to the Senate

• It goes back to Congress

• It dies

• It becomes a law

Answer explanation

If the President vetoes the bill, it goes back to Congress. This allows Congress to reconsider the bill and potentially override the veto.

What is the final step for the bill to become a law?

• The President signs it

• The Congress votes on it

• The committee reports on it favorably

• The Senate votes on it

Answer explanation

The final step for the bill to become a law is when the President signs it.

Is it easy for a bill to become a law?

• It depends on the committee

• It depends on the President

• Yes, it is easy

• No, it is not easy

Answer explanation

Becoming a law is not easy. It requires multiple steps and approval from both houses of Congress. The correct choice is 'No, it is not easy'.

What is the main topic of the text?

• How a bill becomes a law

• The power of the President

• The role of Congress

• The importance of committees

Answer explanation

The main topic of the text is 'How a bill becomes a law'. It explains the process of how a bill is passed and becomes a law in detail.