What is the first formal step in the legislative process?
How a Bill Becomes a Law: Crash Course Government and Politics

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A bill is signed by the president.
A bill is sent to the Supreme Court.
A bill is introduced by a legislator.
A bill is debated on the Senate floor.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which committee in the House is responsible for setting the terms of debate for a bill?
Rules Committee
Armed Services Committee
Finance Committee
Judiciary Committee
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens if the president does not sign or veto a bill within 10 days while Congress is in session?
The bill is discarded.
The bill becomes a law without the president's signature.
The bill is automatically vetoed.
The bill is sent back to Congress.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a pocket veto?
When Congress overrides a presidential veto.
When the president vetoes a bill by not signing it and Congress adjourns within 10 days.
When a bill is signed into law by the president.
When a bill is passed without any amendments.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a 'veto gate' in the legislative process?
A step where a bill is automatically passed.
A procedural hurdle that can prevent a bill from becoming a law.
A special committee that approves all bills.
A rule that allows unlimited debate on a bill.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it difficult for controversial bills to pass through Congress?
They need approval from the Supreme Court.
They are not allowed to be introduced.
They often face multiple veto gates.
They require a unanimous vote.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the bicameral structure of Congress?
To speed up the legislative process.
To ensure a single powerful executive.
To reduce the likelihood of authoritarian laws passing.
To allow the president to have more control over legislation.
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