Gov. Chap. 5 Quiz

What is the structure and organization of Congress according to the passage?

• Bicameral body composed of the Senate and the House of Representatives

• Unicameral body composed of the Senate only

• Bicameral body composed of the House of Representatives only

• Unicameral body composed of the House of Representatives only

Explain the role of committees in the legislative process of Congress.

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Understanding

A representative must be at least ___ years old to be eligible for the House of Representatives.

What is the purpose of a national census in the context of the House of Representatives?

• To determine the apportionment of House seats among the states

• To elect the Speaker of the House

• To set new district boundaries

• To decide the majority party

Discuss the significance of the Rules Committee in the House of Representatives.

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Analyzing

A senator serves a term of ___ years.

What is a filibuster and how can it be ended in the Senate?

• A method of stalling a bill; ended by a cloture resolution with at least 60 votes

• A method of fast-tracking a bill; ended by a simple majority vote

• A method of amending a bill; ended by unanimous consent

• A method of voting on a bill; ended by the vice president's vote