Understanding the Legislative Process

The video tutorial covers Article 1, Sections 4-7 of the US Constitution, focusing on the legislative branch. It explains the rules and procedures for Congress, including quorum requirements and congressional immunity. The tutorial also details the process of how a bill becomes a law, including committee review, voting in both houses, and presidential approval or veto.

What is the main focus of Article 1 of the US Constitution?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Legislative Branch

• The Judicial Branch

• The Executive Branch

What are the two houses of Congress established by Article 1?

• House of Commons and House of Lords

• House of Representatives and the Senate

• House of Delegates and the Senate

• House of Representatives and the House of Commons

What is a quorum in the context of Congress?

• A presidential veto

• A minimum number of representatives present to conduct business

• A majority vote

• A special committee

Why can't members of Congress be detained or arrested while traveling to or from Congress to vote?

• To ensure they are not late

• To prevent the king from influencing votes

• To avoid traffic congestion

• To protect their diplomatic immunity

What happens if the President vetoes a bill?

• The bill is sent to the Supreme Court

• The bill becomes law regardless

• The bill goes back to Congress for a potential override

• The bill is automatically discarded

What majority is required in both houses of Congress to pass a bill?

• One-third

• Three-fourths

• Two-thirds

• Over 50%

What is the first step in the process of a bill becoming a law?

• Public referendum

• Presidential approval

• Introduction by a member of Congress

• Supreme Court review

What role do committees play in the legislative process?

• They veto bills

• They review and discuss bills before they go to the full house or senate

• They enforce laws

• They introduce bills

What happens if a bill passes one house of Congress?

• It becomes law

• It goes to the President

• It goes to the other house for debate and vote

• It is sent to the Supreme Court

Why did the founders include many steps in the process of a bill becoming a law?

• To ensure only well-thought-out laws are passed

• To involve the Supreme Court in the process

• To give the President more power

• To make the process quick and efficient