Here's What To Expect As Trump's Impeachment Trial Gets Underway

Here's What To Expect As Trump's Impeachment Trial Gets Underway

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The video tutorial explains the process of the third impeachment trial in American history, focusing on the ceremonial formalities, trial proceedings, and the debate over calling witnesses. It highlights the roles of key figures like Adam Schiff and Chief Justice John Roberts, and discusses the potential outcomes of conviction or acquittal for President Trump.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event marked the beginning of the impeachment trial process?

The Chief Justice delivering a verdict

The Senate voting on the trial rules

The House transmitting articles of impeachment to the Senate

The President's resignation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is responsible for presiding over the impeachment trial?

The Vice President

The Speaker of the House

The Senate Majority Leader

The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the House impeachment managers during the trial?

To oversee the voting process

To act as prosecutors

To serve as judges

To act as defense attorneys

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is there a debate over calling witnesses during the trial?

It is not allowed in impeachment trials

It requires a unanimous vote

It is against the Constitution

It could delay the trial

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What fraction of the Senate must vote to convict the President for removal from office?

Two-thirds

One-third

One-half

Three-fourths