The 7 Steps of How a Bill Becomes a Law

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6th Grade
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Wesley Self
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the first step in how a bill becomes a law?
Bill is debated on the floor
Bill is introduced in either the House or the Senate
Bill is sent to the President
Bill is voted on
Answer explanation
The first step in how a bill becomes a law is when it is introduced in either the House or the Senate. This initiation is crucial before any debates, votes, or presidential actions can take place.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In which step is the bill sent to a committee for hearings?
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Answer explanation
In Step 2, the bill is sent to a committee for hearings. This is a crucial part of the legislative process where the committee reviews the bill and gathers information before it moves forward.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
During which step is the bill debated on the floor?
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Answer explanation
The bill is debated on the floor during Step 3, where members discuss its merits and propose amendments before voting. This is a crucial part of the legislative process.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens in Step 4 of the process?
Bill is sent to the President
Bill is sent to other chamber
Bill is voted on
Bill is introduced
Answer explanation
In Step 4 of the process, the bill is voted on by the chamber. This is a crucial step where members decide whether to approve or reject the bill, making 'Bill is voted on' the correct answer.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of Step 5 in the process?
To introduce the bill
To send the bill to the other chamber
To have the bill signed by the President
To debate the bill
Answer explanation
Step 5's purpose is to send the bill to the other chamber for further consideration, which is a crucial part of the legislative process before it can be debated or signed by the President.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What must be repeated in Step 6?
Steps 1-4 in the other chamber
Steps 2-5 in the same chamber
Steps 3-6 in the other chamber
Steps 1-3 in the same chamber
Answer explanation
In Step 6, you must repeat Steps 1-4 in the other chamber to ensure consistency in the process. This is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the experiment.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens if the bill is passed by both chambers?
It is sent back to committee
It is sent to the President to sign or veto
It is debated again
It is automatically a law
Answer explanation
If the bill is passed by both chambers, it is sent to the President to sign or veto. This is the next step in the legislative process, determining whether the bill becomes law.
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