Unit 5 Quiz 2

Once a bill has been passed by Congress, what is the next step in it becoming a law?

• Go to the president for approval

• The Supreme Court to make sure its constitutional

• It is a law once approved by Congress

• to committee to be discussed

2. Which of the following are the powers of the legislative branch? (Choose 3)

• 2. Impeaching federal officials

• 2. Declaring war

• 2. Approving treaties

• 2. Appointing Supreme Court justices

1. What is the primary function of a committee in Congress?

• 1. To preside over congressional sessions

• 1. To discuss bills in smaller settings

• 1. To oversee the executive branch

• 1. To represent their respective states

Which of the following is NOT a committee in Congress?

• Conference Committee

• Standing Committee

• Executive Committee

• Select Committee

When a president is impeached then they are automatically removed from office

• TRUE

• FALSE

How does the impeachment process start?

• The media presents evidence against the president

• The Senate begins a trial against the president

• The Supreme Court files charges against the president

• The House of Representatives must formally accuse the president

Where can a filibuster be used?

• Senate

• House of Representative

• Supreme Court

• Congress

Who do special interest groups use to convince congress people to vote a certain way on a Bill?

• PACs

• Activists
• Party Whips

• Lobbyists

Who assist party leaders on the congressional floors?

• Special Assistants

• Secret Service

• Committee Chairs

• Party Whips

Who is in charge of the Senate when the Vice President cannot be there?

• Secretary of State
• Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
• President pro Tempore

• Speaker of the House