Exploring the Legislative Branch: Congress in Committee

The video explores the roles and organization of Congress, focusing on how Congress is elected, the leadership roles within both the House and Senate, and the critical function of committees. It explains the different types of committees, such as standing, select, joint, and conference committees, and their roles in the legislative process. The video concludes with a preview of the next topic: how a bill becomes a law.

When is Congress elected?

• Every year

• Odd years

• Every four years

• Even years

Who is the current Speaker of the House?

• Nancy Pelosi

• Mitch McConnell

• Chuck Schumer

• Chuck Grassley

What is the primary role of the Vice President in the Senate?

• To break ties

• To lead the Senate

• To manage committees

• To pass bills

Who is the Senate Majority Leader?

• Chuck Grassley

• Nancy Pelosi

• Mitch McConnell

• Chuck Schumer

What is the main responsibility of whips in Congress?

• To count votes and ensure party members vote accordingly

• To manage committees

• To lead the party

• To break ties

What percentage of a congressman's job is done in committees?

• 50%

• 100%

• 70%

• 90%

What is the purpose of standing committees?

• To break ties in votes

• To handle permanent, ongoing issues

• To manage the budget

• To investigate specific issues

What is the role of the House Rules Committee?

• To break ties in votes

• To schedule bills for presentation

• To investigate issues

• To manage the budget

What is a key characteristic of select committees?

• They are permanent

• They break ties in votes

• They are temporary

• They manage the budget

What is the main function of conference committees?

• To break ties in votes

• To reconcile differences in bills between the House and Senate

• To manage the budget

• To investigate issues