02.2: Structures, Powers, and Functions of Congress
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary role of the Speaker of the House?
To preside over the Senate
To lead the majority party in the House
To draft legislation
To oversee committee assignments
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a key difference between the House and Senate regarding debate rules?
House members can speak longer than senators
Senators can propose nongermane amendments
House members have more control over debate
Senate debates are more structured
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of a conference committee?
To draft new legislation
To reconcile differences between House and Senate bills
To oversee executive agencies
To conduct impeachment hearings
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a type of congressional committee?
Standing Committee
Select Committee
Joint Committee
Executive Committee
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of the House Rules Committee?
To draft legislation
To control the flow of bills to the floor
To oversee committee assignments
To conduct impeachment hearings
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a filibuster?
A method to expedite legislation
A tactic to delay or block a bill
A type of committee
A voting procedure
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which chamber of Congress has the power to confirm presidential appointments?
House of Representatives
Senate
Both chambers
Neither chamber
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